Shiny Objects

I want to share an experience that happened at a recent dinner party where I was delighted with the host’s choice of flatware. The set was very shiny with a beautiful design, while the other flatware that was used to serve the meals had a basic design with a little shine. I asked the host if she had any information on the shiny wonderfully looking flatware and why the serving ware was different. The host explained to my surprise that the beautifully designed and shiny flatware was actually plastic and made to look amazingly appealing, while the serving flatware was made of real silver and strong enough to serve the portions. Furthermore, the host stated that “though the blingy plastic flatware was very beautiful, that flatware was sold as “single use” whereas real silverware is authentic, comes with a higher price tag, pure, sturdy, and valuable.

I left the party thinking about how my experience with “shiny objects” mimics the dynamics of some relationships; as many people are drawn to the aesthetic of strikingly beautiful and appealing, but often left to wonder why the attraction did not last. However, there are those who take the time to look deeper for beauty and value as one who seeks to own “Real Silver” which with a little love and care, may shine beautifully with lasting value for a lifetime.