Lone Valkyrie

"Art is not merely an imitation of the reality of nature, but in truth a metaphysical supplement to the reality of nature, placed alongside thereof for its conquest." Friedrich Nietzsche I am an artist, a poet, a writer, a dreamer, and a thinker... I conceptualize and imagine, and often can be found enveloped in the things I am passionate about...such as creating and inventing...even chasing dreams on a whim. As spontaneous and adventurous I am at times, I find I am more down to earth due to my more grounded, pragmatic nature. I analyze and study people, the world around me, and myself as the universe is filled with and unfathomable amounts of lessons yet to be learned. I desire and enjoy attention, yet I also value the solace found in reflection and meditation alone as well. Just because I may associate with many, I have very few -true- friends. But the people in my life that I surround myself with are those that I admire and trust. Just because I am often considered perverse or mischievous, doesn't mean I am malevolent and vindictive. I am aware of what I am capable of and I have seen many sides of the coin to know that I attract what I represent fundamentally... As many experiences as I have had, I am constantly inviting new ones as well, whether it be new foods, musical interests, places, or activities, etc. I try to keep an open mind despite the things that make me want to close it at times. I am aware that perfection is perception based, but I still have perfectionist tendencies. I am constantly working towards progressing in my life, and maintaining a balance, even though it can be difficult at times. I seek to understand the truth behind the masquerade, by remaining true to myself and those around me. As corny as it may sound, I believe in things like Honesty, Loyalty, Honor, Respect, Trust, and even the one that gets me in the most trouble: Love. I seek a synthesis, something true and real. I am aware I have loved and am aware that I have been loved. Unfortunately I have never known synchronicity in this area, but I have come close. As realistic as I can be and as little success I have had with Love, I still believe in it. I have experienced great pain as well as great pleasure...I have been through my own share of experiences to see the contrast, that has allowed me to be able to differentiate light from dark. But I still make mistakes...I understand that everything happens for a reason, and I rarely regret even some of the most painful experiences of my life... It would just be nice to be learning more lessons through the good ones. I recognize I hold true to ideals that I have found very few follow, but I continue believing. Even if I am the last of my kind, oh well, to hell with it... I invent my life. I hold the key to unlocking my truest potential. I adapt and I keep moving. I still survive despite the chaos. I invite the possibilities. I love to live, and live to learn. Most importantly: I try my hardest and strive to be the best possible -me- I can be.