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March 17, 2006
OFF LEASH: On wasting time
"Off Leash" is an occasional column by Fiddler. Past columns can be found here.
I was sniffing a particularly fragrant running shoe recently when I happened to recall a quote from Bertrand Russell: "The time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time." Russell spouted more than his share of nonsense during his long life, but on this count he was spot on. Right-o, Bertie! Right-o.
Of course, what's enjoyable to me might not be to you. The shoe sniffing, for example. Or the desk licking. Not everyone likes to dig random holes in the yard. Even fewer attempt to dig holes in the couch. This is just as well because attempting to dig holes in the couch is usually greeted with raised voices and the stern wagging of index fingers. I'm not saying you shouldn't try it; I’m just saying you should be prepared for a less-than-positive reaction.
There does come a time, though, when we need to get down to business. There is work that must be done, tasks that must be completed. Those trucks aren't going to bark at themselves.
Posted by teb at March 17, 2006 10:42 AM