Differences

 

Have you ever noticed how some things look alike at first glance?  But after a closer look you realize that while they may appear similar they are really quite different.  Let me give three examples of what I am talking about.

 

 

Snowflakes, I’m told are different.  As a kid in school, I remember my teacher saying that no two snowflakes are alike, that all snowflakes are beautiful. That’s hard to see when you’re mashing them into a snowball or turning them into a snowman. But put them under a microscope, and you can immediately see the differences.

 

Daughters often look alike. They may even sound alike or have some similar mannerisms, but I can assure you that like snowflakes, daughters are not alike and you don’t have to put them under a microscope find that out.  Just step back and you’ll soon see the differences. 

 

My oldest daughter, Kelly Dean, is definitely a daddy’s girl.  She is very kind, forgiving, and sensitive.  Kelly wouldn’t ever hurt a fly and is deathly afraid of dogs.  When she was child, I’d shoot her a look, and she’d straighten up. She’s grown now and we have great relationship based on love and respect.

 

My youngest daughter, Hillary Quinn, would better be classified as a momma’s girl.  While she is also kind and sensitive, she won’t tolerate someone stepping on her toes, and she enjoys deer hunting.  When it came to disciplining Hillary, generally a look wouldn’t do. I’d have to go and explain it to her.  She’s almost grown now, and we also have an excellent relationship based on love and respect.

 

Despite their differences, my two girls have my undivided attention, and they both want to cut the apron strings - but not too quickly.  They like having me stand in the shadows as a safety net, and they are both definitely Stones.  Girls, your daddy loves you more than you will ever know.

 

Land is kind of like snowflakes and daughters.  It may have similar attributes, but the purposes are sometimes different.  Some land is suitable for building houses on, some for farming, some for timber production and investment, yet some land is there just for its recreational and aesthetic value.

 

If you need advice on snowflakes I’ve told you all I know.  If you need advice on raising daughters, love and patience has worked for me.  If you need advice on buying or selling real estate the traditional way or through the auction process, give us a call. We can definitely help you sort through the differences.