Saturday, October 6, 2012

The perks of being a wallflower


Watched the perks of being a wallflower today. To me, it is a really meaningful film and it puts some perspective into my life. I have never been the popular kid and will never be. Fortunately, I was never the kid that is constantly being left out. This film reminded me of my secondary school days where people were being ostracized and given names just because they are different. The inability to conform to social norms results in constant bullying and unpopularity. I feel sorry for them but deep down I know that I will never be able to understand what they really go through, as I have never been in their shoes. Unfortunately, one of my friends did go through such nonsense and I am glad that he shared it with me. The anger, frustration and melancholy that radiated from him was so intense that I cant help but feel sorry for him. I realized that besides sympathy, he deserves at least a true friend and I hope that is what I am to him.

The main character said this ‘So, this is my life. And I want you to know that I am both happy and sad and I'm still trying to figure out how that could be.’ Honestly, I am really glad to have everything that I possess now. Loving and supporting family, brilliant friends, not having to worry about financial constrains and being a medical student- what more to ask for?  Certain aspect of my life is filled with perplexity which I suppose requires time to set things straight. It is not going to be a walk in the park but I know I have to have them sorted out. Hopefully, the day when I can proudly tell the world that I am off the hook will come really soon.

One of my favorite quote from the movie is ‘we accept the love we think we deserve.’  For now, thank you all for all the love and support. For those that I once love or once loved me, thanks. Maybe it’s sad that these are now memories. And maybe it’s not sad. ‘All that we go through will all be stories some day, but right now we are alive, and in this moment I swear we are infinite!’ Fighting guys!

Ps: I hope that everything will go well for you mr murphy and I know u deserve someone better! Looking forward to our next meeting! By then I hope you will be sharing happy news with me with that attractive accent of you. Have always looked up to you since year 2, stay strong and blessed be my friend. 

                                

1 comment:

simlez said...

Last time I also outcast. :( Havent watched yet. sad. maybe this coming holiday! :D