Thoughts on Change

I have just finished reading Zaatar Days, Henna Nights, in which I read this simple yet powerful statement:

"He was not so much against change as against the changing of principles."

I can see the relevance to so many things: the environment, media-centered culture, even Facebook! I don't think people are against preserve the environment, reusing/recycling materials, etc., but I think many people are resistent to the idea that they are asked to change the way they shop, choose packaging, choose food, reuse items, and recycle more than the occasional plastic water bottle. In other words, I think all people are united toward the goal, but not all people are united to change their lives in ways to help the world meet that goal.

Another quote: "I was beginning to realize that places mattered less than the spirit and connections forged along the way."


Speaking of change in my own life, we have found an apartment to move to across the street (literally) from where we live now. This change is the right one for us to make at this point in our lives, although I will admit that I'm losing several things I have become used to: a bright, large kitchen, a fabulous balcony that gets plenty of sun, and a general "newness" in the whole place.

I am also trying to come up with an answer for an offer someone has recently made me...cryptic I know. Doing this is rewarding, but I have had some bad experiences with it in the past. I am trying to prayfully decide the right thing, but saying "yes" could lead to more decisions that I cannot make yet. Some people might say that being ready is not the point. They may be right.