You’re so Vain

Remember the song sung by Carly Simon: “You’re so vain…you probably think this song is about you…..”? Have you ever had a time in your life where you were faced asking yourself that very question? “Am I vain”? Most likely…NOT! Because it’s not something most people really think about…unless you’re forced to…by someone or by something that brings it to our attention…right? Well…let me tell you a little story! “Once upon a time”…no this is not a fairy-tail! This is REAL life experience talking! We all like to look our best outwardly…and there is nothing wrong with that. We like to choose a hair style, clothing, shoes, accessories, jewelry, and make-up…(right ladies)? Me too!! But…what if….(God forbid)…something happened that those “choices” were changed by circumstances beyond your control? Ask yourself…theoretically…how would I respond? Take a few moments to think about it. “Are you vain”? I was…(speaking as a stroke survivor). Didn’t like it one bit!!! But I faced the facts, admitted it, gave stuff away and got past it. Yes it took a while! A characteristic…the Lord helped me adapt to “change”! Because REAL beauty…so Scripture says…”comes from the inside…a gentle, quiet spirit”. That’s what I want…’el naturelle! Besides we are all “beautiful” in God’s eyes!

Blessings! Gayle Harrell