The Fence

Some times we look over it and think of how nice it looks over there. Other times we sit on it and dip our toe onto the other side. Some of us realize before ever getting to the fence that appearances are not always what they seem. The grass is always greener on the other side.

The main problem with fences are that the transition isn't always black and white. Or brown and green if we are still talking about grass. Sometimes the lines are blurry and we get caught up in trying to live on both sides. you can't have your cake and eat it too. Right? Well, kinda. 

The truth is, no one really knows if the grass is greener or if its been spray painted to cover the yellow spots their neighbors dog left in it. Weeds or pee stains aside, I think the main lesson is contentment. In today's society we have so much we take for granted. Take the simple computer in front of you. 15 years ago, computers in households were rare. Our children are subject to new electronics like cell phones and game consoles at an alarming rate. If it wasn't made yesterday, it's old. Media tells us that if we don't have the latest phone or the newest t.v. that our lives will be incomplete. Even the government gets involved and says if we don't keep buying "stuff" our economy will fail and we will all be living in cardboard houses in 6 months. 

So, take a second glance at what you have without worrying about anyone else. The richest people in the world have the one thing we all want. Joy and peace. Those start with contentment. Lets make a pact to be content everyday with the little things and we'll move up from there.

Peace be with you

~Caleb