"How long did it take me to get to where I am?" The question was rhetorical. To say my father is a smart man is an understatement. To say that he is a hard worker is an even bigger understatement. Repressed frustrations regarding my unemployment have resurfaced. I know I have worked hard. Like the rest of the world, especially my generation, I am waiting for the pay out. Discussing this with my family my father did a parenting tactic that I have grown to be familiar with. Asking me something knowing very well I not only know the answer but I understand where he is coming from and where he is going with the conversation. Meaning: In due time things will fall into place. It reminded me that 'patience is a virtue'. Do you know what is not a virtue? Wrath! To be in an uncontrollable situation evokes anger, frustration, and impatience. It's as though the further I go the more weary my strength becomes, the easier it becomes to feel anguish. I guess that is the point isn't it? Life isn't easy. To remain patient is not a simple feat. And though the anger and frustration is normal, it will pass...eventually.
Patience: the state of endurance under difficult circumstances, which can mean persevering in the face of delay or provocation without acting on annoyance/anger in a negative way; or exhibiting forbearance when under strain, especially when faced with longer-term difficulties.
Great post. These days I think the humanity has lost it's patience with itself. We seem to be caught in the middle of a U and we turn to the left and we turn to the rigth and everytime we try to climb out we slide back down. I've become more intuned with my faith for perserverance and patience. I'd like to think that it is working somehow someway. Jackie
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