FReeper Canteen ~ Sunday Chapel ~ COPPERMAN ~ 28 April 2024

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[Kathy in Alaska]

 

 

 

 

COPPERMAN

While walking through San Francisco's Union Square recently I ran into Copperman. He is a street entertainer, a young actor in copper paint from head to toe, who sits motionless as people walk by on the busy street. Many stop, awe-struck to see this statue-like man. You cannot even see him breathing. People leave contributions in his copper pot in appreciation for this fine "performance".

Copperman sits for 25 minutes at a time and then takes a break. During the break he is quite animated and eagerly shares his story with his audience. He told us that it actually strains every muscle in his body trying to keep still for so long. As the clock slowly ticks, time becomes agonizing as his muscles cry out in pain, wanting the relief of moving about. In fact, about ten minutes into the "gig" you can see perspiration beads starting to streak down his face, marring the unusual make-up. The streaking becomes more noticeable and at the end of the 25 minute routine, Copperman explodes off his seat and looks as if he is ready to collapse with exhaustion. Every day is like running a marathon he said. The strain on the body from sitting still, and the mental exhaustion that goes with it, are incredible. This is not a fun job.

I have met many people who wished for the day when they could retire and "just do nothing". They dreamed of a life of complete leisure, not having to work for a living, nor having any responsibilities. Like Copperman, they contemplated a life without having to move about very much. But these people did not realize that having nothing to do can be fun for a few days, or even weeks, but after that the strain of inaction can be overpowering. Let us never have it as our goal to sit like Copperman. KEEP YOUR MIND, HEART AND SPIRIT MOVING! One of the greatest human cravings is the yearning to feel needed, useful, wanted. We must always contribute our unique talents to our families, our Marine Corps & Navy and the world around us. Let us all give freely of our God-given talents and bless others with those great gifts!

Chaplain Mitch Schranz

[luvie]

Whew! I’m glad y’all are all right. It’s been pretty nasty up there in Oklahoma. I don’t blame Gizmo one bit for hiding under the bed. LOL!

[luvie]

I hope they pay you lots of overtime for your dedication!

We were fine here. Just some high wind for about an hour. Kind of took me by surprise after such a quiet day. It’s gorgeous and cool this morning.

[radu]

I’m glad you didn’t have any flooding in your area.
I’ll bet the lake levels are way up after all the rain you got last night.

You and Gizmo should be able to sleep well tonight since the rain is well past you now. :-)

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good morning/afternoon/evening, CMS, and a Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours.

I hope spring has sprung at your house.

It looks like it will finally stick here. Days are finally 24 hours above freezing and snow is melting fast.

[CMS]

The home is a sore subject.

i finished moving into my room I'm renting. this is going to take getting used to.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Change takes time....prayers for your peace of mind. ((HUGS))