Wednesday, October 9, 2013

be yourself; everyone else is already taken



Hi everyone, how have you been? I trust you're all doing well, in body and spirit. Please excuse my irregular blog visits for the present; I've been going through a bit of a challenging time these past days. Never fear, though -- the key thing is that I'm going through, and coming out victorious on the other side. I've been trusting God's perfect timing and I know I'm safe in His keeping.

Well, I've been wanting to write about something that's been on my mind a lot lately, but I know it's not something I can just churn out off the top of my head. Being largely housebound with an infant gives one lots of time for thought, and if there's one thing that's become very clear, it's that I'm one of those home-y people who really don't mind not going out at all. As I think I've mentioned before, going to the supermarket once a week is quite a sufficient high for me (and Book Depository is an added treat haha); but I'm not much into shopping, or partying -- being one of the "beautiful people" -- which, in my part of the world at least, seems to be the primary preoccupation of many.

I was thinking it's largely because of the nature of a modern city, and so wanted to write in greater detail about it. However, as I simply don't have the time to just yet -- I am in fact madly typing this while Becky's having her turn in the shower -- I will let it stew in my head for now. This evening though, I watched this wonderful episode of The Twilight Zone from 1964, which reminded me of it, and I just had to share. It's only about half an hour, so you could easily watch it over dessert or something. Overlook -- or snigger at -- the space age costumes and "modern" machines, and perhaps, like me, you'll be struck by how brilliant and prescient it is.

P.S. That quote in my title is by the much esteemed Oscar Wilde, who also said, "Most people are other people. Their thoughts are someone else's opinions, their lives a mimicry, their passions a quotation". You are absolutely beautiful just as you are -- have an inspired, blessed rest of the week; I'll see you soon!

15 comments:

Optimistic Existentialist said...

I had wondered where you'd been! I'm glad to see a post from you. I hope things get better soon my friend. I love the Oscar Wilde quote :)

Elizabeth Brown said...

This reminds me of a Dr. Seuss quote I saw today! "Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is you-er than you."

Praying for you, my friend. God will lead you through these tough times, indeed! =D

(And I, too, am one of those people who don't mind not going out and about often. ;D )

Sara said...

I just love the twilight zone, all the episodes have a great message behind them (: kisses to you all!

The Dainty Dolls House said...

This is so true doll, love that Wilde quote, it's a favourite. I think we live in a world where we follow along too much, we're afraid to be ourselves and that's sad. We we're made to be unique and be un-like others and when we are ourselves, we shine bright as we we're intended to!! I hope you have a blessed week too xxx

Vett Vandiver said...

thanks for sharing this, so cool!

Rowena @ rolala loves said...

Finding a free moment must be a right challenge these days while you're caring for an infant and being a full time mum. I was housebound for a period while recouping my ankle and I had the same thoughts as you about not going out until I got outside again and totally felt like I was missing out and then someone would shove me on the street and I'd go back to wanting to be a shut in again. What a vicious cycle ;p

Rowena @ rolala loves

Plowing Through Life (Martha) said...

I used to feel the same way about going out when I lived in the big city. I am not into parties or overly social settings, and I preferred the quiet of my home, or visiting my family or friends in theirs. It was hard to find quiet places to enjoy in such a dense area. But since I moved here, I look forward to being outdoors as much as possible because I am surrounded by a lot of beautiful and quiet nature settings. I don't have to deal with heavy traffic - human or otherwise - no matter where I go, and that suits me just fine!

Yes, I did chuckle a bit at the video, but I love the Twilight Zone! I used to watch it with my family when I was a kid (re-runs), and I had some episodes on DVD. It's a little corny compared to today's standards of technology, but still fun to watch. Brings back a lot of memories.

I hope you and your lovely family are all doing well!

AntiquityTravelers said...

hope all is well with you my friend! I do love an old episode of the Twilight Zone! one of my favorites :)

Pizziricco said...

Yes truly brilliant & prescient! & that Sigmund wot was it? Franz? hahaha. Suzy Parker was actually quite the Christy Turlington of the '60s. The girl who plays her daughter, am i wrong? She's not the one in Greg Peck's "Mockingbird"? u know the one who accused the black guy of rape. Non?

Miss Val's Creations said...

The Oscar Wilde quote says it all! Fortunately, being myself has never been a problem. Although I do feel strange at times because I can be quite different. Where I live in the U.S. people tend to be very honest and speak their minds which is a good thing. I could never survive in a place like Los Angeles with the beautiful people all competing. Take care. :)

Jane Chérie said...

Very good advice! I don't think I have seen a few episodes of the Twilight Zone when I was a kid and they somehow always scare me (but then again, I am easily scared LOL)

Kay G. said...

I remember this episode very well!
I loved The Twilight Zone, Rod Serling's voice was incredible!
Take heart! You are doing a great job with your new baby and little girls. Take care of yourself, sweet Janice. xx

My Garden Diaries said...

Oh how right you are! I couldn't agree more! I have 3 little beans and was just telling my mom that I prefer to stay in my home and play with the beans in the garden. I have no desire to "party" with the crowd in our neighborhood...I have been thinking more and more that the hubs, myself and my bean pod belong in the country! Lovely post...and thank you for popping by! I look forward to following along with you! Nicole

Libby said...

It's been so long since I've been by, but I'm stopping by to say hello. I hope you're making all the adjustments of having a new baby in the home. Looking forward to stopping by and reading your thoughts. :-)

Debbie Nolan said...

Jan - I have been missing you. Very wise about being yourself...love the quote - it is hard at times to get past people's opinions and just relax into who God made you to be. Hope things get better soon. Hugs

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