December 16, 2007

  • Have you fallen in love with a stranger? Actually, the more appropriate question is, could you possibly fall in love with a stranger? Someone on the train or a stranger you see across a crowded room. Or perhaps a stranger sitting across from you at the library. Someone who you've never even spoken to or who doesn't even notice that you existed.

    I've heard of stories where people fell in love with each other at first sight, got married and lived happily ever after.

    But then on the other hand, people say that in love and romance, you often have glamorous fantasies that have little to do with reality. Your imagination can run wild at this time. You get carried away with fantasy, fiction, and metaphysical musing.

    So the question is: Can you really fall in love with a stranger or is it just an illusion? Is it self-deception and you're just projecting your romantic fantasies, dreams and ideals onto someone who's unresponsive and can't reject you, a "perfect" stranger? A perfect stranger, a perfect romance or a perfect illusion? Tough question. Although I find the idea strangely very endearing and romantic, I think I'll just stick to the routine hello-nice to meet you-lets go get coffee-let's get to know each other better-let's fall in love type of romance. But anything is possible! Good night!