[Uptown Girl]

[QUOTE=graciegirl;680588]

I think it was lost on this young woman...who was probably doing what SHE does best.



I agree with that Gracie, but I think perhaps what "our" Granddaughter was doing, was affirming her own truth as diplomatically as she was able, out loud, so she could hear it herself as well.
(I say "our" because for the moment she is our collective Granddaughter)

For her to be more considerate of the possible limits
of the future of the young woman at the desk (for the reasons you mentioned).... to have laid her truth aside and the reason to leave at someone else's feet would have been disingenuous of her. That WE were taught to navigate that way, was a mistaken program. Our elders offered us the best wisdom they could, it is our job to take their best and make it better.

In my opinion, the experience was really a good one for her at this young age, even if it was lost on any others. It served to be an exercise in personal integrity for her, even if it was a bit disconcerting to go through.

Hopefully she will not judge or hold herself higher than the others involved. (Grandma, focus on the importance of that!) As Gracie points out, everyone aspires to follow the paths their passion and abilities will allow.

To me, NO path is inconsequential. ALL are of value. I may not always understand another's path, but their's may not be meant for MY understanding. I applaud her for meeting her own standards in the best way she knew how.
(and a big hug to you, Graciegirl!)