I do not know

Many years ago it was difficult for me to admit when I did not know.

Then gradually I learned to make this simple admission, “I do not know.”

I found it to be liberating.

I find that admitting is better than lying, bluffing or changing the subject.

Admitting I do not know involves humility, honesty and truthfulness.

These are honorable virtues.

Pretending to know what I do not know involves faking, obscuring and deceiving.

Those traits contaminate my character.

Pigeon Formations

Clusters of pigeons roost on the top of the signs and buildings near a busy intersection.

Then suddenly many but not all leap into the sky.

Together they fly in formations that go up, down, around and then split.

After the aerial ballet within a half a block they go back to roost again.

This is repeated all day except when some descend on a patch of lawn for a while.  

There they peck and peck quickly for some food before returning to the roost.

Thank You

Here is such a simple expression that communicates much.

These two words are part of what parents teach children as part of good manners.

Yet some adults neglect this simple courtesy. 

Dashboard Talks to Me

For a few hours recently the car radio was out of order.

Then I noticed how much I enjoy and missed the PBS programing.

It can be like traveling with a smart and friendly companion.

Just sign here.

Those three words “Just sing here” are an invitation.

What follows is a person makes a unique mark.

It might or might not be readable.

Then the deal is done.

The contract begins.

The money changes hands.

The legal document is put into force.

It might lead to a car, house, cell phone plan or surgery.

There are a few words that lead to a special action then much bigger actions.

Smooth creamy texture of yogurt is mmmmmmm. Seven word Sunday

Warm Gloves

Warm gloves successfully blocked cold winds.

Six word Saturday