Life is imperfect. Participate anyway.
January 5, 2008
By Kris Kolk
I love visiting historical homes, but I could learn more by seeing the homes as they were being used. During daily life, wooden floors probably weren’t polished and there were no red ropes keeping people out of rooms.
Instead of viewing a still life shot (in real life), I would rather see what’s cooking in the kitchen and what’s hanging on the line out back. The residents were messy, unpredictable and inefficient, just like we are today. Dressing up their lives portrays a false image.
We do not have to be ready-for-show to do what we love. If we wait for conditions to be perfect before embarking on a project or fulfilling a dream, it will never happen.
We will never have enough money, time or the approval from others. So what? We are allowed to play, even if we don’t “perform” flawlessly.
Don’t listen to those promoting insecurities. Ultimately, in the very end, we are judged by our hearts, not by the orderliness of our lives. What a relief.
Perfection is not the goal. You don’t get recognition for being perfect and it is incredibly dull. Celebrate your individuality and get on with your passions.
Copyright 2008 Neighbors About Town