It’s All In The Perspective
You know how some things seem like such a big deal? Or how a comment made can get all blown out of proportion? There are times when giving someone a comparison can make a huge difference.
The following story is a letter home to mom and dad, from their daughter in her Freshman year at college. It’s masterful in shifting perspective.
Enjoy……….
Dear Mom and Dad,
I don’t know if you heard about this on the news a of couple months ago, but my dorm burned down. I didn’t want to worry you, so I went out on my own and found a new place to live. It’s even cheaper than the dorm, it’s a great deal.
It’s a beautiful Victorian house close to campus. There are 8 of us living there. One of my roommates is an extremely talented musician. He is the most youthful over 40 person I’ve ever met.
He and I fell in love. I never thought it would happen to me, but it has. I’ve now moved into his room so we can save money.
I also made the decision that to help him further his career, I’m going to quit school and go to work to support him. I just know he will become a big star one day, and I can take care of him until he hits it big.
The other day I was not feeling well, so he suggested I go to the doctor. Guess what! The doctor said I’m pregnant!
Mom and dad, I want you to know I’m not really pregnant—and I’m feeling just fine. I have not fallen in love and moved in with a musician, nor am I living in a house—I’m still happily living in my dorm with my roommate Julie.
Now if you think about how bad things could be—is getting a C minus in English and a D in Chemistry really that big of a deal? I’m looking forward to seeing you both over the holidays.
Your Loving Daughter, Suzie
I think Suzie ought to either be in a Creative Writing or in Drama as a major. I guess it really is all in ones’ perspective.
Posted: November 10th, 2010 under Inspirational Story.