Today
I again experienced the frustration of my inept communication. It is a very rainy day as a typhoon looms off
the coast. This morning we were trying
to reap the benefits of a bit cooler weather and open those windows that we
could. Dad was busy at work; Mom was
fixing breakfast and I was supervising it all.
The rain increased and the wind shifted.
Now rain was coming in a large window.
I began saying, “It’s coming in.” over and over. However my articulation was faulty and no
communication was occurring. My dad even mimicked my words asking what I meant,
but they were not getting it. Suddenly
my mom saw, and we got action! That water
was cleaned up and that window closed and mom said, “That’s what you were
saying.” At last communication happened.
Sometimes
that happens to me. It is frustrating
and sometimes disappointing. However, I
must keep trying. After that experience
we discussed how I could enhance my ability. I need to take more initiative to
be heard and understand. Hanging back
will not improve my ability.
On
reflection I am reminded that God understands before I even try to speak. He gets it every time. No misses ever! In Psalm 139:4 it says, “Even before there is
a word on my tongue, behold, O Lord, You know it all.” So, I may have many more communication misses
here on earth, but with God it is a success every time. Guess I will do more talking with God. (And maybe listening, too!)
