I was taking a brisk walk in my neighborhood. I looked back, as I often do, and saw a man being pulled by two pit bulls. He was talking sort of loud so I assumed he was giving his pets commands. I picked up my pace in hopes of them veering off the path before I had to turn around and walk towards them. Of course, they were right there headed my way. I decided to just let them have the sidewalk. I jumped in the street and kept my swift strides. OK, I was scared for a reason. I was once circled by pit bulls while taking a walk one morning. All of those memories came rushing back.
The closer they got to me, the more nervous I became. Finally we were “Dress Right Dress” to each other. That’s parallel…to you civilians. The man said, “Hi, there”, and then continues his cell phone conversation. Then I focused and looked down at the objects moving at his feet. I heard, “Hello”. I burst out laughing. What I thought was a man being pulled by his pit bulls was in fact a father holding on to a strap, connected to his son’s tricycle. All that adrenaline for nothing.
Someone please help me find my glasses. Seriously, after I calmed down I was reminded that this is how I handle so many other situations that enter my life. I see or hear something. By just taking a glance, I size it up. Although I wouldn't have the pertinent information I start to panic or get too excited. I find all sorts of reasons why I can’t do it. When in all actuality, I am making some important decisions on mirages. And, this my dear, results in a lot of mistakes, unfulfilled goals and plenty of regret.
The moral of this blog is 1) Always keep up with your eyeglasses 2) Get all the facts before making a decision 3) There is nothing to fear but fear itself (Ummmm, I think we need to add-God and seafood-I'm allergic).
In all things pray and seek the Lord. Allow Him to help you make decisions-not Kooley! These are just my thoughts, opinion and experiences.
