Both Sides of the Road

     This morning Diva and I were taking a walk as we usually do. (Yes, she recovered, probably arthritis of the wrist!) As we went up one familiar street I decided to walk on the other side from where we usually are. Amazing really what simply crossing the street can do to one’s perspective. Although I had made the same walk many times I had paid no attention to the OTHER SIDE.  I saw houses and yards that were clearly visible before but to which I had paid no attention. And then I thought about how this is such a metaphor for our lives, especially during a presidential election. We stick to our side of the road and never consider the other side. For that matter it reminds me of our polarized government. What would happen if we simply crossed to the other side with an open mind, to see what’s up, to be curious rather than critical?  We might just find some common ground, a middle of the road if you will.

No matter what, Diva and I are branching out!