Eureka?

It’s been a while since I’ve sat down to write.  Many of you already know how much I love to write. I’ve always thought as myself as “creative” with my words and thoughts. Unfortunately, it proves to be a perishable skill. Since it’s been quite some time, and seeing as we all rely heavily on the inundated world of “200 characters or less,” I feel that I’ve lost that natural flow of putting pen to paper.

I hope to find my way… again.

I had a friend over Christmas tell me that she enjoyed reading my blog when I wrote, “An Army of One…Year,” back in 2010 during Drew’s last deployment. I told her that I’d like to write again, but I was waiting for a “theme” to come to mind. Well, nearly 2 months later and not one concrete theme, interest, or topic had sparked much pursuit. (Pretty lame, huh?)

I’ve pondered over many hot baths and many sleepless nights, “What makes me different?” “What will motivate me or drive passion?” I overlooked the obvious.

I am the 1%.

And I’m not talking about the OCCUPY Protesters.

Tom Brokaw stated that, “less than 1 percent of the American population is bearing 100 percent of the burden of battle.” He was referring to the Military.

I represent the Military Family.

I don’t need a theme or an interest; I just need to write about my Life.

Duh.

A life that few will live but many can respect.  A life with the usual ups and down, but with unique curves and twists. A life filled with joy and sadness.

Some days I’ll be positive and uplifting. Other days I’ll be a cynic. Some days I’ll be strong and confident. Other days I’ll be small and anxious.  

Some days you’ll understand, but some days it will be exclusive to the 1%.

I invite you to read and join me on this journey. I can’t guarantee much, but I can guarantee to occupy your mind for a few minutes every week.  

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