Here I am, sitting and typing at the last couple of hours left to turn in my blog. Ugh! *shaking head in disappointment* Enough about this rant...
While there are so many topics that I would enjoy talking about in further detail. One that rises above the rest is a cultural study of Drag Queens, and there purpose in gay community. Also including, as a umbrella-boys-town. And what it represents. What's its purpose in the gay community, and city of Chicago? Since I don't really identify with the gay community(personal synopsis). And, what I do know about the gay community, is a negative opinion. It will become informative to seek reasons, and other personal accounts of what the community means to them.
Since Drag Queens have quite a prominence in Boys-Town. I think that there role is apparent within the gay community. And I am debating about interviewing a couple friends of mine that are drag queens, along with a couple community involved individuals that I know. So, the resources I have are a bit endless.
I will saturate myself in the community: This includes going to bars-note-taking and observing the environment, and the social interactions. Even my own personal interactions that I'll have with others. Friends and acquaintances. All of which play crucial roles, right?
Isn't this "WhatLife'sAbout!"?
Sunday, January 29, 2012
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Introduction...
*pondering*
Where do I start by introducing myself? How does one go about saying, "hello, my name is so-and-so"? Um... I think that's the very first step, "hello". Formal introductions have there purpose- its purpose is to jump start conversation. Or, perhaps formal introductions are Old World, and a bit dated. But, I guess that I am more of an older soul than most people my age. Which, leads into who I am...
Hello, my name is Erik Thornton. A twenty-five year old, living in Chicago. To whom is 2000 miles away from any family, or friends of my high school, and middle school years. But, there's a reason why I moved to this city, that I lovingly call, "home". My friends of past are still very much involved in my life. And, my family. Well, it's family, and they still are my life-force, even if thousands miles separate us. Strangely, my family plays more of a crucial role than before. Curious, how that happens, right? I'm a self-proclaimed momma and grandma's boy. And, I own every ounce of it! Don't get it twisted. *smiles*
Now, back to why I moved to Chicago. I've always had a deep, intense draw to BIG cities. Yes, I am from Los Angeles, but from a small town of 50,000 outside of the city limits. Seeing city centers, I have always been compelled to know what it would be like to live in one, whatever city that dream would land me. Twenty-two years elapsed, 2000 miles traveled, with three suitcases in hand, I moved to Chicago. I came here to pursue my passion. My inner-being longed for a city. That intensity, longing, and allure needed to be fulfilled. And, for the moment, that void has been filled! *giggling* The "culture", bustle, the everything-at-your-fingertips feeling that a city has is SO enthralling, and euphoric(for me). Symphonies, dance, people, advertisements, cars, buses, skyscrapers, business, potholes, etc. all of which make me smile. These are things that bring my heart joy, and to play into my title, "What Life's About" mentality.
Friends. Um. Such an interesting subject to talk about. What purpose do friends serve? What involvement do they play, why? I can sit here, in this cafe with a cup of coffee in my right hand, while I compose this "blog" and think of how blessed I am to have the relationships that I have. The investments that have been made, thus far, are overwhelming. I strive to create these friendships. And am, on a daily basis.
The purpose friends serve in my life incorporate a vast array of emotions. It's hard to pinpoint one emotion that I associate with one friend, because they fulfill so many. Too many to count. It's those moments, where finishing each other's sentences that make me happy in my heart! It's those moments staying up late, not paying attention to the real bad movie, and having an engaging conversation with them; sharing moments, such as those, bring tears to my eyes. It's because there is authenticity. There's a genuine feeling-mutual it is, that we share. Care. Concern.
So, I implore you to find what purpose friends serve in your life. What feelings evoke when you spend time with them? What's there purpose? All of which are interesting, thought provoking questions, that aren't asked, or thought about frequently. And, I look to find out, as a friend. These are those moments you ask, "What Life's About"... And, I seek to find out about your life. I'll share my stories, and if you allow me, I look to find out yours in the same process.
E.
Where do I start by introducing myself? How does one go about saying, "hello, my name is so-and-so"? Um... I think that's the very first step, "hello". Formal introductions have there purpose- its purpose is to jump start conversation. Or, perhaps formal introductions are Old World, and a bit dated. But, I guess that I am more of an older soul than most people my age. Which, leads into who I am...
Hello, my name is Erik Thornton. A twenty-five year old, living in Chicago. To whom is 2000 miles away from any family, or friends of my high school, and middle school years. But, there's a reason why I moved to this city, that I lovingly call, "home". My friends of past are still very much involved in my life. And, my family. Well, it's family, and they still are my life-force, even if thousands miles separate us. Strangely, my family plays more of a crucial role than before. Curious, how that happens, right? I'm a self-proclaimed momma and grandma's boy. And, I own every ounce of it! Don't get it twisted. *smiles*
Now, back to why I moved to Chicago. I've always had a deep, intense draw to BIG cities. Yes, I am from Los Angeles, but from a small town of 50,000 outside of the city limits. Seeing city centers, I have always been compelled to know what it would be like to live in one, whatever city that dream would land me. Twenty-two years elapsed, 2000 miles traveled, with three suitcases in hand, I moved to Chicago. I came here to pursue my passion. My inner-being longed for a city. That intensity, longing, and allure needed to be fulfilled. And, for the moment, that void has been filled! *giggling* The "culture", bustle, the everything-at-your-fingertips feeling that a city has is SO enthralling, and euphoric(for me). Symphonies, dance, people, advertisements, cars, buses, skyscrapers, business, potholes, etc. all of which make me smile. These are things that bring my heart joy, and to play into my title, "What Life's About" mentality.
Friends. Um. Such an interesting subject to talk about. What purpose do friends serve? What involvement do they play, why? I can sit here, in this cafe with a cup of coffee in my right hand, while I compose this "blog" and think of how blessed I am to have the relationships that I have. The investments that have been made, thus far, are overwhelming. I strive to create these friendships. And am, on a daily basis.
The purpose friends serve in my life incorporate a vast array of emotions. It's hard to pinpoint one emotion that I associate with one friend, because they fulfill so many. Too many to count. It's those moments, where finishing each other's sentences that make me happy in my heart! It's those moments staying up late, not paying attention to the real bad movie, and having an engaging conversation with them; sharing moments, such as those, bring tears to my eyes. It's because there is authenticity. There's a genuine feeling-mutual it is, that we share. Care. Concern.
So, I implore you to find what purpose friends serve in your life. What feelings evoke when you spend time with them? What's there purpose? All of which are interesting, thought provoking questions, that aren't asked, or thought about frequently. And, I look to find out, as a friend. These are those moments you ask, "What Life's About"... And, I seek to find out about your life. I'll share my stories, and if you allow me, I look to find out yours in the same process.
E.
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