Refreshingly Genuine

Hello, strangers.

The other day I met a girl. Upon first meeting her, I immediately made a judgment about her. I thought she was strange. She did things differently than other people I know, and I didn't know how to take her. However, the more I get to know her, the more I realize that my first impression was wrong.

Yes, she's different. Most people would probably call her weird... but I've realized that it's quite refreshing to meet someone like her. I think most people just follow the crowd. We do what we're "supposed" to do... the media tells us what we're "supposed" to like. But when someone goes against that and is genuinely herself, it's amazing to see.

I have to say that I think I've fallen victim to the constant bombardment of the media and society. I like things that are popular. So do most of the people I know... So, to meet someone who goes against the grain makes me think that she has got to be incredibly brave. She is herself, regardless of what others think. She seems unaffected by others opinions of her. To me, someone who is this way is a rarity... at least in my life.

So, I leave you guys with a quote... and hopefully, we can all learn to take this advice a little more. :)

"You were born an original. Don't die a copy." -John Mason