I don't think I've had a time in life where I could say, "I'm completely ready."
Like, "Oh! I'm fully prepared' or 'I haven't missed a thing."
Instead, I think I've been the opposite.
Underprepared.
I always pack my suitcase too full in case I need a couple extra sweaters if it's cold,
but I never manage to pack enough kleenex to wipe away the tears from the wind.
I always manage to wear enough layers when the snow is pouring down,
but never enough blankets to warm myself up when I come inside.
I always manage to grab too much makeup off the shelf,
but never enough face wash to clean it off.
I always manage to meet my expectations,
but never to the full degree I intended in the first place.
I always manage to aim high,
but never shoot the arrow far enough.
I always manage to win at things I'm really good at,
but never take a loss as a lesson to help me succeed.
I always manage to fall in love,
but never buy enough bandages to fix my broken heart.
You can never be too prepared, so don't waste your life on getting all the loose ends sewn together, but rather on the needle and thread.
