expectations

what's the deal with all these expectations floating around? why do we ever expect anything from anyone? it's a sure way to experience disappointment. the greatest moments that ever came my way were the unexpected ones. so what's all this talk about expecting something? we, as humans, try too hard to control our friends, loved ones, coworkers, associates, the stranger that accidentally bumped into us on the street and so on. we want them to mimic our approach to life. put them in a box, and if they step outside of it, then "oh, hell naw. get your ass back in that box!!!" shouldn't we just live and let people be? in a perfect world, it would be nice to see reflections of yourself in everyone you meet, but this is not the reality. the people you come across on this planet possess their own mind. they have their own objectives. i am willing to offer respect to all of these individuals that walk the planet earth. i recognize that i am not here to judge anyone. how can i possibly know what's best for anyone? i can't. i can only focus on my actions and be a living example of what i would like to see manifest in this world.

since people can't be controlled, wouldn't it be easier to just associate yourself with people who are on the same page, going in the same direction & eating from the same tree as you. this way you'll understand where this person is coming from, even if you don't agree with his/her position on a particular topic. and if the difference in vision ever becomes too much, you can choose to love it or leave it alone.

here's a fable i love to death...
there was a nice woman that found an injured snake outside of her home. she brought it inside and helped it back to perfect health. soon after, the snake bit the woman. as the venom seeped into her veins, killing her slowly, she asked the snake, "how could you do this too me?". the snake replied, "bitch, you knew i was a snake."

be your own sole controller and let people be themselves.

peace love and respect!