Comments on Momopoly: Perfect Schmerfect

This is a fabulous post. I can identify completely...

2008-03-18T21:37:03.999-04:00

This is a fabulous post. I can identify completely. Thank you for sharing your struggles with perfectionism and reminding me that there's only One who is truly perfect.

P.S. Your children are adorable!

When we are imperfect, we are lovable. But as I r...

2008-03-14T08:01:26.221-04:00

When we are imperfect, we are lovable. But as I read your post, that's not what struck me. What struck me, dear Kate, is that I'm guilty of all the same things, especially that perfectionist streak. I'm far more laid-back about it now, but there's a seed inside me that, if left in the sun too long (like for seconds!), will start to take root and grow into the weed it is. The way I battle it is humor and turning ever-more to Our Lord and the saints.

Thanks for a beautiful reflection. :)

Kate, we are kindred spirits. As I read this I ke...

2008-03-13T14:55:03.293-04:00

Kate, we are kindred spirits. As I read this I kept nodding and saying to myself, "That's me!" Especially this: "I’ve never liked to try new things unless I’m certain I’ll excel in whatever the chosen activity may be."
It is hard to be a perfectionist....but we are not alone! Thanks for sharing. I really enjoy your blog.

It's the little imperfections that make us interes...

2008-03-10T21:17:38.421-04:00

It's the little imperfections that make us interesting. (I think that's a nearly direct quote from "Bicentennial Man.")

That's as true with faces as it is with friends. Glad you're one of mine!