Pondering the Random (Ex 18/ 68)

Randomness.
Can't live without it, can't shear giraffes.
It's that unexpected part of the day. The part that no-one sees coming.
It can be a highlight.
It can bring a smile.
There can be some head slapping shakes of the head.
But what happens when the randomness becomes the expected?
When everything seems random?
Is it possible for randomness to blend into the mundaneness of normal?
If everything is random, then nothing is.
Perhaps?
Maybe in the odd world of Steve.
There seems to be a trigger that keeps getting pulled in my head that fascinates me.
It urges exploration.
Delving into the muddled mists of "Well, what if.....?"
I guess there's no use in fighting it.
I should just yield to the power of suggestion and say what I've been thinking.
Maybe just not out loud.
Or around people I know.
Or don't know.
It's possible they've heard it all before anyway.
Donna even has a special look for when I do stuff like that.
It involves a head shake, the lowering of eyes, a strangled gasp and the ability to melt into the nearest available piece of furniture, particularly if we're out.
We don't go out much these days.
Coincidence?
I'd like to think so.
I can't seem to stop typing now.
It just keeps going on and on and on and......
I think maybe 5 or 6 sentences too many now.
Stop it.
Now.
I mean it.
Well this is just ridiculous.
Sorry.
Really, really sorry.
Just imagine what you could have been doing in the last 30 seconds.
Regret opening this page now?
What about now?
I shouldn't push for more but I just can't stop.
Stupid keyboard.
Should have run away and hid somewhere, but noooooooo I'll keep letting Steve type on and on and on.
Pointless stuff.
It's ok, I'm back under control now.
Anyone want a slightly slapped keyboard?

Exodus 18
There is something to be said about wise father-in-laws.
I have one.
And am exceeding grateful.
I hope one day that my son's wife has one.
And my daughter's husband.

Perhaps Jethro saw the frustrations coming out in Moses.
Often we can't see the issue that is so obvious to those who are close and know us.
Those that speak out constructively are the most valued of acquaintances.
Jethro saw a problem.
A big problem.
He didn't just question it, but offered sound advice.

Only thing wiser about the advice was that Moses took it on board.
He didn't take it personally.
He had no hang up about who gave the advise.
He heard it.
And used it.
So that God could direct him.
So that he could endure.
So that the people could live in peace.

Direct and constructive comment by Jethro.
The ability to implement the plan by Moses.
Brought peace to all.
Mainly Moses.

Good leaders listen and take smart stuff on board.
No matter its source.