gamo*phi parade

I did it...

Am I a loser? Does this solidify me as a loner? I went to a show...by myself. I did it. I didn't think I could, but Laurel convinced me otherwise. I do admit to going to movies by myself. I like it. You don't have to worry if the person you're with is having an okay time, or if they're enjoying the movie. Okay, so it's a selfish reason, but whatever. Bottom line...I don't mind going to the movies by myself. But I had never gone to a concert alone...until tonight. Yeah. That's right. But concerts are a little different though. They are more of a social event, especially at the Largo, where the setting is so intimate and up close and personal. I saw Jill Sobule there tonight all by myself. I was so proud of my independence that I had to document it (see above). But instead of thinking aboot it in terms of strength and independence, is it just plain sad instead? Oh no. I sat at the bar, and lucky for me, on either side of me were some really interesting guys...and like me, they were by themselves too. They were both really friendly and they saved my seat when I used the restroom. Even though I had a great time tonight, I'm not sure I could quite do it again. It's empowering in the sense that I feel as though I can do whatever I want to do and am not dependent on a kind of security blanket, but at the same time, I think it just might be pathetic. Hmmm. Yeah. I don't think I'll do it again...unless I'm really desperate.

So, Jill, as usual, was amazing tonight. I especially loved her occasional political remarks. Who am I kidding...I'm downplaying it way too much. It deserves all the attention...she sang a new song she wrote about a blue America. Heh. Then she whipped out "Texas," "Youthful Indiscretions," and "Soldiers of Christ." Ha! She is so great. She's an artist who is using her talent to voice her opinion and what she believes in. Power to the people!!