Basics.

I've abandoned free love, what a tragedy. I must return to my roots.

Yesterday, while grocery shopping, I ran into a cashier whom I see often. He is good looking in an easy and simple sort of way. I'm usually cordial because I believe in being cordial to strangers. Yesterday, we chatted for a bit and I got a pure and genuine vibe from him. He asked about my day (which had been hectic) and we even talked about my internship.

It was refreshing. There didn't seem to be some sort of hidden agenda. There wasn't any "Hey baby" or "What's good, shawty?" He actually asked me for my name.

I am sure our interactions will be limited to the dimly lit checkout aisles at Shoppers, but he made a crazy day a little bit better and I appreciate him for that. I think too many people today lack the trait of being genuine. We don't talk and we want instant hookups. We don't respect others and in doing so, we don't respect ourselves. I cannot preach because I, too, have been consumed in the superficialities of my generation. Nonetheless, the ability to be genuine or hold a true conversation with someone are things that are timeless.

I think in terms of love, life, and the intersection of the two, it's time to get back to the basics.

Love freely,
tY