Etymology: Don Quixote - From English Quixote, a visionary, after Don Quixote, hero of a romance by Miguel de Cervantes.
Not sensible about practical matters; idealistic and unrealistic; "as quixotic as a restoration of medieval knighthood"; "a romantic disregard for money"; "a wild-eyed dream of a world state"
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Once many years ago someone referred to me as quixotic. I had no idea what it meant and was taken aback because of the smirk that went along with it. As soon as the opportunity made itself available, I looked it up. It was true, and is true, I am quixotic. Not only did the definition fit me, but I love the word itself. It's an awesome blend of letters.
However, I wouldn't say I'm not sensible. You really can't get much by me. I'm pretty street smart and have an acute sixth sense. I can pick up on quite a bit by people's body language and behavior and I'm usually right on target. It baffles me that there aren't more people out there who want to live life by -
The Golden Rule - Do unto others as you would want them to do unto you.
Why is that so hard?!? It makes perfect sense to me.