Don't be a Fool

Proverbs 18:2 - A fool takes no pleasure in understanding , but only in expressing his opinion.

I would like to think that I walk a balanced line between the two, but I realize that it is far more likely that I am the fool. Those who know me, know just how much I express my opinion. Usually people tell me they enjoy that I speak my mind so freely, that I'm not afraid to throw what I'm thinking out into the arena. I do it so often these days, I don' even think about it anymore, it's second nature. How many times have I opened my mouth to express an opinion that's never been asked for? I don't like that I can't say with all certainty that it has never happened.

What is it in me that feels the need to get out? A craving to be the center of attention? To always be right? Oh, how I wish I could say that the only reason why I open my mouth is out of honest concern for those involved. I blogged before about how I felt the necessity of growing out of childish, selfish ways, is this not counted among that?

I don't even know how to change this about myself. I know that we are all human, and thus subject to human faults and follies. I realize that it is impossible to be 100% unselfish 100% of the time, but I also know that its possible to not be 100% selfish 100% of the time. It's about finding the balance and striving to be a better friend, daughter, sister, etc.

P.S. On a lighter note, I finally got my snow today! It was amazing, and if it hasn't all melted by the time I wake up tonight (rather, later this morning), I will take a picture to share with all of you.....Kelly, don't be jealous! :)