The toymaker and the lantern
I started researching paper lanterns. I had it in my head that I could make a simple cut out lantern that could be slipped over Christmas lights. I found a wealth of information and inspiration, but I also found that my goal would be extremely easy. So easy that I could just whip these up if I ever needed them. But wait, I have no need. In fact, I was thinking of a string of LED lights that I really don't have a place for. So what's the point?
It's like the spider webs. I have the skill to tie amazing webs. The webs are only good for a single month in the year, and even then, only appreciated when they are in high traffic areas. I didn't tie any webs in my home. I tie them for other people. There's just no point for me.
I could make a paper lantern, or 20. I don't need them in my home. I would only make them for other people. There's just no point for me.
I could make a 'thing'. I don't need 'thing's for me. I would only make 'thing's for other people. There's just no point for me.
Apparently, I'm a toymaker. I have no desire to produce a 'thing', even a 'thing' that would amuse me, until there is someone else who would enjoy a 'thing'.
So does that mean that when I do produce a 'thing' it will lack quality? I should think not!