But for the sky there are no fences facing
In the society we live in, our growing up years are littered with instances when someone or the other tells us – Listen to my advice- I have seen the world. I have heard this, and so has almost everyone else I know.
I have often wondered what it means- to have seen the world. I mean almost everyone without exception goes through experiences throughout their living years. Everyone sees the world. So what is it that differentiates my world from yours?
Recently, I found myself in a somewhat of a spot. I was forced to shake myself out of inertia, take some possibly life altering decision… a lot more followed and even till date I am not quite comfortable with the outcome. Actually I am not even sure if there has been an outcome. But anyway, that’s not the point. Over the course of this (in) decision-making process I was told time and again by various people the same lines, over and over. And since there were people on both sides of the fence, I had to sit down and ask that question all over again.
And I realized this one thing. Life throws experiences and opportunities at almost everyone, but probably at different points of time. So technically everyone has had their one big moment, their one shot at ever lasting fame. Likewise, life also takes you through these twists and turns the outcomes of which are not always pleasant. But what matters most is what they did with it. How they reacted to those situations, and I have come to the conclusion- that what you see in life is actually a function of how you reacted to what you saw. There is always this “outcome” tint to experience.
Consider love. People who have had great experiences at relationships are more likely to prod you towards one. Consider drastic career changes- people who have managed it successfully will always tell you to throw off the bowlines, catch the trade winds and sail away from safe harbors. People who have never lifted their anchors are unlikely to be able to advise otherwise.
Which brings me to the next issue- that of being called the original vagabond. Not that I am called that all the time, but yes it has been done before. I have also heard many people use the word in their profiles on Orkut and their like. I guess the only people who can definitely be called vagabonds a re those who have in their heart of hearts never felt the need to act as one. Never desired to break the chains, they usually just slip off. I guess vagabonds are the only true believers of the fact that life is a series of dots and one can only connect them looking backwards- so they just follow their heart.
Been watching a few movies lately- Namesake (which was OK) and Little Miss Sunshine (better). Now I want to watch 300 and Pursuit of Happyness. Maybe tonight. Today I came into work all excited to find that most markets are closed… hence the post.
I have often wondered what it means- to have seen the world. I mean almost everyone without exception goes through experiences throughout their living years. Everyone sees the world. So what is it that differentiates my world from yours?
Recently, I found myself in a somewhat of a spot. I was forced to shake myself out of inertia, take some possibly life altering decision… a lot more followed and even till date I am not quite comfortable with the outcome. Actually I am not even sure if there has been an outcome. But anyway, that’s not the point. Over the course of this (in) decision-making process I was told time and again by various people the same lines, over and over. And since there were people on both sides of the fence, I had to sit down and ask that question all over again.
And I realized this one thing. Life throws experiences and opportunities at almost everyone, but probably at different points of time. So technically everyone has had their one big moment, their one shot at ever lasting fame. Likewise, life also takes you through these twists and turns the outcomes of which are not always pleasant. But what matters most is what they did with it. How they reacted to those situations, and I have come to the conclusion- that what you see in life is actually a function of how you reacted to what you saw. There is always this “outcome” tint to experience.
Consider love. People who have had great experiences at relationships are more likely to prod you towards one. Consider drastic career changes- people who have managed it successfully will always tell you to throw off the bowlines, catch the trade winds and sail away from safe harbors. People who have never lifted their anchors are unlikely to be able to advise otherwise.
Which brings me to the next issue- that of being called the original vagabond. Not that I am called that all the time, but yes it has been done before. I have also heard many people use the word in their profiles on Orkut and their like. I guess the only people who can definitely be called vagabonds a re those who have in their heart of hearts never felt the need to act as one. Never desired to break the chains, they usually just slip off. I guess vagabonds are the only true believers of the fact that life is a series of dots and one can only connect them looking backwards- so they just follow their heart.
Been watching a few movies lately- Namesake (which was OK) and Little Miss Sunshine (better). Now I want to watch 300 and Pursuit of Happyness. Maybe tonight. Today I came into work all excited to find that most markets are closed… hence the post.
6 comments:
....... life is more what u c and do , not to sound judgemental but will say definitely what one acts on need of time , given his / her values instinct reflects what a person is , what he / she is made off...... One need not to consider what others say or speak . frankly . speaking one life isnt enough to make all the mistakes and unlearn from each of them .... but yeah . giving a thoughtful ear to what oders and then trusting on owns judgement one should do what ever he/she feels like ......
Vagabond .. the word comes from vagaries of life . if I construe that I would say . one who is . oblivious to the vagaries of life.is a vagabond .....It never means one who is zealless or life less !!! they have life . may be they don sound wishful , resourceful as most of us !..
Why u are sounding so listless !! if u starts looking for clue . u will be lost !!! . the answer lies within you .... your purpose is . resouceful , but reflects you have lost energy ... buddy . one has to push in till the last breath !!!!. will say ..living on platonic state of mind ..sometimes sounds you are unrealistic .. I am dead sure you are not !!. ..
Finally . would say . never do anything what your rationale never approves and at the same time . take another soul ( say your life partner indeed !!!! ) . the way she is made off !!. no body can be tailor made as any body wants !!!... happyness lies in thrill and thrill lies in exploring the unknown ..that is Pursuit of Happiness !!!
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Now that I've got over that itch, let me say that One, I loved 'The Namesake' and Two, don't think I would ever say the phrase mentioned in your post title. It will take me a lifetime to figure out myself, leave alone the world...
I always wonder, what does a vagabond hope to achieve in his wandering drifting aimlessness...
And then, how important is one moment of ever-lasting fame ? Why is it so important for us to be famous and everlasting at that !
Now, now...i thought u were a bond...when did u become a vagabond ;-D
Life is all about probability I think . When you were born there was a 50% probability that you would be healthy and 50% that you wouldnt be healthy. Similarly in all other phases of life, situation might arise where everything work outs the way you want it or it could be just the opposite. In my point of view if you dont take a plunge you wouldnt know what being like on ther other side of a situation. You cant really always play safe.
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