I am a lazy individual. I shun exercise unless it's disguised as fun and/or productive - strolling through Disneyland, walking around a neighborhood full of garage sales, moving furniture; I truly do not want to ever mow a lawn again (I think the last time I did it I had a Walkman, a Go-Go's cassette, very moussed hair and a sullen expression) and I rarely pull weeds or plant things; I must psyche myself into a housecleaning mood, which can take many days; and if I have made one move toward getting ready for bed (put on slippers, taken off watch), it is nearly impossible for me to do anything that feels like work, e.g. get my own tea or put in a Sopranos DVD.
Today I stood by while essentially every member of my church helped packed the place up (we meet in a middle school for now). I hoped to give off the "I'm waiting for my children" vibe but of course that begs the question, why the hell not offer a hand while you wait? For your 8- and 9-year old children who are gleefully taking apart the stage and rolling carts of chairs away. Why not though? Because I AM LAZY. Speaking of church, I also regularly avoid functions such as laser tag parties and cleaning the local lake; sounds like too much work. Here is what I can do for people: teach middle & high schoolers about God & Jesus; mobilize middle & high schoolers for action [I always admit that I, personally, am not Action Girl but they will probably be really good at doing whatever I'm asking]; give a portion of my paycheck to support the church staff and a building; bring food/gifts to anyone in need; hold babies or comfort toddlers in the nursery.
Frankly, I really don't deserve a Labor Day holiday; I should actually spend tomorrow mowing somebody's lawn. I think I've got some Go-Go's on my iPod.
Here's to the workers out there. Thanks & enjoy a day off!
