What makes some of us need to stand out in a crowd and others want to remain unseen? Wanting to achieve is in my make-up and part of that is having others recognize me for my achievements. Currently, I'm reading "Plain Truth" about an Amish girl who is accused of killing her newborn infant. The most striking part of the book to me so far is that the Amish people do not crave notoriety. They prefer to blend in to their community. The "plain people" prefer a life of sacrifice for family and community over private gain. I like that. When I do something, I want to be more conscious of whether or not it is to impress.
I have certainly learned something from the book and the plain people.
Lovey
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