Lust... Hurt... Pain... Sadness... Forgiveness... Friendship...

There are times when we do things out of lust - a desire to have something, to do something. Most often, this is associated with love and sex, but not always. Lust can either be good or it can be bad. When in the right context, given the right circumstances, thought through to the logical end - rationally, usually lust gives way to better judgment.

I've practiced some poor judgment in tandem with some people in my life, and it has caused hurt, pain, confusion, and sadness. However, in the midst of all the pain, confusion, and sadness, comes an opportunity for accepting what has happened, working through it, forgiveness, and true friendship - whether intimate or not.

I've also practiced good judgment, too, in tandem with some people. In any relationship, no matter the friendship, there's going to be some confusion, hurt, and controversy from time to time. However, true friends do forgive, work through the shit, and come out completely better on the other side... with a better understanding of themselves and the friendship, too.

So.... Thanks for being my friend. Let's hang out, have some fun, and work through the shit that comes along the way. I got your back. Do you have mine?