Individuality...

First let me tell you that this has absolutely nothing to do with ponds...or does it...

Websters defines Individuality as:

1 total character peculiar to and distinguishing an individual from others
2 the quality or state of being indivisible
3 separate or distinct existence

When we think of individuality it usually is used to define someone who resists the norm or is different than everyone else. Something or someone that does not " fit in" is the causal definition of individuality.

For instance how many of you have a 6' tall ostrich in your living room, complete with decorations,(seasonal outfits), funky multi-colored socks, shades, a captains hat and high top converse sneakers? I will go out on a limb here and say... none of you probably have that. but that's what I found as i entered a home for a consultation last week.

Of course I asked permission to take a photo and talk about it on my blog because I was immediately forced to smile as I entered this home.

THIS IS INDIVIDUALITY !

These parents of 2 teenagers and 1 preteen are teaching their kids a life lesson here in my opinion. These kids know that it is "ok" to have a 6' ostrich in the living room. They know it is "ok" to not do,say or act the "norm".

Dont everyone run out and buy 6' ostriches for your living rooms......maybe I am reading too much into this.
I have to admit... I do not have an ostrich in my living room.

Individuality is important.. not being afraid to march to a different drum, to be "yourself ".

I left this home with a smile of my face... isn't that a good enough reason to get an ostrich?