re·spon·si·ble- able to answer for one's conduct and obligations : trustworthy b : able to choose for oneself between right and wrong.

I can't help but laugh when this word comes out out of some ones mouth.  Maybe it is because i have no responsibility's or maybe it's because i know what will follow the word will be taken out of context to the meaning.   What is responsibility? Some will argue a new car, house, children, dog, stable job etc.  Well actually 95% of the population. I beg to differ. Responsibility is what you want it to be without degrading yourself or others.  Basically having clothes, shelter, food.  These are your responsibility's and everything after is a luxury.  Born in america, full of keep up with jones' mentality, I see why people would argue this statement.  Let's look at it from another angle.  
If i personally bought a house or new car right now i would be irresponsible.  Not because i can't afford it, because i would be paying for something that is not necessary or worth while to someone in my position.  Therefore i would be irresponsible to my lifestyle.  If i stayed at the family business and worked for 50 hours just to own it one day and work 80 I would be irresponsible to my dreams or body.  You see where I'm going?
How do you know when your your being responsible and not just chasing somebody else's responsibility's?  When you are content with your life and the things in it at that very moment i suppose.  With out harming yourself or other's. 

 


 
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STAY CONNECTED 01/22/2010
 
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When i say stay connected i DON'T mean carry a crackberry or netbook everywhere you go.  Simply i mean keep in touch with the people in your life that matter the most. You know who they are 2 or 3 friends and family.  When traveling or at home make a small mental note that every week or month you call those people that are closest to you and touch base.These are the people who will always be there and support you in whatever you do.To me it is sad to see people treat their friends and family as props.  That hunting or fishing trip your father wants to go on but you have no time because you are too busy or have no interest- do it.   Go to that play with your mom or grandma. Spend sometime with them and who knows you may love it.  For example i hang out with people that have different interests and hobbies because i like to try new things.  Go into everything with an open mind and analyze it later.  I didn't like everything that i've tried in my life , but I'm sure i've never loved anything I haven't tried either.
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