Conversations

I have a good friend down the street that I love to talk to. We talk about books, kids, parenting, whatever, and we keep the conversation going for hours, literally. Even though I head home feeling full and inspired, I also feel guilty. No one should suck up as much time as I do. I’ve really got to work on that…

Lately the topic we keep coming back to is religion and since she is a faithful Christian we have a lot in common, but then we also differ. I love diversity. Would I really like to have a whole bunch of “me” running around? No way, too much competition and chatter. I already feel the headache coming on!

I prefer to learn about other viewpoints, cultures, beliefs, ideas. It’s what fuels my own personal growth and what stimulates those quiet moments of meditation that cement and fortify my own passion and testimony. Plus, having the opportunity to share the “real” me…it’s pretty much priceless.

How much do I appreciate having someone not only willing to listen without prejudice, but also share so much of herself?

More than I could write and I use A LOT of words!

So thank you for the marathon Saturday night. As a result, church this morning was a pretty darn good follow-up!