The Sayer and the Namer

I'm Glad I'm not Speaking From Experience Here...

This is the kind of book that makes me SO THANKFUL that I was raised in a sweet family in Humble, TX. With two parents. That I'm in a secure, Godly marriage to a fantastic man. That I have friends and family that love me just because. That even though I get a little bored sometimes, my little life in a suburban house in OKC is pretty dang great. Reading a book about 18 year olds who have unlimited money, flashy cars, ritzy parties, beautiful tans, etc, but have no emotions or real relationships really makes you thankful for those things.

I'll admit, I'm a celebrity gossip addict. It's a disease that I wish I could get rid of, but I haven't yet. I check TMZ frequently to see what's going on in these people's lives. I really don't know why I care, or even IF I care, but as I was reading this book, I could see just how realistic it is. It was written in 1982, but it seemed like it could be a headline on TMZ or People. It's so sad that these people who live lives that others admire, and who seem to have everything, actually have nothing of true value. That's why most of them get divorced. That's why many of them have addictions. That's why many of them self-destruct. Because there is no joy and meaningful relationship in their lives. Add to that the fact that their unhappiness is captured on camera, and it adds a whole new layer of misery. I'm glad that I don't know anything about this first hand, but I can somehow sympathize more with those who do after reading Less Than Zero. (And I really should stop reading TMZ...this I know).

So be thankful for the sometimes mundane lives you lead, friends! We're really so blessed. If you are unconvinced, take a peek at Less Than Zero, and you'll become a believer in the simple life.

posted by Erin @ 3:35 PM