tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7123552058771856492.post1155048502845258602..comments2024-02-13T03:59:22.739-06:00Comments on Panic and Fear: I've Got a PlanUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7123552058771856492.post-57160892300680493542010-09-28T15:39:43.143-05:002010-09-28T15:39:43.143-05:00@Dave. This is the problem with me; you might have...@Dave. This is the problem with me; you might have just persuaded me. Expect a possible retraction in the future. Damn you for making a good argument. I just don't know how to square your good idea with the world I live in where I develop expectations that are often unrealistic.Nick https://www.blogger.com/profile/13574264543930697174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7123552058771856492.post-5403463907685279332010-09-15T23:30:41.566-05:002010-09-15T23:30:41.566-05:00Beautifully written Nick, but I find myself unable...Beautifully written Nick, but I find myself unable to commit to that maxim (although at times it would probably make things alot easier). For me, the expectation of having plans is both exciting and comforting, as long as the plans are something that I'm looking forward to and are with a person/persons whose company I enjoy. This is not to say that I don't welcome some spontaneity and serendipity, because I do. Living in the moment, in this time and in this place, and sharing an experience with someone can be something special. For me, hearing someone say, "I'm really looking forward to spending time with you at... (insert plan here)" is something just as special. <br /><br />You say that the spirit of the idea is to prevent heartache. No more heavy lifting. I say, "I'm ready for some heavy lifting! Who wants to join me?" Let's take a chance, let's make some plans, let's not just 'wait and see' what happens. <br /><br />"Let's build monuments in sand and smile as the tide approaches" Amazing Nick! I may have to share that with some friends, giving you due credit of course :)Dave G.noreply@blogger.com