Yesterday's walk wasn't hot as the sun was partly covered by clouds. The air was cooler and it really was a welcome change from the dry and hot days of the past couple of weeks. As I looked around and breathed the saltiness of the nearby sea, I got to thinking about family. Family is not something that you can choose to become part of. You tolerate a lot because, well, you have no choice. However, I believe it's also our choice to keep a relationship going. If it's hurting you, physically, mentally, or emotionally, you have every right to step away. I like to keep my family close, as well as my friends, which are but a few. I value loyalty to a high degree, which makes me uncomfortable around people who I know are two-faced - in front of you, they smile and say nice things, but they have evil tongues that say derogatory words once you turn your back. So, I separated myself from those individuals, and it is freeing. It's not just about physical distancing; it can also be emotional. Now, when I walk past those people, I feel nonchalant because I no longer care about them. More importantly, I no longer cared about what they said. Their tongues could rot, along with their hearts, and I would just pass by them as though they're invisible. 💮☀️⛅