Anyway, the thing that struck me about both of the brothers was their helpfulness, practicality and humility. Humility may seem like a submissive trait, and it could sound condescending to describe someone like that, but I think it's a high quality to have. It means they take things lightly, don't mind themselves much and just get on with things and enjoy them. Perhaps it comes with a lack of materialism? A belief in God? - well, I know that's one of the aims of Christianity and other religions to submit to God, however people who don't believe also have it. I think people who've lived in the country all their lives may have it more often - the older generation, anyway. They aren't chasing more 'stuff', more experiences, just enjoying what they like doing.
Thursday, 26 February 2009
Humility
Anyway, the thing that struck me about both of the brothers was their helpfulness, practicality and humility. Humility may seem like a submissive trait, and it could sound condescending to describe someone like that, but I think it's a high quality to have. It means they take things lightly, don't mind themselves much and just get on with things and enjoy them. Perhaps it comes with a lack of materialism? A belief in God? - well, I know that's one of the aims of Christianity and other religions to submit to God, however people who don't believe also have it. I think people who've lived in the country all their lives may have it more often - the older generation, anyway. They aren't chasing more 'stuff', more experiences, just enjoying what they like doing.
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hi jane, very handy blog! I like your runimations about humility and other saving graces...I appreciated your 'about me' and am so pleased you are a good friend of mine xx Sarah
ReplyDeleteThank you Sarah! I felt touched by your own photos and mentioning me on your blog - thank you.
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