The title above is part of a statement made by a now deceased politician, at a time in when he was ambushed by the politics that he so loved.
I borrowed it, for I feel ambushed. I've been under ambush for the past 5/6 years. Was it by design, or by default, i'm yet to figure out. But, "there come a time" and that time is now.
We've had a nagging issue for quite a long time - but more so over the last 5-6 years. As individuals, we are all shirking from the responsibility of dealing with/managing this issue. As a group, we cannot even muster enough unity of purpose to stand together to handle this situation. As a result, we've left the issue to fester and take advantage of our disunity. Unfortunately, since it seems that i'm the only one still trying to follow-up on it, most of the headache regarding this issue lands on my lap (well, phone, really) and it is driving me insane.
For one, i'm the last born, so technically, the 6 or so others above me ought to be giving direction as required. That hasn't quite happened. Secondly, where I've tried to give suggestions, it was shot down and no other solution has been provided. So, we're stuck in a quagmire of epic proportions and I just can't hack it anymore.
What I do know, is that I've picked up a few lessons with this saga.
1) It is important to cultivate a trusting relationship with a family member or a friend whose opinion you trust and value, so that when they provide advice to you, you can genuinely listen and consider it.
2) Do unto others as you'd like them to do unto you.
3) As I grow older, I pray/hope/need/want/dream that I will still stick to my values and principles, but not be too stubborn to listen and consider others points of view (So Help Me God).
