NO MORE PRISON TIME





                  It has become evident in my personal journey, that I have always locked my true self  away in a self imposed prison. I have lots of people that I am friendly with, and some that would help me out if I needed them. But for the most part I would wear my social persona, and never let anyone see much beyond that. There was always the fear of not being good enough, or smart enough, or people would not like who I was. What a big slice of life I have missed out on. I'm sorry I can't live in confinement any more. So who am I? I'm Jean Valjean 24601. Sorry I love Les Miserables and some times I just can't help myself. For those who have never experienced Les Miserables, it is the best musical ever, my opinion. So back to the question, I am a servant of the King, not a good one, but we have our good days. I  love the teachings of Lao Tzu and the sacredness of all living creatures. This is the basis of my vegetarian lifestyle. This also is part of the native American spiritualism that weaves in and out of my life. I am not mean spirited, but sometimes I say and do things that might hurt people in my life. I can come across as inconsiderate and uncaring, but it is not intentionally. I am working on 3 major character flaws. I have always been selfish, arrogant, and a coward. There are others but not as major, except I tend to be slobby when I live alone. I'm making progress on all three, but I will be a work in progress the rest of my life. I have a peculiar sense of humor, a cross between Blazing Saddles and Firesign Theater. I always enjoy hearing from others about their lives and struggles, who you are, and who you are trying to be. If you wish to share who you are, my email address is jtrickeyone@gmail.com. I want to thank everyone  who  reads  this blog. This is my gift to you. This is my art, and words are my medium. Without you this would not be worth doing. I would especially want to thank my readers in China. But remember I don't speak Chinese. 

                                                 

Editor's note: Today I allowed fear and cowardice to win. There was a man walking down the highway, and instead of stopping to see if he needed a ride, I drove on by. Not a Good Friday choice.

Until Next Time  ..........the Beggar's Apprentice