In this whole big, wide world of amazing people, places and things, how could I possibly pick a favorite? I’m not good at choosing favorites. Whenever possible, I select the option that gives me the most variety.
Need to make a choice when ordering dinner at a restaurant? I’d much rather my wife and I order two separate things and then share. Going on vacation? Can we find a place that gives us a metropolitan experience and a natural one? Historic sites and a fun nightlife? I prefer not to make single choices, but when necessary, I appease myself with the caveat that it is my favorite at that moment in time.
I received an email today containing a truly challenging question — what is my favorite thing in the whole world?
I’ll start by confessing I don’t believe I can answer this question. I can barely pick a favorite food, much less a favorite thing out of all possible things in the world. Still, I like challenges, so I’ll make an attempt.
I decided to avoid all obvious things — my kids, my wife, our animals, significant milestones like the birth of my kids, our wedding day, and our honeymoon. Those are all hugely important things I can’t possibly choose between, and frankly, might not be that interesting to share. These are things highly valued to most of us. I wanted to dig deeper to find something…