I don’t know if it would be considered a complement or an insult to say that I felt like this short story was a novel.
I’d like to think it would be taken as a compliment. Baxter’s ability to pack just the right amount of “everything” into this short- gave it such thickness and substance that my brain felt as if it had just consumed a novel.
Have I ever been sooooo passionate about something as to drive someone away?
No, I can confidently say that although I am passionate and a bit crazy, I know humans have certain boundaries and limits and most importantly edges that you can’t push them over.
I think it comes down to a level of respect for others.
I really try my best to respect people, and I’m genuinely concerned about their feelings.
At times, I may talk the talk of a heartless bastard – but, in reality, I’m soft.
The problem is – the characteristic that gets me into trouble the most with others – the one thing about me that drives others insane – especially those closest to me, is that I am a bit too self-centered.
Ya think?!!
Perhaps this is due to my constant self-assessment sessions that I put myself through.
Perhaps it is due to the divorce all those years ago and the years after struggling with my identity.
Who knows- I can blame any number of things.
The good thing is that I am aware of this and awareness is the key!
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