Summary

The provided text is a personal reflection piece that contrasts the author's beliefs from 1992 with their current views in 2020.

Abstract

"When I Knew it All" is an introspective article that captures the evolution of the author's personal beliefs over two distinct periods in their life. In 1992, the author held a variety of idiosyncratic convictions, ranging from the philosophical, such as the power of memories and the existence of destiny, to the humorous, like the idea that ATMs are the root of all evil. The author also expressed opinions on societal issues, including the importance of fulfilling sexual fantasies and the belief in a sixth sense. Fast forward to 2020, the author revisits these beliefs with a more mature perspective, reflecting on changes in technology, society, and personal experiences. The author's current stance shows a shift in understanding the complexities of life, the role of fate versus character, and the impact of social media. While some beliefs have softened or changed, others have solidified, such as the importance of tipping well and the existence of life after death. The author also acknowledges the irrelevance of blame in marriage and the necessity of accepting reality.

Opinions

In 1992, the author believed in the power of individual choice in life circumstances, the inauthenticity of lemon-scented products, and the evil nature of ATMs.
The author held a belief in the attractiveness of individuals after consuming alcohol, the finality of Elvis Presley's death, the significance of memories, and the exploration of sexual fantasies.
The author's 1992 beliefs included the idea that Cindy Crawford should be harmed, that Hitler was the devil, the convenience of remote controls, and the specific operating hours of leaf blowers.
The author believed in the subjective nature of beauty, the truth about Bill Clinton's drug use, the existence of a sixth sense, and the concept of destiny.
By 2020, the author's views on fate, character, and the affordability of luxury items like lemon-scented products had evolved.
The author now perceives ATMs as a minor issue compared to larger societal problems and acknowledges Michael Jackson's controversies.
The author has developed a belief in the irrelevance of others' opinions and has a more nuanced view of historical figures like Hitler, considering the impact of social dynamics.
The author no longer blushes at the mention of sexual fantasies and believes in the importance of personal boundaries and the selective nature of memory.
The author's current beliefs emphasize the necessity of action over appearance, the irrelevance of political figures like Bill Clinton, and the confirmation of a sixth sense.
The author now views destiny as an illusion, advocates for the importance of pillows, and criticizes the anonymity-induced barbarism on the internet.
The author reflects on the complexity of blame in relationships, the importance of accepting reality, and the challenges of marriage regardless of the era.
The author values the significance of dinner, the occasional enjoyment of wine

When I Knew it All

A list of my what I want you to know about me.

1992 I believe speech…

I believe we choose where we are in life.

I believe nothing should be lemon-scented.

I believe ATM’s are the root of all evil.

I believe anyone looks attractive after 8 beers.

I believe Elvis is dead.

I believe in memories.

I believe everyone should fulfill as many sexual fantasies as possible.

I believe Cindy Crawford should be shot and killed.

I believe Hitler was the devil.

I believe in remote controls.

I believe leaf blowers only work on Sundays before 10:00 am.

I believe we are as beautiful as we feel.

I believe raisins taste exactly how they look.

I believe Bill Clinton did inhale.

I believe there is a sixth sense.

I believe in destiny.

I believe in taking a pillow to the beach.

I believe Michael Jackson can do whatever he wants with his face.

I believe that blame is irrelevant.

I believe people walk through life never knowing their surroundings.

I believe marriage is not hopeless in the ’90s, just harder.

I believe in wine without dinner.

I believe what comes around goes around.

I believe everyone deserves the time of day.

I believe fleas are immortal.

I believe in tipping well.

I believe in life after death.

I believe people who have too many secrets go through life misunderstood.

I believe menstruation is a cruel joke form God.

I believe in order over freedom but never over equality.

2020 where I am now

I believe fate and character are one and the same.

I believe I am lucky to be able to afford lemon- scented anything.

I believe ATM’s are the last of our problems.

I believe Michael Jackson was a child molester.

I believe anyone looks attractive after they bought my meal, made me laugh, and bought me eight beers.

I believe Elvis dead but he did not die from a jelly do-nut overdose like my mother once told me.

I believe I have a photographic, autistic memory that irritates all boyfriends, marriages, and all friends.

I no longer blush at the idea of sexual fantasies.

I believe what you think of me is none of my business.

I think we should leave Cindy alone, plus her husband is a babe.

I believe Hitler was the devil and an antecedent of how social groups react under fear and pressures given my knowledge of groupthink.

I believe I totally did not foresee expansion and technology.

I believe if I knew social media would be created, I would have worn more clothes in high school.

I believe we are as beautiful as we ACT.

I REALLY DON’T CARE ABOUT BILL or his WIFE.

I KNOW there is a sixth sense.

I believe destiny is an illusion.

Pillows are necessary everywhere.

I believe people hide behind their keyboards and act barbaric.

I believe the blame is irrelevant unless you are married. Then it is solid truth.

I believe people walk through to accept the reality that they are given, regardless of the truth.

I believe marriage is always harder regardless of the time in history.

I believe in dinner. But wine is good if you don’t have it every day.

I know what comes around goes around.

I believe to try to be of service at all times.

I believe fleas are immortal in arid climates.

I believe the morning doesn’t always save us.

I know there is a higher power.

I know nothing lasts forever except love.

I believe there are informalities that are really just wasted time that would be better spent truly learning about each other.

I STILL BELIEVE IN TIPPING WELL IN ALL CASH!

I know there is an afterlife. I have experienced it in many occasions that are undeniable.

I believe in order over freedom but never over equality.

I believe that hysterectomies can be the root of all happiness.