I've been thinking about it for a while now, and I have come to the conclusion that it's time for me to put Star Wars to bed. I've spent 29 years of my life watching, collecting and talking about Star Wars - with really nothing to show for it.
I'm sure I will end up buying the DVD's in September in spite of myself, but I think I need to spend more time on the things that really matter instead of devoting so much time to a largely unrewarding allegiance to a fictional film series.
I loved the films when I was a kid, but I'm not a kid anymore so there really is no point. I don't get excited about Star Wars anymore, and am left with a bittersweet taste in my mouth when I think about Star Wars.
At any rate, I have a new Jedi coming into the world in the next month and perhaps someday will relive the youthful excitement that Star Wars gave me through my children, but for now, goodbye.
Thanks everyone for the good times and good conversation. I wish you all the best of luck in your future endeavours.
Cheers,
Cassidy