ANOTHER WRONG ASSUMPTION Somehow I make these assumptions that I don't even realize I have until I am faced with a situation. These preconceived notions of mine are sometimes on target. Just when I begin to pride myself on having discernment my vanity is realized with the real truth. This happened recently in regards to organization. I'm not an overly organized person. I mean I don't alphabetize the contents of my cupboards and I have stacks of paper around my house awaiting a final destination. When it comes to organizing events I take on a different persona. I expect planning, structure, and established activities. Once the correct initial planning is done I feel people can relax and enjoy the festivities knowing that everything is in its place and there are smooth transitions from one activity to the next. Without such the event seems tense and chaotic. I guess I assumed everyone felt this way and those who were not methodical just didn't know how to do it the "correct" way . . . until I was organizing an event with people who felt differently. It would seem that people with a different nature feel that structured activities are rigid, lack spontaneity, and stifle free flowing ideas. How does one have a large event and make the vision come to fruition without planning and structure? Is it possible to have an organized event while keeping the spirit of spontaneity alive?  ¶ 6/28/2004 07:29:00 AM