present.

We can pass through days. We can live through moments. We can move along with the chaos of the events of our days. We can simply follow through with the duty of living, and not expect anything more. But when do we stop and realize what we're missing? When does it make us stop and notice everything we are just living through? I want to live it, not through it! I want to feel it - touch and taste it. I want to break down barriers with my own two hands and I want to walk the path less taken. I am worn down from the lull of the familiar - expecting things only to be let down, wanting things but holding back. I am so tired from watching my life go ahead of me, as I follow behind. I've been looking at myself in the mirror - picking myself apart, letting guilt rule.. when what I need to do is change my stride. I need to stop watching life, and start participating again.

"So I'm beginning to see some problems
With the ongoing work of my mind
And I've got myself a new mantra
It says don't forget to have a good time
Don't let the sellers of stuff power enough to rob you of your grace"