Holy Great Weekend Batman - or My New Life

Okay everyone...I didn't drink the Kool-Aid...No matter what you think about this next entry. I promise!

This weekend I went to a seminar. It was the best thing I have ever done for myself in my life. It was an absolutely amazing experience that grounded me, energized me, and gave me the sense of self that I have not had since I was a child.

Before you all get crazy... It is not a cult. The doors were open at all times, and anyone could leave. There was no request for donations. I paid for the seminar, and it had a money back guarantee. Now that all of this is out of the way, let me tell you how I've changed, and use this blog for a goal that I had set for myself.

The premise of the seminar is self growth, and from what had heard of it, the people would be out hugging trees at any moment. I was not impressed. I was a man of analytical, skeptical proportions. I had to see quantifiable, tangible proof, and I did.

I reunited with my ex's aunt one day, and remembering the person I knew, I was completely, utterly, and absolutely blown-away. The woman I now met was joyous, bouyant, powerful, and for lack of a better word at that time, glowing.

I asked my ex what happened...what did she do? He said that it was this seminar. There was my proof, so I went this weekend and experienced a life altering event. I am joyous. I am bouyant. I am powerful, and I am glowing.

So on to my goal... I want to share with everyone how much the people in my life have meant to me (in no particular order):

Elfie: Thank you for giving me the life that I now have. You are strong, loving, and giving. Thank you for passing that on to me and helping me through the tough times in my life.

Janet: Your joy and laughter have been a comfort that has helped me grow and added to my life in ways that you cannot comprehend. Thank you for making me the man that I am.

Shannon: Thank you for your love. Making me a part of your family and Uncle to your children shows a trust in me that I had forgotton I had. Thank you for believing in me and helping me to find that trust in familial love again.

Christine: Your humor has taught me that life is serious enough to dwell on. We all need to laugh and move away from negative. Thank you for helping my humor and teaching me that.

Billy: Your confidence and love for me is something I always took for granted, because I believed that you were required to have those feelings for me. Thank you for teaching me that I deserve that love and that I am a wonderful person.

Steve: Your unconditional love is a cornerstone in my life. You have made me grow without my realization. Your constant, stable, loving friendship has opened another door of trust for me. I will always be grateful.

Christy: Thank you for your emotional honesty. You have always been down on yourself for crying at the drop of a hat. Please never stop. You have taught me that being emotional is great, that being in touch with my emotions is freeing, no matter how much it seems to hurt at the time. Thank you for being a stunning example of how to truly feel.

Shelley: Your creativity and talent are intense. Thank you for teaching me that I can do anything I want to. You are a living truth in bravery, and are a joy in my life.

Sondra: Honesty. One word describing what you've given me. I had been hiding for so long in thinking that I was honest. Thank you for showing me what honesty is in all facets of life. You are a great teacher.

Polly: Thank you for your sense of balance. You have a great blend of humor, professionalism, joy, and party girl. I have learned what balance is from your energy. Thank you for being in my life, and so incredible that I met a friend for life at the seminar. I instantly cliqued with her because she had your energy.

Randy: This is a strong thank you! When I was younger, I always had a great time being the true me, anywhere I went. You have brought that out in me. I am so grateful, and know that I'm right on when you say that I need a therapist. My job is done when your stomach hurts from laughter. Thank you for being you and sharing that energy with me.

Erin: Your loyalty and comraderie is incredible. Thank you for showing that quick connections can last a lifetime.

Kim: You came into my life just when I needed to be brought out of my shell. Thank you for showing that first moves can bring a friend into one's life forever. I love you, and met someone amazing by taking a first step through your example.

Jason: Empathy is so strong in you. You have taught me that listening is more important than hearing. Thank you for opening my mind and ears.

Mark: You have shown me commitment through the example of your life. Thank you for showing me success in relationships and career. You are a mentor to me and I don't think you know that. Thank you, my teacher.

Lisa: Thank you for being a giver. You give without a thought or consequence, which equals unconditional love. You are one of the keystones of the universe. I love you.

Mel: Your intuition is something you follow. It is real and tangible and valid. Thank you for that reminder. My inner self thanks you too.

Frank: Thank you for your smile, because it shows how easy-going you truly are. You have taught me that being friendly to someone you don't know is a risk, but becomes easier each time you open yourself up to it. Thank you for making me remember being a kindergardner on his first day of school.

Carol: You're a dynamo! You are giving without even knowing it, through the energy you project. Thank you for your strength. I have learned so much about positivity and acceptance from you.

I could keep going on for days about how all of you have affected me in positive ways. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

You are the teachers in my life, which thanks to the seminar I went to, has truly started again.

Each one of you is fantastic in countless ways. I cannot wait to talk to you and see each one of you to tell you personally how much you mean to me and my life, and because of your influence I will be a success!

All my love.