Another Thread in the Quilt
Following on the metaphor that our lives are a patchwork quilt, it seems to me that when we turn and look at the patchs that have already unfolded, we begin to see patterns. Events, circumstances, words, deeds, people, et al that were lessons or threads or patchs of material that went into the making of our quilt. And often we see how those previous patchs influence us today. Take being an adjuster for instance...I deal with all sorts of people, from all walks of life, in every socio-economical sphere, in every nation, creed and colour...and I love it. The favourite part of my job is sitting at the kitchen table with someone new to Canada and asking them to tell me their story. While I appreciate the differences in cultures, at the end of the day, I value each and every person I meet and can say that I have never had a racist or bias bone in my body. I've always made a point to learn about someone's culture, and unpack...