CORRECT
ME IF I’M WRONG!
March 13, 2015
I Rest My Case
We
are buried in a wayward society that only partially understands and appreciates
what has been given them. Each time I write this article, it reflects what I
perceive in my world and the elements around it. For some, it is easy to get
lost in the bustle of going nowhere. There are so many negatives in life that
the great things sometimes get shadowed or overlooked.
My
schedule is such that it is rare that my day doesn't include many hours of
multitasking between the different projects that are on the go. When I do take
a day off, Rena pert near has to duct tape me to my lounge chair to keep me from
'tinkering' in the shop. I guess that is part and parcel of having ADHD.
So
what does all this have to do with the scurry of thoughts through the space
between my ears? Well... as I look back over the years, there have been
irretrievable moments that are deeply missed. But as I sit contemplating my
next book, many scenarios about the 'what ifs' gives me volumes of manipulative
data to build on.
It
is said that many people think outside the box, which confuses me. What box? As
a writer, drifting into another world gives me an appreciation of all that has
been in my real world. Including the bad from which there has been lesson. It
would be much appreciated though, that the 'lessons' be reduced now.
If
I arrange a sentence in a certain way it can be interpreted in many ways and
sometimes not as intended. In life, I may do something and be interpreted pro
or con. So, in our world, the negative may just be a misinterpretation. Now,
being married four times and divorced three, I can honestly say without a doubt
my theory is based on that nasty word.
In the heat of an argument, rational
thinking takes flight and swords are crossed in haste. Confused pride takes
over and the result is my sore back from sleeping on the couch. Most marital
arguments need both parties to be stupid at the same time, so a day or two of
cool down is a practical solution to allow our brains to regroup. With Rena and
I, we are blessed with a great loving relationship that have arguments that
last only seconds. Our ADD and ADHD provides us with a buffer. We either forget
what we are arguing about or we lose interest.
One
of the largest negatives is when a son or daughter has been misled by
manipulation of accusations. There is no winner or boost able success. Over and
over the friction caused to the child is a selfish tool by the responsible
parent. In a divorce where children are involved, a parental battle only hurts
the child. There is no prize for being an idiot.
So
what is my point? If we speak, think first. If we act, use discretion. If we
make a mistake, admit it… then RUN really fast!
In
all seriousness, why don't we just shut up and use sign language.
Bryce
A Baker
www.bryceabaker.com
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