Get on the Stick
Did anyone ever tell you to get on the stick? You rested too long. Or were busy with something else. Or simply felt lazy. The person talking may have been a:
- Parent
- Boss
- Co-worker
- Friend
Whoever it was, they wanted you to do the job they had in mind.
To get on the stick means to get busy.
- Make an effort.
- Get organized.
- Start working.
- Quit wasting time and get the ball rolling.
Fixing to do something is not enough. You must get up and do it.
Get on the stick also applies to non-work activities.
Those include:
- School
- Sports
- Anything you should do but keep avoiding
Put your best foot forward. You will be glad you did.
“We do not want you to become lazy, but to imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised.” (Hebrews 6:12 NIV).
Thanks to Darrin Jenkins for the suggestion and to Debbie Tapscott for the photo.
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6 thoughts on “Get on the Stick”
This is another great phrase, Diana. We all need some prompting and prodding sometimes to get on the stick when things need to get done. Blessings!
Thank you, Martha. This winter weather has probably made it harder for many of us to get on the stick. Blessings.
Your message brought a smile. I’ve used this saying and had it spoken to me as well. It’s directive most often is needed when used. Thank you, Diana.
I’m sure this expression applies to countless teachers, Katherine. Thank you for your dedication to students whether in the classroom or readers of your books. Blessings.
And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;
Col. 3:23
Right now, I should “Get On The Stick”
A great verse, Beckham. Thank you. Blessings.