some say that i have become more confident... others say that the cynicism of this world has jaded me... i don't know... what do you think? i believe that people take perspective according to where they are themselves in life... how they see me is directly dependent on their projection on life... as for how i view myself: i have matured and realized that we are all imperfect human beings, every last one of us. in my imperfection and impurity, i strive to serve the Lord, for Him to be my priority. though i fail to give Him my all, His grace is sufficient for me, and He loves me for just trying. I can not do it of myself... whether by maturity or confidence or even being blasé to the world around me... so I hang on for daily renewal. practically, i desire to serve others, to mend wounds, to forgive, and to humble myself. i am learning to not expect others to live up to my standards. i am seeing the heart of others more deeply before seeking out the shortcomings of others. my words and actions reflect who I am, a child of the Lord.