This week I am Saturday Swiggin’ it up in Charlotte! I arrived bright and early on Thursday morning. I had some time to wander about. Toyota’s TWIN NASCAR Immersion Experience started with dinner on Thursday evening, followed up by two full days of all things Toyota and NASCAR related. The schedule was pretty packed, but there were a few hours on Friday that we had time to explore on our own. I took that opportunity to recuperate with a quick stop at the Lobby Lounge in the Ritz Carlton Charlotte.
I ordered the drink at the top of the cocktail menu - something they call “Eco-Centric.” It’s organic vodka with strawberries and grapes topped with bubbles. It wasn’t as sweet as I thought it would be, but it was still delicious. The bartender was kind enough to supply some snacks, and I sat down by the fireplace to take it all in.
I’m beginning to embrace my introverted side more and more.
For a very long time, it made me uncomfortable to be a loner, but I am learning to look at it differently. Ryan made a good point - it’s independence rather than loneliness. I’m doing what I want to do whether or not other people join me. While it would be nice to have the company, not having it shouldn’t deter me from doing the things I’m inclined to or want to.
It doesn’t mean I’m doing everything since I do enjoy the company of others, but I hesitate less on going solo. Life’s been more interesting/fun that way.
