Not a Melanie...

I grew up being called Melanie occasionally.
I didn't mind usually.
The effort it took to correct people seemed insignificant, under the circumstances. It wasn't as if they were saying something really off the wall like Minnie or something.
It bothers my friends though, Jen's corrected people rather heatedly that its "MEL-ODY."
Mostly I think I didn't mind because of Melanie from 'Gone with the Wind'.
I remember watching it for the first time with my mom, and thinking, "I want to be like Melanie."
And I really did.

She was so likeable, gentle-almost timid, very kind, and loyal.
But I'm not like Melanie.
I've realized that lately with everything I've had to deal with.
I'm a Scarlett.

People might balk at the comparison, because in the movie she's protrayed as a little selfish, somewhat immature; But really she's just misunderstood. She's strong-willed, hard-headed, and has this amazing tenacity and resolve.
I'm reminded of this line when she's had to deal with so many trials and heartache, she's about to her breaking point.
She says, "I can't think about that right now. If I do, I'll go crazy. I'll think about that tomorrow."

One step at a time. I know I can do this, but there isn't a reason to dwell on it now.
I like that.
Her ending might not be as sweet as Melanie's character gets, but you know that even after the credits roll she will continue on.
Maybe it isn't so bad to be a Scarlett.
 \m/