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the show.

either the adult puts on a show or the child puts on a show. but someone is always having to put on a show. because life is hard. and we all need a show of love, a show of “everything is going to be fine,” a show of “i see you” and “you’re doing such a good job. i am so proud of you.” it’s such an important show.

but sometimes the show is, “i’m being good, i promise.” “you don’t have to worry about me.” “i will be perfect for you and make you proud; i understand that you’re too busy for the real me.” “i can help you. see me making myself less of a burden?” “i know better than to add to your problems. i’m sorry for getting it wrong.”

someone is always taking care of someone, and this is a beautiful thing. because it helps you recognize the few instances the “taking care of” is mutual and complete.

until then, others will come along, teaching you how to receive “being taken care of” without your having to perform for it. the first time will be like a revelation. but know that it is you who is being revealed, not them. they love you but they don’t show you everything; because with all their love, what they are doing is giving you the show.

and this is how the entire story of your life blesses you.