signs.

i remember, when i was studying literature, to discuss symbols. meaning, something that was into the narrative with the purpose of making the future present. a sign, a premonition, a forewarning. and i can't help wondering about it. we take something - an object, an action - as a warning of what lies ahead. but what if that sign forces things to happen? i mean, believing in signs would imply that the future is determined already, so we would see the sign, we might become aware of its meaning and of future consequences, and yet we are powerless to change the course. what if it is the fact that we understand the meaning that makes what we fear become true?

(might continue, as i feel that i'm not explaining myself as i wanted to).