It was an unexplainable weekend, but I'll try

Ask anyone who attended the inaugural Rothbury Music Festival and they will all say the same thing; it was a life changing experience.

I'm not too sure if I'm going to be able to conjure the words and metaphors needed to tell of what I learned and figured out while I was in Rothbury.

There has been a new peace created within me toward myself and others in this world, a new hope has been embedded in me towards society and this country, an open mind antagonizes me if ever it starts closing and becoming judgmental, a new love has formed for everything. My world is seen through new, better eyes now.

Look at me now and I appear to be what most would classify as somewhat of a hippie. That's fine with me! :) I am who I am now, and thanks to that weekend I no longer feel like I need to change my mindset or actions depending on the group of friends I choose to hang out with. I found the peace within me that has finally settled any doubt in my mind as to who I am as a person. I am a great person and it makes me smile that those are no longer just my words. Since I have been home I have been told at least five or six times, all of which constituting many others, that pretty much everyone likes me for who I am. I may be wrong but I like to think that it sprouts from the vibe of confidence I've gained in the journey leading up to my self discovery. However you want to put it is fine with me, I just love the way I no longer question my thoughts or actions. I know they are causing no harm to anyone so they are nothing to be ashamed of or worth doubting. People who were there know what I'm saying and know others have accepted us all too.

Rothbury was a great escape from all the complaints and uproars about the troubles and problems in this country's economy, society, and politics. After experiencing this past weekend, there is absolutely no doubt that this is the greatest country on earth. Over the past 232 years we have gradually lost the values our fore fathers laid down as the foundation of this country. Rothbury was a great resurgence for the belief that this is actually a country founded for the people and citizens that live within it.
Authority figures have earned my respect again. They have proven to me that they are here for the protection and overall well being of our society and those who live in it. We were free in Rothbury in almost every way. What you want me to be talking about is completely up to you; I know you'll probably be right no matter what you choose. All it took was a somewhat vigorous search upon entry to look for weapons to keep everyone safe. The fact that authority figures let, what I'm now going to call the 'Citizens of Rothbury', do anything the wanted was such an ingenious way to keep the peace.
If you're not causing any harm to those around you and have no one to oppose and create rebellion to your actions how can any violence be created? If no one is telling you that what you're thinking or doing is wrong then you're not going to create any negative or revolting thoughts and actions to try and make your way heard, been seen, or accepted. You know you're at peace with yourself and aren't going to do anything stupid or harmful and thats all the matters because everyone else there is in the same mindset.
Point is, by letting the citizens of Rothbury do whatever they please within a controlled, sustained environment nothing is going to get out of hand. Ever. The citizens of Rothbury want just as much as the rest of the world not to have any uproar or violence. Everyone stands up for what they believe in at some point in time. Too many together can create a mob mentality to try and force their mindset upon others, but since everyone knew that we were all okay with each others thoughts and actions, and because we knew authority was alright with it too, there was never any need to be anything other than at peace with everyone and yourself.

Even though the definition of an 'Epiphany' is a moment of clarity in which God speaks to you and I lack any better words, and epiphany is exactly what I had. My mind is open and free to listen to so many new types of music, listen to different people's points of view, and accept almost anyone that doesn't cause any harm. Nor am I going to care what people think about my thoughts and actions. I know they are all acceptable and once again I know that none of them are going to cause anyone else any harm. I'm here to smile and spread the joy of inner peace and the power of happiness.

I'm going to sing the songs I know, dance to the music that moves me, say the thoughts that make sense to me or make me laugh :), and not wear a shirt while I'm in the sun!

I can really say that this weekend changed me. I'm happier with who I am and my appearance. I have a new found desires to take care of my body by working out and eating a little better (though so far I'm better at the former) and constantly keeping myself in a good mood. Smiles are contagious and provoke positive thoughts. Positive thoughts are believed by millions to be the secret to a happy life. It's called the 'Law of Attraction.' And while I can't say I completely agree with that 'Law' being 'The Secret' to life, that doesn't mean I'm going to do anything but try and keep a smile on myself and those around me.