i was following the...

Been in Prague for a few days now. It's been much different to my visit before. Of course the first time here I was only a tourist but now living here, you become much more aware of your "otherness". I don't want to delve on this though because it's neither a good or bad thing. However, what has been interesting lately and of which will be the biggest challenge/test is the idea of normalcy. When you're in a relationship, initially things are quite exciting. You go out on dates, are both on your best behavior and you choose when you see each other. However, after awhile, things become more monotonous. And that is when reality sets in. Do you enjoy the boring everyday moments of life with that person? That is really the million dollar question. It seems that married life reflects that. Of course you do exciting and fun things once in awhile but the majority of time spent together is quite routine...so I suppose that is the biggest test. When things are new and exciting, everything is marvelous but what happens when the excitement dies down? Do the emotions taper off as well?

"I was following the pack, All swallowed in their coats With scarves of red tied 'round their throats To keep their little heads From fallin' in the snow And I turned 'round and there you go"

 - Fleet Foxes -