Naval Gazing

SUCCESS:
At age 4 success is ... . not peeing in your pants.
At age 12 success is . . . having friends.
At age 16 success is . . . having a drivers license.
At age 20 success is.......going all the way.
At age 35 success is . . ..having money.
At age 50 success is . . . having money.
At age 60 success is . . . going all the way.
At age 70 success is . . ..having a drivers license.
At age 75 success is . . . having friends.
At age 80 success is . ... not peeing in your pants.

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD , "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Jer 29:11

I have a little nagging thought this morning.  I was with a family member last night, family going through some hard times.  Some fracturing in the family.  Many in the family trying to deal with it head on, some trying to approach at a side angle.  Which is correct?  Maybe my other side of the family tendency all along, to not talk about everything, sometimes don't say anything...is that correct?  Why do I always feel the need to tell my feelings, side, perspective...maybe I should just shut up and listen.  Once something is said, can't be unsaid.  Where did this come from in me?  How do I admire and accept unconditional love if I don't have that as a value too?  Maybe it is some part of my desire to avoid conflict.  Do I walk away too easily...Self actualization starting here?  Maybe this is something I need to delve into...hmmmmmm.  Deep thoughts for Friday the 13th.  OK.  I am done thinking for today.  Hope you have a great Friday!