Mauve Matter

 Sending out communications is a simple action. Rather that be nonverbal, verbal, written or some sort of meme. The thought of not being able to communicate seems like something out of the Twilight Zone,  a swirling display of mental calamity of not being able to express one's self.  So why is it so hard for some of us to convey a very simple feeling? One that sadly most say they've never experienced. One that if not reciprocated can leave a being distraught.  It's given to most of us before we even enter this world, yet along the journey of life we lose it so often.  How can something that's not tangible be so valuable? Valuable enough to rival time itself. We can only wish that all of mankind could be privileged to not only receive these letters but pass them along as well.  No postage needed for these 4 letters  L o v e. 

 The thought of waiting more than 30 seconds for anything nowadays seems to drive the modern human insane. People want think instantly and if you can't produce it they'll nag helplessly as if it can be conjured up from nothing.  What's the cause of this? Is it the portable computers that are carried around? The on demand services? Maybe it's the "fast food". Humans are extremely impatient now and it doesn't seem to be an end coming soon.  The world revolves just like that glass plate in a microwave and we the people staring at it through the window waiting anxiously for the next "ding". 

     Most of us by the age of 18 have a piece of plastic we carry on us. Its not made by a contraceptive company, but by financial corporations. This piece of plastic is the cause of hardships for millions of individuals. We are taught, urged and conditioned to believe we need one..or two...or three of these pieces of plastic. At an astounding 3.375 in x 2.125 in it has the ability to destroy homes, reputations, and lives. By now you probably have a clue to what i am referring to, yup... its the credit card.      I received my first credit card at 19 out of curiosity. You know just to see what it would be like. My parents had always advised me to not get one.. I now see why. I luckily dont have any CC debt but millions of Americans do. The main issue isn't necessarily the card itself, but the hidden fees and insane interest rates. it may not seem like much but 18% is a lot and adds up fast if you dont pay off your balance. Thats the trick. Co...