Monday, January 22, 2007

the types in my family

On the way home from St. Louis yesterday, Ruth began her homework and so I let my mind range in a different direction. This is what struck me, however partially: that my family is made up of many varied bents and skills. Similar to Jung's archetypes, I believe that within our unit, my three siblings occupy specific roles.
Abe, the artist/magician: he goes into himself and brings up sparkling gems. He presents them before the world, and everyone follows him.
Tom, the evangelist: he hears and he thinks, and then he promulgates the word with a zeal like The Baptist. And everyone follows.
Ellen, the healer: she looks at it, she figures it out, and then she goes about making it better; and everyone follows.
Charlotte, the maidservant: tell me what to do, and I will do it. Only let me be acceptable and people will follow.

Anyone have insight into the parents, and the spouses who complete us?

1 comment:

  1. you chose interesting pictures...
    adam, the counselor. sit down and talk with him and you will feel better.

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