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Off the Top of My Head

Off the Top of My Head

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Off the Top of My Head--two facing head outlines filled with booksHave you ever felt swamped with work, and someone asked you a question? Perhaps you began your response with, “Off the top of my head …”

Off the top of my head means you reply with little thought.

Your answer requires minimal brain power. However, if you fail to check your memory, your guess might not be right.

Off the top of my head works best if you know your subject well.

The most reliable information comes from experts in the field.

  • Plumbers know how to fix leaky faucets.
  • Doctors understand health issues.
  • Chefs prepare tasty food.

Experts often consult with one another since two heads are better than one.

Verifying usually works best.

Therefore:

  • Reliable plumbers check leaks.
  • Trustworthy doctors perform tests.
  • Top chefs try recipes before they share them.

They investigate before they act—a valuable lesson for everyone.

“Do not be quick with your mouth, do not be hasty in your heart to utter anything before God. (Ecclesiastes 5:2 NIV).

Thanks to Melissa Bright for the suggestion. Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay.

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Rings a Bell: replica of a Liberty Bell
Rings a Bell

Rings a Bell

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If anything rings a bell, it causes us to remember.

We may not remember all the details. However, we do remember small amounts.

  • Faces look like people we know.
  • Places seem familiar.
  • Activities remind us of past events.
  • Words make us think of books or movies.

Many things don’t ring a bell.

As we get older, near our golden years, we often say, “That does not ring a bell.” We think we should remember something, but we don’t.

The bell in this memorial park reminds me of the original Liberty Bell. Yet, I fail to remember all I once knew about it. If I want to remember more, I have to look it up in books or online.

Often, what rings a bell comes out of the blue.

We don’t expect it. Yet, it happens.

  • A special song
  • The smell of favorite foods
  • An old picture

What rings a bell can cause both good and bad memories.

This Memorial Day and always, may we remember the gifts of those who lived before us. May we also remember the Giver of life and all good gifts.

“They remembered that God was their Rock, that God Most High was their Redeemer” (Psalm 78:35 NIV).

What rings a bell for you? A special song? The smell of favorite foods? An old picture? Please comment below.

Thanks to Kristy Robinson Horine for the suggestion.

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