Today I thought of a question everyone should ask themselves -
"What if I'm wrong?"
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I still have to make the final decision on a new prescription plan for my parents, as theirs expires at the end of the year. This was hard enough to do without a fever, cough and headache.
One of the eight mouse traps was sprung this morning. It looked like we had our guy, but he seems to have pried the trap off as he made his way into a stove burner. Much less awful offal today, which I find to be meaningful.
While The Husband God Gave Me is out of town (seminars in a mansion), I was hoping to get this place in shape. So far I have found that I can carry three arm loads of 'treasure' up the stairs before collapsing into a heap to bark like a seal. Really. I thought of also trying to bounce a big red ball on my nose.
I finished reading Anna Quindlan's "One True Thing". As is my habit, I dog eared the page which contained that phrase. I found it to be thought provoking reading.
Speaking of dogs... Niki had an episode of seizures again today. She seems more confused by them than in any sort of pain. But, she's fine right now.
My phone is ringing like mad today. I never seem to have it on the floor where I am, which means when it rings I have to run for it, and when I get to it, I'm too out of breath to talk.
Did you know that all computer screens flash constantly? Only those suffering from headaches realize this. The thingy that my connection from Comcast comes into flashes green lights nonstop. This is annoying. So is how often the TV screen flashes.
Tonight I think I will put in a Christmas movie. That is, if I can figure out how to connect either the VCR or the DVD player. If not, I will just imagine that I am watching "Holiday Inn" or "White Christmas" as I have seen them so many times that I know them by heart. And that way, there will be no flashing lights.
Tomorrow, I want to feel better.
My wish for you is that you will not have to choose a prescription plan for your parents; you will not have a cough, headache or fever; that terrorist mice will not invade your home; your beloved pet will not have seizures; all the books you read will be thought provoking; flashing lights will not bother you; and that you have wonderful family members who will bring you pizza in a box in your hour of need.
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What If I'm wrong?- That's my favorite question as a law student!
The bad part is in hypotheticals of pretending you're a lawyer, the answers to what if I'm wrong get really scary! But they are a good motivation to keep up with the school work... don't want to chance ruining anyone's life because I didn't pay attention that one time in class.
BUT, as a wise man is always telling me (one of my favorite pastors).. Do what you can and can the rest!.. I like imagining putting all the junk overachievers find time to do in a nice Ball jar in a cellar somewhere. The church I'm going to now has another saying.. about Christian growth and growth as a person in general... Do what you know and you'll know what to do. (as in if you spend the time in Bible and prayer you'll be convicted/ learn of your next steps in the Christian walk, take it a step at a time) I do think that is sane advice in every day life though... Get started on what you know will help and you'll soon figure out what else you can do to remedy the situation.
What if I'm wrong? - If I take things one step at a time and concentrate on making that step the best I can make it... there is less chance for royally screwing up.... and if I do I'll put what could have been in the cellar with the spiders and be glad I learned from the situation.
- Daughter in Law and Oldest son's friend -Megan
Very good insight, Megan.
I lead a very simple, yet cluttered life. Sometimes I find myself so sure of something that I have taken for granted my entire life. 'What if I'm wrong?' helps me get my equalibrium back. Especially in a world where so many people seem to want to scream and yell about how right they are.
I'm not so sure, and am not afraid to ask the question.
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