November 30, 2005
I come by it honestly
I tend to leap to the worst case scenario pretty quickly. It helps me to prepare for the worst and 99 percent of the time when nothing bad happens, at least I was prepared. I'm constantly repeatING this scripture ("But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own") from Matthew to myself. In college, I even had it taped to my desk. (Ironically, I wouldn't classify myself as a worrier.) I learned this weekend though that at least I come by the crazy honestly.
Dad: Do you have pull down stairs to your attic?
Hannah: Yes. Why?
Dad: Is there a latch on the outside?
Hannah: No... why?
Dad: Well, I'm just thinking, if someone gets up there, if you keep it latched, they wouldn't be able to get into your house.
Ginger: Dick, how would they get up there?
Dad: You know, in case someone breaks in, and then hides up there in wait for her.
Yes, Dad. Just in case.
They also told me that if I take handgun classes, they'll arm me. I guess this is their way of saying, "Good financial decision to buy in a regentrifing neighborhood. Have a .38."
Posted by hannah at 04:03 PM
That is one of my favorite scriptures. Another really good one is John 16:33
These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace.
In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer;
I have overcome the world.
That's a strangely sweet gesture of your fathers.
Posted by Phil on December 3, 2005 02:32 AM
