Guest Post from musician Brent Flicks

JUST A THOUGHT
By: Brent Flicks You can find Brents sites at
www.bflix.ca & www.weareautumn.com

Life...What is life? For some life is a destination, for others it’s all about the journey. Life can lift you up, or tear you down, all in a matter of seconds. Life can sweep you off your feet when your limbs are unstable, or it can come around the corner, out of nowhere, and punch you in the gut when you’re looking the other way. Life can be a companion, or it can be the most lonely feeling in the entire world. Whether you believe you came from somewhere, or believe you came from nowhere, life is something we all experience. It has been said that we all live, but not all of us feel alive. It has also been stated that the only constant in life, is death. But where do we go when death arrives at our feet? Well, some believe that we are taken to a much higher, and better place, where we are reunited with past friends and family. Others believe that we are transformed, and reincarnated, coming back into another life, as another form. Some believe that we’re just gone. Every individual has their own definition of life, and what it means to feel alive. Some believe that a career is the most important aspect in life, others believe that simply happiness is the way to go. Some plan for the future, near or far, and others live each day one step at a time. One of the best quotes of all time, comes from a former Beatles member, and incredible songwriter, John Lennon. Lennon once said, "When I was 5 years old, my mom always told me that happiness was the key to life. When I went to school, they asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. I wrote down ‘\pard fs28 happy.’ They told me I didn’t understand the assignment and I told them they didn’t understand life."
Sometimes life throws you a curve ball, and you have to step out of the batter’s box, take a deep breath, reset, and step right back in, prepared to slam the ball out of the park. The path that you thought would lead you to your destiny, doesn’t always stay straight, it often has forks in the road, and even completely different roads altogether. Joseph Campbell once said, "You must give up the life you planned in order to have the life that is waiting for you."
Whatever life is to you, wherever you want to go, or don’t want to go, just remember that our time on earth is short, and for some of us, even shorter. Tell people close to you that you love them. Share your dreams and beliefs with anyone that you feel will listen. Chase your dreams and never give up. Trust your instincts and never be redirected by others’ opinions or ridicule. Take chances to reap rewards. Never, EVER, let your fear, or nerves come between you and a possible life changing experience. Live your life as if it’s an opportunity to achieve greatness and change the world. Lastly, and most importantly, live your life as if nobody is watching. That’s what’s on my mind...what’s on yours?