Tolerance....

I have been thinking a bit about tolerance and intolerance lately.

I have witnessed a few situations that caused me to think about it and to wonder why people think/act/react in ways that they do. For the majority there is usually a larger underlying issue, I understand that. What I don't understand is why people believe that THEIR thoughts/beliefs/practices ( or lack thereof) are better than anyone else's? It's the holier than thou attitude that I find hard to accept and understand.

People expect respect for their beliefs but more often than not - the more vocal ones are the ones with the least respect for others.. how does that work? I struggle to understand the logic behind this. My understanding is that respect is a mutual thing - a two way street. Maybe I am too idealistic and naive.

I struggle to understand a lot of things


But this concerns me.


The human races' lack of tolerance and respect for each other saddens and  concerns me .

A lot

I was never a huge fan of Michael Jackson, however I can't get this song out of my head as I think of these things at the moment:  Heal the world

Not much more to say today really - other than I wish there was more tolerance in the world - at all levels - then this world might be healed a little and be an even better place for us all

I'll close my eyes, make a wish, and blow.....

Danni xx 

Why?

WHY?

How can such a tiny word hold so many possibilities?

There wouldn't be many of us who at some stage have asked "but why?" Finn is an EXPERT at this ( goes with the territory of being 3.5, I know!) and why shouldn't he ask? What better way to learn and grow than to ask, why?

Have you ever wondered:

Why is it that when you have the opportunity to sleep - you can't?

Why is it that some colours appeal to me, but not to you?

Why do I like the taste of pineapple but not pawpaw?

Why do we have to lose our childish innocence as we get older?

Why can't I remember like I used to?

Why can children remember words they shouldn't, but forget to say please and thank you?

Why is weight so easily gained, but not so lost?

Why is there injustice in our society?

Why green the colour for "go?

Why does a pimple form right before a special ocassion?

Why does Ruby invariably need a nappy change only after she's all dressed and ready to go out the door?

Why is it always that ONE pocket you don't check that has a tissue in it???? ( and in a 'darks" cycle!)

Why is it so challenging to answer the hard questions in life?

Why  have I forgotten the inspiration behind this post?

Danni xx