You know, there was a time when I thought my redeeming qualities included being fairly inteligent and down to earth, ultimately choosing the good inspite of my regular impulsiveness
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I just see you walking into territory I've trodden before, and it's not a trip that's worth taking. The grass isn't greener, and the fare is more expensive than you know. I don't think you're a bad person at all, I think you're making a dumb mistake.
It's yours to make. But don't delude yourself into thinking that just because it's "normal" that it's ok. Even God told Moses in Exodus that just because a lot of people do something doesn't mean it's right.
I just don't want you to wake up one morning, look in the mirror, and realize that you're someone completely different from who you were and that you've given up what you once treasured most.
I did that and the only reason I'm still here is that Laura was willing to tell it like it is to me and kept me from doing something stupid.
So pretty much, the choices you make have no bearing on the type of person you are? Right. You need to look at yourself very closely and figure out if the choices you are making are reflective of how you want to spend your life, because they become what defines you. If I am a nice guy it is because I do nice things. If I am a jerk, it is because I choose to act like a jerk. If I choose to dress poorly, keep bad company or neglect my faith, then that defines the type of person that I am. Actions speak louder than words. Usually they do all the talking.
I really don't know. I don't think my values have declined, which is what my grandmother means when she said they've changed. My core values have always been the same. To be a generally honest person of good character who stands up for what is right and loves her friends unconditionally. The hours I keep, clothes I wear, friends I have, and churches I do not attend have no affect on that.
Quite true. Sorry about what you went through. And no, I do not know you, nor do I know specifically what you are like. But your statement above speaks volumes. I have known others who have said what you said, and, in general, these are Good People.
I hope you found a place where you can be yourself.
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clothes _definitely_ reflect your value system and define your character and worth as an individual.
*cough*
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It's yours to make. But don't delude yourself into thinking that just because it's "normal" that it's ok. Even God told Moses in Exodus that just because a lot of people do something doesn't mean it's right.
I just don't want you to wake up one morning, look in the mirror, and realize that you're someone completely different from who you were and that you've given up what you once treasured most.
I did that and the only reason I'm still here is that Laura was willing to tell it like it is to me and kept me from doing something stupid.
Listen to your grandmother. She is wise.
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I really don't know. I don't think my values have declined, which is what my grandmother means when she said they've changed. My core values have always been the same. To be a generally honest person of good character who stands up for what is right and loves her friends unconditionally. The hours I keep, clothes I wear, friends I have, and churches I do not attend have no affect on that.
Quite true. Sorry about what you went through. And no, I do not know you, nor do I know specifically what you are like. But your statement above speaks volumes. I have known others who have said what you said, and, in general, these are Good People.
I hope you found a place where you can be yourself.
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