I like strawberry jam because I like strawberry jam

Sometimes, I will see someone and have this inner urge that I want to know this person better than this first appearance. It is not a crush. It is not a love. It is a general curiosity that peaks to a new level.

I don't think too hard as to why this occurs with A and not with B. I am a firm believer in the initial emotional reaction. These days, we think too much. If I give you five minutes to explain why you like strawberry jam, you will give me a rationalized list. If I give you 10 minutes, you will give me a longer list of reasons. Yet, the truth is: You like strawberry jam b/c you just like it.  The first reaction is emotional, innate, and pure.  The secondary rationale is just that--secondary. An afterthought to explain the unexplainable as to why you like it.  I think this has to do with the general functioning of society today where we are uncomfortable with the unknown and inexplicable. Let's be comfortable in our skins.

I like strawberry jam because I like strawberry jam. Done.

Returning to the initial point: I meet people and feel that I want to know more. Sometimes, I will go out of my way. Generally, I will get an opportunity and take advantage of the moment. Force myself into their lives. Cause battleships to converge. And then, having succeeded, let each run its course.  Yet, I will have accomplished my goal. I grew with an interaction. I added that additional person into my life. I am forever changed.

I may not remember you but I will always remember you. You are a means to the person I am. I grew and am different than I was before. Thank you for contributing.