Lobsters, fists, and Hulk Hogan

Today someone told me, "Hali, you have come so far and grown so much from when I first started working with you." That is such an encouragement! Sometimes I feel as if I have this tough exterior. This free spirited, who gives a crap what you think, persona. Deep within though I am a pure, meek, little creature. A lot in my life has happened in the last two years that has made my skin a little thicker: my parents divorce, far too many loved ones passing away, and male/female interaction. I have discovered more about myself than I have ever known. Some things great, such as my will to never let anything knock me down, I rebound pretty quickly. I have the ability to block out emotions and fears, after one mandatory freak out day, and move on with my life. Some things I discovered weren't so hot though, such as trust issues, patience, and working hard at something that seems impossible. I learned that the people in my life can vanish in an instant, and to treasure them for who they are, at every moment of every day. I have learned that a parents love, whether combined with their spouse or separate, can never be broken. I have learned that no matter what hardships come with family, there is an attachment and commitment that is stronger than Hulk Hogan himself... (and I am pretty sure I just came to the conclusion that I reference Hulk Hogan more than any normal human being should) I am learning to put my utmost trust in God. His plan always prevails. Often times I try to push my own plans, even where there are repetitive road blocks flying in from left and right, but instead of taking notice of God's fists poppin, I swerve down every what road I can trying to find a way that suits ME. Never works, let me tell ya. That is something else I have learned - I am stubborn as all flippin get out. I accredit it to my Jewish ancestry.

ps.

my roommate got me a lobster from Maine. He may not be real, but I am definitely going to get him his own little jar and keep him next to Irving. Saving lobsters one state at a time.