Awkward Meetings & Philosophical Ramblings

L: Oh God. Don’t see me don’t see me don’t see me...

C: Who?

L: Her, there. Don’t look! Don’t see me don’t see me don-

F: Oh Hi, Liam.

L: Hey, um, Faith. How’re you doing?

F: I’m good thank you. Long time no see huh? You well?

L: Er...yeah, real long time. I’m okay thanks...

F: That’s good. Oh! You’re with someone. Well come on, aren’t you going to introduce us?

L: Yeah yeah, of course. Cyn, this is Faith in Humanity. Faith in Humanity, this is Cyn.

C: Hello. Nice to meet you.

F: Nice to meet you to. Cyn...that’s an interesting name.

C: Thanks. It’s short for Cynicism.

F: Very nice. So are you two...?

L: Yeah. We’re seeing each other.

F: That’s great. So how did you two meet?

C: A mutual friend introduced us actually. Apathy. It wasn’t really like him to take any interest in the matter but I’m certainly glad he did. (laughs)

F: Well that’s lovely to hear. I’m happy for you two.

C: Thank you. How do you two know each other?

L: Faith and I used to hang out all the time back in the day.

F: He’s being shy. We used to date. We were in a pretty good group of friends and just sort of hit it off. Speaking of which do you see any of the gang anymore?

L: Occasionally. Me and Jovial sort of drifted a part when university started.

F: That’s such a shame! You two were best friends. But I guess life gets in the way in the end.

L: You can say that again.

F: Anyway I best leave you two to your business. Cynicism it was wonderful to meet you. Liam, try and stay out of trouble. Bye!

L: Yeah, bye Faith...

C:...humph. Rub your relationship in my face why don’t you. Bet she’s making fun of my name to.

L: Don’t worry about it. Faith isn’t like that.

C: Whatever. Come on we’ll be late.

L: (glances back longingly to where Faith left)



This probably seems pessimistic. But I mean it in a light-hearted manner.
I’ll be the first to admit that since leaving school, going to university and dropping out then working full-time; that I’ve become somewhat jaded with...well, almost everything. Maybe it has something to do with growing up and having all these responsibilities which will definitely take their toll on you. Maybe as you get older you get more aware of what stories are reported on the TV or in the newspapers. Whatever the reason, it sure doesn’t help matters.
BUT, on the upside, every time something happens that bolsters my courting of Cynicism and my friendship with Apathy, it only acts to reinforce my personal 3 rules of life:

1. People suck.
This is immutable. Regardless of where you are or when you are, people will do bad things. Cynical: yes. Unfortunate fact: yes.

2. Shit happens.
Again, immutable. Something bad can and will happen to you at any time or place whether as an effect of rule #1 or just pure bad luck. Someone eats the food you were saving, miss your bus, break a bone etc.

3. Deal with it.
This rule is the most important. Whether you’ve been wronged by someone or the universe, just get on with it. Sulk, grieve, get angry, whatever you have to do but don't do it for too long. End of the day the only thing that will help you is if you dust yourself off and press on.

I’ve been saying these rules to people for years now. It doesn’t mean I’m not happy. Quite the opposite. Ultimately that’s all anyone wants to be and rule #3 is there for that very reason. Be cynical, be apathetic but do NOT be miserable. Because lets face it; no one likes a sourpuss.


(Except Dr. Gregory House MD)