So, I have this yellow tee shirt in my closet. I love it. It's a little baggy, has some pretty funky designs...just my style. But...I hardly ever wear it. Why, you may ask? I'll tell you...I'm a klutz and am afraid of spilling something on it. A few weeks ago, I wore the tee shirt, and, lo and behold, I spilled something on it. But here's the clincher...I washed it, and it became clean!
It made me think of how many times we miss out on incredible things because of what "might" happen. I know, for me, nine times out of ten what I worry about never happens. I can honestly say I didn't have any reservations or worries about giving up everything I own and moving to Africa. Other people did, of course, but I was ready to go. Now, if I had known then what I know now, things may have been a little different. But, I thank God for my nativity. At the end of the day, I love living here. This is my corner of the world, and where I'm supposed to be. If I had let the fear of others rule my life and my decisions, I might not have ever come (although God does have a way of making sure His plans are carried out, regardless of circumstance). When I think of how much I would have missed out on if I had stayed in the states, it makes me shudder. I would have missed out on learning some of the most important and meaningful lessons of my entire life. I would have missed knowing some of my most closest friend whom I consider to my my second family. I would have missed the indescribable experience of growing in God's love, mercy and grace, and sharing His love with others. I dare say I would have missed the opportunity to find myself, and my place in the world. Of course, bad things have happened to me. But, at the end of the day, it doesn't matter. The experiences I have had and am having every day easily trump any sort of hassles or troubles I might have to deal with. I wouldn't do anything differently. Don't be afraid to wear the yellow tee shirt. Whatever happens, it's worse not to try.
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