The new young pastor’s stole was draped unevenly which was apparent when he turned to face the altar making me yearn to adjust it for him. When he turned around, though, I realized it was the perfect placement. For when he faced us, the three crosses so much more effectively represented the crucifixion because it allowed the center one to be the focus. It also provided a sense of depth that would have been missing if they were perfectly aligned. It reminded me that too many of us yearn for and expect perfection in our lives while the imperfections let us see and experience so much more. Pushing for the perfect life is destructive. Instead one should see that it distorts our chance to see God and delight in our world.
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Interesting to note that I described the placement as perfect. Even in this observation I can’t resist the urge to seek perfection. I’m such the slow learner.
Susan E L Lake 
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