Well perhaps I am right back in the town I had just left behind me this time last year. It's true, the only way I can explain it is it seems to suck your soul in. Although, looking back at the last seven months or so, perhaps this is also where I was meant to be for a while longer. After all, if someone had told me last summer that I would be where I am now by this time, I think I would have laughed at them outright.

Now, my life is far from perfect but it's good enough for me and I'm the happiest I've been in as long as I can remember. Maybe even happier than I've ever been. I have great friends many old some new, many that I've been getting back in touch with. I've gotten one of my old jobs back which is great, it happens to be one of my two favorites for places I've worked. I'm actually getting along with some of if not all of my family. And last but far from the least I've found someone to share myself with, something I would've never thought to happen after everything. He has made my life so much more, and I love him with all that I am. In darkness and light he is always there. He's my everything and I'm in amazement of him much of the time. In February (likely sooner) we'll be moving into our own apartment with our baby Oscar finally. Oscar is a ferret that we keep at his sisters as we cannot have him here.

So yes, I returned to flourish many friendships and find love it would seem. Sometimes the Fates send a boon when you least expect it, my thanks to the Ladies Three. Writing has also become almost daily for me again, something that hasn't occurred in quite some time. I just can't seem to keep myself away from pen and paper or the keyboard. Not that it's a bad thing, the exact opposite it's fantastic. I have so much inspiration these day from something and I love it. Perhaps I've acquired a Muse as well.

I have a close friend who recently got married, congratulations yet again to him. He has also found the man of his dreams and vice versa. Another has a relationship that has lasted some time surprisingly, it's the first time in years she's given a real relationship a go. I'm personally not sure of him as of now but it seems that he makes her happy so for the time being that's good enough for me. Besides, I've learned many time over that things and people are rarely what they seem at first glance. Many of my friends are uninvolved but the majority have chosen to remain so. That may be for the better though, I'm beginning to believe the old saying that love will find you. Sooner or later, looking or not, if your heart is open anyone could have a chance to find someone. It may not be easy but it's well worth it.

I've long since now put my past to rest, making peace with the things that although unfortunate, cannot be changed. I've learned from my past as well, which in the end I think is the most important thing. Although much of my moving forward is in thanks to my good friends and my love. And I thank you all for that, from those that have known me all my life to those who've known me much less, you have made me a better and stronger person. Had I not had these people I'm not sure where or even who I would be right now. You kept me from falling, you pushed when you needed to, and you saved me in many ways.

And thank you to those who I have met in passing as well. Sometimes it is easier to talk to a stranger, and many have become friends.

I can't say that I'm older and wiser than most but I can say that for my age I have quite a bit of life experience. I may be young but I'm stronger and more mature than many people my age. Although I still choose to enjoy my youth while I can. Maybe I don't always make the best choices or calls but at the time I do what feels right. And as far as consequences I can admit when I screwed up and swallow my pride.

All in all, life has become Sublime. Peace, love and come what may to you all.