Written when everything that could have possibly gone wrong, actually did go wrong.

I wish that I could find a place where all is peaceful.

My longing to not be tied down to limitations set my soul free. It could be likened to a baby taking its first step.

Finally, my soul was set free. A record of my so-called “first love” which lasted from December 3, 1973 through January 9, 1974. I was a high school sophomore and he was a senior. Later, I realized the truth. I was in love with the idea of being in love and not really in love with him.

Starting to grow cynical…

The year was 1972.

Inspired by hearing Sing-Out Kingsport, a branch group of Up With People, for the first time. The message that they brought out seemed to reflect so closely what I felt. I later became a member for two and a half years.

My unspoken desire to be unfettered by limitations, touching on my deep longing to have a true friend.