I was contemplating how much easier life would be if I could just be someone else. How there would be less stress and no more problems if I could completely take over the identity of another. I decided that if this were possible I would become a monkey.
- Monkey’s never catch colds. I hate when my nose gets all red and yucky from blowing it so many times.
- Monkey’s live and travel in groups. I’d never have to be alone.
- The tip of a spider monkeys tail can support the weight of his entire body weight. I’d love to just hang upside down all day.
- Monkey’s express affection and make peace by grooming each other. I would never have to comb my own hair again. Everyday would be a good hair day.·
- Howler Monkey’s spend up to 80% of their time resting. I could sure some extra sleep.
However as I think about what my day as a monkey might be like. I am reminded that monkey’s generally don’t like to be touched. I would really miss getting hugs from my kids and my wonderful friends. Often we think that someone’s else’s life would be preferable to our own. Often the hunt for perfection can take over our lives. Perfection is not ours to have, at least not for now. The good news is that "some way cool stuff" is on the way. One day all evil will be banished, taking away that which is not perfect. Roman’s 8:28 is my “good news” verse. It does not promise perfection but does provide hope and optimism. It says, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to His purpose". God intended for me to be me, that was his plan. I have to trust that he will get me through each day just being who he created me to be. I know He has a purpose for me, one I may not understand or even be able to fully imagine. But in His time and in His way His purpose will be realized.
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