simple complexity

4.05.2007

It's 2:30 in the morning, and I am reminiscing about days gone past. I don't know what inspired me to log back on to my blogspot after 2 complete years without a post. Yet, I suppose all things happen for an reason, no matter how much they piss us off or make us cry. For example, right now, I am going through one of the hardest parts of my life. You all know the ones I am talking about...the ones that leave you hopeless, angry, scared, & vulnerable. I hate feeling this way, but I chose the wrong path a couple of months ago, a mistake I'm still living with today. However, next week, hopefully will lift a giant weight from my shoulders, taking with it the sleepless nights and paralyzing anxiety. Then, slowly but surely, maybe my relationship with Josh will get back to the way things used to be before I broke his heart and his pride. I've got a lot to do in the next month, and no doubt at times I will feel like quitting. Still, I have to hold onto the dream and love I have within me because trust me, no good can come from losing sight of that which is truly important.

Care Bear @ 2:22 AM | comment cmharrison@mckendree.edu

9.09.2005

For some reason, the desire to write is flowing through me on this early morning. I'm not really sure what I want to write about but just writing relieves a weight on my shoulders.

An unbreakable silence
sings into the black.
But I grabbed it up,
struggling with the sack.
Its notes sifted sweetly
brewing hopes and fear.

If only, by chance,
I might keep it near.
Yet, despite my protests,
deafness slipped out.
Then, the silence left,
replaced by a shout.

Care Bear @ 1:07 AM | comment cmharrison@mckendree.edu

It's amazing how one person can change the way you look at life and love. Before Josh, I was a tease, in constant search of my next victim. I flirted with almost every guy, and I was good at what I did. No man was safe when I turned the charm on. Only, I didn't always know I was doing it. The flirting just came naturally to me. Then, I saw a man that was the exact specimen for my game. Josh was quiet and shy, which posed a problem, but the chase has always been the best part of the game. So I went for it. At first, I met a wall of resistance; whether because of his shyness or feelings of inadequacy, I didn't know, but his wall made me want him even more. One day, I decided to go in for the kill. I asked him on a date, and to my surprise, he said yes. After the first three dates, we were inseperable, and the rest is history. Never before have I been able to commit because I feared that I would miss out on something or someone. Yet, now I know...Josh is the man I am going to marry. For the first time in my life, I have no doubt or fear of committment. On the contrary, I am eagerly waiting the day he bends on one knee and makes the emotion we have in our hearts visible.

Care Bear @ 12:50 AM | comment cmharrison@mckendree.edu

7.24.2005

Having not written in awhile, I feel the need to explain my unconscience neglect of a confidant I once found dear. It wasn't because of a lack of emotion or even a lack of originality but rather a lack of time. I've been working constantly this summer, saving for school and a vehicle; yet, still the ends just don't seem to meet. Normally, panic would over take me, but thankfully this time, I have someone strong to lean on. This weekend, Josh and I traveled to Carbondale to visit a friend for his birthday. Not only did we have a great time partying, but being alone together was possibly the greatest aspect. Here is my story...

We left on Friday, and for a person that hates driving, the trip was long and slow. Three hours later, we met Bob and got settled into the hotel. Not having any time to rest, right after getting ready for the evening, we left again with Bob to get the evening started. The night began with a tour of the SIUC campus, which was a truly beautiful sight. I really think it would be a nice place to go to school if it weren't so big, spreading across the entire town. After a great dinner, a couple of bars, and a couple of beers, the evening was topped off at the end with a stellar performance from the Brat Pack, a band that plays only the best of the 80s. Sufficiently buzzed, Josh and I ended the evening, falling asleep in each other's arms almost immediately after getting back to the hotel.

The next day began in the late morning with a quick lunch at Steak N' Shake. The rest of the day was pretty lazy, just hanging around the hotel, swimming in the pool, casual shopping at the university mall. Overall it was peaceful, relaxing, and endearing... (to be continued)

Care Bear @ 6:26 PM | comment cmharrison@mckendree.edu

5.24.2005

I've met this new guy...he treats me superbly, loves me unconditionally, and would do anything for me. I've never had a man like this, a genuine one. I'll follow Josh to the ends of the earth, and I hope he takes me there.

Care Bear @ 7:46 PM | comment cmharrison@mckendree.edu

5.02.2005

I get so frustrated whenever I can't figure something out. For instance, I have been taking upper-level math classes all my life, but now, one simple math class is giving me trouble. Sets and subsets...to anyone else they may seem easy but for some reason my brain just doesn't process them. There seems to be a lot of things I can't process right now: my love life mainly.

I wish I could find that one guy that made all the questions disappear. ** What if there is someone else out there? ** Can I be happy with one guy? **Will the relationship lose its spark? ** What happens when it does end? It seems to me that I am focusing why to much on the future instead of enjoying today. My problem is that when I find a good guy, my mind overpowers my heart. I focus so much on not wanting to hurt them that I break it off before I've given it a shot. Only now, I am growing older and with that comes a new sense of dedication. I am going to stick to this relationship because I've found a wonderful guy that I don't have to worry about anything with. Lucky me.

Care Bear @ 8:54 PM | comment cmharrison@mckendree.edu

a feeling like no other

Complete content,
they often say,
is a figment
of minds.
Complete content,
I often say,
is a release
from binds.
Yet, standing here
with you tonight,
the truth shines
bright and clear.
I've never met
another man
who makes me feel
so dear.
My heart speeds
with soaring needs.
My mind loses focus
with merely one kiss.

Care Bear @ 2:50 PM | comment cmharrison@mckendree.edu

4.12.2005

Over 120 days have gone by since my fingers flowed freely, recording my thoughts. But today, I hope to change the beat a little and write about all the wonderful things in my life. A few months ago, I felt as though my world was shattering beneath me, and try as I might, my own strength was not enough to keep me afloat. Even now, I find myself drifting back and remembering all the painful lessons I learned, hoping that it will one day leave my mind and not come back to haunt me.

Yet, life at home has not been horrible, to say the least. I missed my friends and loved ones, and now, whenever I need them they are only a couple of minutes away. A lot of people show me unconditional love, and it is to them that I am eternally grateful.

For this semester, my goal was starting over, and so far my endeavors have been sufficient. I work, play, and study (*sometimes*). Many if not most of my efforts go into work, keeping me busy and tired. Yet, with all work and no play, Carrie is a very dull girl (*false for all who know me*). As always, I am looking for someone to sweep me of my feet., and so far, one guy isn't doing a bad job. Hopefully, the pieces fall together because we seem to fit.

Hardly any complaints on this side of things, but there's always room for improvement.

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Care Bear @ 6:50 PM | comment cmharrison@mckendree.edu

1.29.2005

Classes have started out at LLCC, and I must say that they are super easy. Maybe I am just used to the way McKendree was. There, I had something to do for school non-stop, but at least I got good grades. Krogers hired be back for the bakery and produce department, and boy am I glad. I felt like such a slacker, sitting at home - going to class - going back home - going back to class. It was like a neverending, boring cycle. Similar to my life.

Care Bear @ 8:12 AM | comment cmharrison@mckendree.edu

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