Apparently, I am also in need of having my ears opened--or at least the connection between them and my brain. In truth, this is something that requires continual work on my part. Too often, I am absorbed in my own thoughts and tasks, not listening to those around me (Just ask Janelle). The same is true for my thought processes. Although I like to think that I am generally open-minded, even that belief can be a bit of a trap. I need to learn how I can let my thoughts "be opened" to other ideas and opinions that I would prefer to ignore.