Common Sense

Have you ever noticed that "common sense" is not all that common at times? Early in my life while I was growing up on the family farm, I was taught the importance of finding a solution when a problem arose.

My problem was (and still is at times) I wanted to find solutions fast! And I wanted to implement those solutions just as speedily, so that I could move on to new things. It didn't take long to realize that those speedy "solutions" would often cause more problems...& cause delays in arriving at the point where a viable solution was implemented.

My dad and grandpa, who farmed together, and with whom I was working regularly, both had "pearls of wisdom" that they shared during these times. And they shared them over and over until they became a part of my belief system.

At first these sayings were annoying...until I realized how much truth could be found in them. As it turns out, many "truisms" are actually....true, such as, "Haste makes for waste", "The little foxes spoil the vines", "Any job worth doing is worth doing well". And the list goes on...

One thing is certain. If we do things right the first time, it's typically easier than having to do them over. And it saves time in the long run!

We have, in the WA community, the training, ongoing support and help from our friends around the world, that enables us to work at our own pace -- and get things done the right way. I just have to remind myself of those old sayings I learned as a young boy on the farm. As it turns out, those pearls of wisdom provide common sense counsel, even today.

Thanks for reading my blog, and commenting if you see fit.

Warmly,

Terry (Ole Hippie Chaplain)