Cypress, Sparks, Williamsburg... Thanks.

It's been an extended three-year journey, not marking each day, but reflecting on the entirety of this period. There's a trail of regret, filled with numerous bad choices and mistakes. Regretting them, though, seems futile. Can I undo them? No. Should I? At this juncture, uncertainty clouds my thoughts; the desire to reclaim those moments wavers.

Confronting life lessons is a daunting task, especially when acknowledging one's substantial role in the string of failures. I wish for a profound understanding of what to do in every situation, a commitment to unwavering wisdom. Yet, I'm not endowed with that level of intellect, nor can I swiftly adapt to the unpredictable shifts in circumstances.

Words, uttered without full comprehension, hold the potential to wound unknowingly. I've never intended harm, and I never will. However, navigating the complexities of language and its impact on others remains a challenge.

Despite these reflections, observing the traffic on this website reveals a consistent presence of followers from Williamsburg, Sparks Nevada, and Cypress California. To each of you, I extend heartfelt gratitude. The past three years have been a journey through pain and suffering, often concealed behind the smiles in my blog entries. It's a commitment to the philosophy that consistent smiles might seep into the subconscious, influencing daily emotions positively.

To those who check in, especially from Williamsburg, Sparks, and Cypress, I want to express my sincere thanks. In the midst of dreams that occasionally turn into nightmares, your silent support leaves an imprint, and I genuinely appreciate it. :)

Arie Jekel, Rembrandt, Landscapes in Watercolor