Sometimes we have to sacrifice good activities for better ones. As I have lived here in Sweden for almost 7 years now, I finally take time to look back and can see all my senseless idleness of getting caught up in a weekly rhythm of work, responsibilities and chores.
Sometimes we have to sacrifice good activities for better ones. Unfortunately, on our list of most important tasks, all too often does family come too far down. Friends and relatives may not even be on the map.
A small and meager dinner made together is far more pleasing then a balanced perfect meal made by one.
A trip to the market is more pleasing when the family works on going together. The shopping can become the secondary objective, leaving way for interesting discussions amongst family members about family choices, needs and preferences.
It is many times one does things by ones own ambition, because it is faster and will go smoother then having to involve a family member or friend. But how many hours does one waste being away from each other. And how many times, does one feel worn down because one choose to do it alone. Some even choose to do all alone. Why rob oneself from helpful company, and why steal the joy from another when they are not allowed to feel capable and helpful.
Patience is times best friend. Patience lets us do more things with other people. Patience gives us more time spent in company of people we care about. Patience takes stress out of our lives and sooths our emotions. We seem to have more time, be able to fit more good things into our daily schedules and create closer relations with people around us if we have patience in our lives.
Sometimes we have to sacrifice good activities for betters ones. Bring the ones you love on board to share your 'burdens' and chores. It will bless and strengthen all involved.
This will take work and getting used to, but the rewards in the return of time and togetherness will be worth it. I promise to you!
Jeffrey, Duncan, Anïas, Illïus och Xavier. Nyköping Carnival, Sweden -August 2011.
