Ethics, Schmethics

I was recently asked to contribute a post to Krystle Lilliestierna’s wonderful blog, PaperFort Studio. As I nosed around the site, a bulleted list on the about page caught my eye. It is there where Krystle sets forward her “Code of Ethics for Creative Endeavors.” And that’s when it hit me. I was staring into the face of my direct opposite: a blogger with ethics.

I now present to you the “she-said/she-said” of ethical codes: 

Her: Sketchbook first. Computer second.
Me: Computer first. Hygiene second.

Her: Never settle for the first idea.
Me: Do as little work as possible.

Her: Take time to ponder and reflect.
Me: Check Facebook, eat waffles.

Her: Seek inspiration outside of the internet.
Me: Seek inspiration on Pinterest.

Her: Respect the process.
Me: Get it done in time for the Colbert Report.

Her: Find power in simplicity.
Me: Find power so I can charge my phone.

Her: Make multi-tasking the exception.
Me: Make raisins in cookies the exception.

Her: No question is silly.
Me: No question is important enough to interrupt an NCIS Los Angeles marathon.

Her: Details set the tone.
Me: Chips and salsa set the tone.

Her: Follow my gut.
Me: Follow the chocolate.

Her: Take risks.
Me: Take the easy way out.

Her: Try again. And again.
Me: Try once. Fail. Stomp off in a huff.

Her: Seek tasks that challenge me.
Me: Seek tasks that don’t require showering.

Her: Trust my expertise.
Me: Trust Wikipedia.

Some people might see this list and conclude that I’m an underachiever. While it’s hard to argue otherwise, I prefer thinking of myself as “The Mirror of Self-Confidence.” One glance at me and you’ll immediately feel better about yourself.

You’re welcome.