Life Is Like A Patchwork Quilt

I used to do a lecture on finding balance or serenity in life. It never went over too well because people just weren't interested. I think they were more interested in buying a new car every year or having a large home filled to bursting with "things." Since times have changed (rather drastically) I'm hoping that people will be more receptive to some of the ideas that I talk about.

One concept I have like is the idea that our lives are like a patchwork quilt. Some kind of finished center with the ends still forming and yet to be finished. What kind of pattern are we pieceing together for ourselves? Does it change over time? Is it harmonious or does it have a lot of clashing elements? Is is sewn together with strength and measured workmanship or are there pieces or areas missing and is the sewing weak and haphazard? What kind of materials have we used? Are they natural materials or synthetics? Are they rugged or lightweight? Do they go well together? Are the pieces solid colors or do they have patterns in themselves? Have we emroidered or sewn something over a piece?

We can spend time thinking about these things and what we want the pattern of our life to mean to ourselves and others.