A long time ago I read a post by Tom Anderson (of MySpace fame) upon Google+ which caught my attention (and that I’ve been pondering upon for the past few weeks).

Have you ever felt alone in a room of people? I think all of us have. Or even felt lonely when you’re one on one with someone you don’t like (Imagine a bad date..) You feel so different, so apart from that other person, that you start to wonder if there’s anyone else for you in this world. (There is, don’t worry!)

Conversely, have you ever been alone and not felt lonely? It may mean you’re enjoying solitude. Solitude is something you choose when you want to enjoy your own company. That sounds a little funny, but if you don’t enjoy your own thoughts and feelings, will anyone else?
In solitude, you can reflect, learn, grow, create. Almost all the things that make me deeply satisfied require solitude.

Loneliness chooses you. Solitude is a choice. By choosing solitude, you’ll rarely feel lonely.

I think Tom’s solitude post probably explains why I enjoy hanging out in the woods in remote areas or even running late at night in the park (which most of my friends think is crazy).

With friends, family and frenemies demanding attention via Twitter, Tumblr, SMS, Instagram and Google+ (sorry I don’t Facebook) I’m finding that these moments of solitude are refreshing to my mind and spirit, allowing me to focus on what’s really important in life.

Although I believe being alone all the time is unhealthy, people do need time by themselves to reflect upon the direction of their life.

Note: I guess this probably explains why Superman and Batman have their Fortress Solitude and Bat cave, respectively.

So my Patriots lost to a better team yesterday for the second time in a row.

Although we couldn’t avenge ourselves this year, I’m thrilled that the game was exhilarating until the very end.

Although I’m glad the Patriots were able to secure another AFC title, we just couldn’t pierce through the Giants defense to score another life saving touch down.

To all my Giants friends (as well the Tebow lovers who were upset with the Patriots for destroying the Broncos–no, I’m glad we ended Tebow Time!!!), thanks for playing a great game and being good sports!

PS

See you next year!