On October 5, 2007, I wrote a blog entry about looking up and not losing sight of the fact that I live in one of the biggest and best cities in the world. After living in the city for over two years, it has never been more important to remember to look up. I was reminded of this significance this year on the 8 year anniversary of 9/11 (btw, it always bugs me when people say '9-11' and not 'September 11th.' I don't know why). I always forget about the impending anniversary until I see the two pillars of light piercing the sky like they do every year to commemorate the day. It always takes me by surprise, and puts me into a contemplative place. It reminds me that the city is just as fragile as the people who are in it.
When giving directions to a couple of tourists on my way to work today, I thought about perspectives. I feel like I am constantly fighting against the city and always struggling so hard to stay afloat. But in that moment, to those sweet people, I probably was a life saver who must really know what I'm doing and where I am going. It also made me feel empowered to know that if I am able to keep as many perspectives in mind as possible, I can really manage to stay sane and get ahead. It is so easy to find oneself on a one track mindset in this city that always has so much going on. We have to try to remember that everyone has their own unique outlook on things.
Anyway, back to looking up. It is really refreshing to see the city from a different point of view. Seeing the monstrous sky scrapers and the break of clear blue sky is a really beautiful thing to witness, and the city looks so peaceful. I need to make a conscious effort to do this more often. It could really give me some much needed relaxation, sanity, and perspective that I feel I am forever searching for.
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