An Open Floor Plan

An Open Floor Plan

I love watching shows on rebuilding, remodeling and decorating homes.  Homes are a reflection of our inner world.  The current trend involves opening up the floor plans of older homes, for seamless transitions, from one space to another.  Gone are the days of closed in, cut off, four-walled rooms, separated and isolated.  

In writing this, a law has passed, in my beloved State of Michigan, which discriminates against same-sex couples, in the arena of state funded adoptions.  An “open floor plan” means open to others, whether it is in the area of religious freedom or diversity of beliefs.  While I believe we are changing as a group, and our homes reflect this, our laws often mirror the ideas of others.

As we create an “open floor plan,” our thoughts expand, and our ideas change.  A new normal is developed.  This is happening with the environment.  Organic food was a fringe idea only a few years ago, but as a group, the desire for, and use of organic products is becoming common.  As individuals, we have the power of an “open floor plan,” by what we choose.  No matter the arena; environmental, animal rights, women’s issues or global awareness, we have a voice.  Our voice matters.  

We can choose to remain isolated and closed off in our own little space, as in the past.  Or instead, we can elect an “open floor plan” that is no longer divided and blocked.  We can create a “home” where there are no clear beginnings or endings in the space.  This space is free flowing and inviting.  

As we “open our floor plan,” we open ourselves.  The first step to an “open floor plan,” involves self-examination.  Forgiving, trusting and loving ourselves leads to loving others.  As the world moves forward, it is time for an “open floor plan”.  Imagine a space where you can come and go with ease, without judgment or discrimination, but only Love.