Hearts Faster Than Light
As 2023 comes to a close...
Looking back on this year, I've seen so much change for me, and this project. With all the forces at play in my life right now, I'm reminded of some of the reasons I began writing Hearts Faster Than Light, and if you'll indulge me, I'd like to reflect on it a little bit with you all.
There are times when I have felt lost, where it feels like the world is against me. Times in my life where I have left everything behind to carve out a future for myself. In times like these, just like our hero, Dawn, I am guided by the people in my life who truly care for me. If I have any chance at a future, if I want to hold on to hope, the love and care of friends, chosen family, and all the kind people who move through my life is where I will find it.
But people aren't always who you think they are. No matter how close you feel to someone, you will never know them in their totality. When people change, or show me a side of themselves I never saw, I would realize how untethered I am in this life. I would see how delicate this life was that I built, as it buckles and breaks around me.
I would ask myself, did I leave behind old problems, only to find new ones? Have I stepped sideways into a life without hope, just with a change of scenery? But I always press onward and held onto a vision of a happy future for myself. I held onto the people I love, even as they change and show me new and sometimes frightening sides of themselves, because again, that love is where my hope lies.
I know that at times life will let me down. I will be hurt, hell, I know I will mess up with the people I care about. But my faith in love will never wane. I know that no matter how far or hard I fall, someone will be there to pick me up again.
So when I look ahead to 2024, and I think about where this hope, this faith in love has got me, I am reminded of Hearts Faster Than Light, and how I hope to share these feelings with you through my art. If you are afraid of what the future holds for you, I'm asking you to please, listen to your heart, and follow it with all your strength.
It may feel impossible, it may feel like its not nearly enough, but it's what we got.
From my heart to yours, across space and time, I wish for you to find happiness in 2024. <3
(also look forward to the next chapter in the first week of the new year :3 )
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Poetic beyond measure. Never has a story truly resonated with me as much as yours has. It was a pleasure reading your project and learning about you in 2023. The future, at times, is uncertain and dark, but never too has it seemed so bright. For as long as our hearts beat faster than the light, they shall never know the embrace of the darkest night.
May your heart shine brighter than ever in this new year.
Hahahaha! sweet kazoo boy, you are always so goofy even when you are being genuine, <3 thanks for being a friend.
This is so powerful and moving, and your emotions are palpable! I wish you peace, love, and happiness from across the universe as well! Happy 2024 and I can't wait for more!
happy my feelings could reach you even without any psionic technology, lol! I'll continue to work hard to bring everyone the rest of HFTL
Your reflections are incredibly moving and heartfelt. Life's twists and turns often lead us down unexpected paths, yet your unwavering belief in the power of love and hope shines through. It's remarkable how you channel these emotions into "Hearts Faster Than Light." Your courage to share your journey through your art is inspiring.
Through your words, you're reaching out across the vastness of experiences, reminding us all to listen to our hearts and cling onto hope even in the face of uncertainty. Your openness about the complexities of human connections is a testament to your resilience and empathy.
As you step into 2024, may your art continue to echo the sincerity of your emotions and touch many hearts. And remember, amidst any challenges, your message of love and hope resonates strongly. Here's to a year filled with happiness, growth, and the unwavering support of those who care about you. Cheers to the upcoming chapter and the beautiful journey ahead! 🌟
Sincerely Ray🖤🔥
Thanks for the well wishes <3
That was beautiful Arcadia. I don't have the words or elegance within them to justify how much I resonated with all that was said here, but what I can say is thank you. Thank you for being here, living your life and enjoying what you do. Stay safe out there and have a wonderful Happy New Year :)
I'm glad it resonated with u uwu. Happy new year!! :3