November 7, 2005
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When you think of having a day off of work, the first thing that normally comes into ones mind is "woohoo, vegging day!" Or at least, that's what I too often find myself thinking. But how I have spent this morning, compared with my other mornings off from work, has got me to thinking.
I have spent the last hour or so on a housecleaning campaign with Mom. We tore our living room apart and then, with much enjoyment, we put it all back together. And what was the result? Not only a clean room, but a satisfaction in what we had accomplished, and a pure pleasure in looking at the work of our hands. And also, just the fun time of going at it together.
But now, take my day off from work last week. What did I do? I asked myself that question that night as I was closing shop for the day. What had I done all day? And for the life of me, I couldn't think of one thing that I had done during my whole day at home. I had laid around, read a little bit, hung around some more...that was about it. What did I have to show for it? Nothing, not a single solitary thing.
It's got me to thinking and evaluating myself and my habits. Everyone has heard the whole "Go to the ant, thou sluggard, consider her ways and be wise." I think of the ants that I was watching the other night on the floor of our house. The little black critters were working non-stop. Now, I have in previous days considered the ant, and I have honestly found nothing desirable in following her example. It sounded just like a wearisome, exhausting, and boring way of life. What fun could there be in a day filled with work?
But now...upon comparison of my two days, each spent in their own way, which one have I come away the most with? So many times, I've shirked having to do work...but when it comes down to actually doing it, I find myself loving it, because of just the joy of being busy and knowing things are getting productively accomplished. When it comes down to it, I really do enjoy working and being busy. It has it's own unique pleasure and reward, and they are so much more wonderful than the "rewards" of having done nothing. I just need to remind myself of that more often!
There is fun in work, really. It's a different kind of fun, and one that last longer and gives one the satisfaction and pride of a job well done.
Comments (6)
This is true... it took me awhile to figure that out. Whenever I had a ton of work to do, there was never enough time for fun. BUT when you only have time for fun, its not fun! wow that sounds funny... anywho enjoy your day off working... I mean... your day OFF, doing work. (whatever) if you ever need time to fly, try reformating debate evidence cards, it made five hours of my day disappear. (or you could just do the evidence cards in the right format the first time)
I totally agree. I thoroughly enjoy housecleaning. (Except perhaps for dusting. So tedious.) Call me crazy, but I don't even like sleeping in much past 7:00 on Saturdays because I have a whole day ahead of me to conquer!!
P.S. Nice face lift. Er, site lift......whatever.
Hey my leetle friend! Greetings from the place where everything's BIGGER - Texas! I miss thee. I pray that you are doing well. Sounds like some wisdom was attained this week - cool!
So...I must go dry my hair, as Mrs. P. and I are going to do some "touristy stuff" .
Much love to all,
Suz
good stuff. I would have to agree. Although, every once in a while it's nice to do nothing.
So, thats a cute pic.
Awesome, Kel. God's been challenging me along the same lines lately. A totally different way of thinking from our younger years, eh?
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