RETURN

Today was my trip back to memory lane. It was a familiar setting - all students convened, teachers watching your every move, candidates nervous to the bones. I could recall all of those fond memories I had - all those words intact in your mind; the strategies and possible answers to questions people would throw; most of all the courage and benediction to stand for what you believe for. As much as I want to return to that time, the fact remained that I was only a spectator... Or so I thought. In the middle of the time spiral, a messenger came to announce that I was to speak before that grand audience. Of course I could not turn it down and the more I could not lose my cool. Nevertheless, given those few minutes, I was able to compose a message that pretty much summarizes the reason why politics no longer thrives in my character, the answer to a riddle that has been puzzling people's minds, words of inspiration I have wanted to say. The beauty of it is that I really had conviction this time. I was able to relay what I wanted to say in that short amount of time I had to prepare and say everything. It was marvelous. Of course, what made it more grand was the feedback... But that's just the bonus which I need not ponder for long.

After the convention, my stature seemed to be that of a stranger amidst a crowd of friends... That was the case until a new familiarity began to unfold before my very eyes. As Rick would say, it seemed like the beginning of a beautiful friendship. My spirit was once again uplifted, perhaps to the highest it could have been. The story will continue to unfold. What happens next, still I do not know... However, it is inevitable to say that this day is indeed wonderful. Not just wonderful but beautiful.