First Born, Control Freak, Type "A" or All of the Above?
I am a person who likes life organized. I prefer order to chaos, planning ahead compared to last minute and predictability compared to surprise. I do not "fly by the seat of my pants" very well. Some would contribute this to birth order (I am technically the first born) or maybe type "A" personality. Others would say I'm just a control freak. I am not sure what it is, maybe it's all of the above. For the most part this trait has served me well. I have secured and held jobs, paid my bills on time, scheduled and kept appointments, planned trips, made good on commitments and helped raise two fine young men. All of which have required some part of the skill set listed above. However, over the years I have come to understand that my affinity for regimentation has its draw backs as well. It takes away the opportunity for spontaneity. I should relax and learn how to let things happen, not worry about every detail. No doubt I have missed the joy, beauty, fun, ...