Do you have to grow up?

Take a look at your life. Are you happy? When were you the happiest you ever were? Most of us will say, when we were younger. But why do we have to grow up? I understand that with responsibility comes the need to grow. But is it really necessary?

I think if you're a mature individual, you can make a "grown up" decision. But maturity is only in the eye of the beholder. If you want something go and get it. Don't over think, whether you need it or not. Which is where common sense kicks in.

If something truly makes you happy, don't be afraid to go out and get it. The only reason I bring this subject up is....

I was at work yesterday, and on my work badge I have "flare" on the lanyard. And the flare is 6 buttons of comic book heroes. One of my coworkers came up to me and said "Dave, you really need to grow up and get rid of that kiddy shit on your badge."

I in turn said "Why? Does it offend you? Does Italy you uncomfortable?" He then began a diatribe about how you have to put away childish things as you get older. So I then asked the question, "What's your favorite movie?" He says Die Hard. So I asked him why.

He then tells me a story of how when he was younger his dad took him to the movies, and that one is the first one he can remember. So I asked, if they made one more would he see it? He says "Of course".

And then he realized where I was going. When something takes you to a better place and time, if even for a moment. Don't be afraid to relish in it.

It's all about how you view it.

That One Song

Have you ever had that moment, where you're driving down the road, and out of nowhere you belt out a song that you haven't heard in almost a decade? I had that moment today.

I was driving home from work today, and from out of nowhere I started to sing Austin by Blake Shelton. I haven't heard that song since I was in High school. Then I started thinking about all of the songs I haven't heard in forever. So I looked up Billboards hot 100 from 1997-2001. All of my high school career.

Just to take those of you back old enough to remember. 1997 was the introduction of TRL on MTV. This was my education outside of school. I wanted to know what people were listening to.

In 1997 the top single wasCandle in the Wind by Elton John. After Princess Diana's death. And the top album was Spice by the Spice Girls. A banner year for the Brits.

In 1998 the top single was Too Close by Next. And the top album was the Titanic soundtrack.

In 1999 Cher made a comeback with Believe. And the Backstreet Boys released their sophomore album to a number 1 spot.

And in the turn of the new millennium Faith Hill broke out with the #1 single Breathe. And *NSYNC blasted off to the top with No Strings Attached.

I remember so many things about those 4 years. High school was about to end, getting ready for life away from parents.

Looking back now, remembering all of the emotions this music brought everyone. Each one of these songs and albums hold a special place in my heart.

So remember all the good music you listened to when you were younger. Go back and listen to that song you couldn't get out of your head, because the radio burned it into your brain.

Some Nights....

Have you ever had one of those nights, when you just can't seem to fall asleep? That has been happening to me more recently. I seem to lay awake and cannot stop thinking. I have had so many ideas pop into my head. Or even just general thoughts on the direction life is going.

This blog is going to be my release. Release from the clutter that fills my overflowing brain. Most of it will not make any sense at all. But I can guarantee that it will be entertaining.

I'm going to blog everyday for a year and see how the ups and downs develop an overfilled mind like mine.