Windows, though straightforward as they seem, are actually relatively complex structures. Although somewhat of an oxymoron, the complexity lies not in it's structure but in it's symbolism. There is nothing better than just sitting by a window and watching the world go by. As a group or an individual walks by, it's almost like the window acts as a frame for that one moment in time. Whether a family running past with children and animals or a couple briskly arguing as they stop and start along the street, the window captures that moment and allows the imagination an opportunity to decipher the story. Perhaps, even make presumptions as to what is going on in people's lives and likely seldom getting it right.
Looking into a window, however, means something different to all of us. The thought of people looking into a window is an uncomfortable thought for some. Looking into a window provides a snap shot into the soul of a home. To draw the curtains over a window provides privacy and security that nobody is able to look into the goings on in your home. Decorating your window with ornaments, plants or expensive lamps ensures that those walking by find your home aesthetically appealing and eye catching. Those who leave their curtains and/or windows open want the sights and sounds of the street to linger into their home life, destitute of barriers. Our windows provide us with an opportunity to manufacture an image, thus allowing those who pass our abode, to make assumptions on us based on that very image.
Perhaps, the way that we perceive windows can be reflected in our personalities. Perhaps, they cannot only act as windows into our homes but as windows into our souls. Therefore, as we gaze our eyes through one of the many complex glass structures in our homes, we can cast our eye upon those who cast an eye upon us. We can make presumptions over those whom presume. We can base our assumptions upon what we are faced with: always looking through the window but rarely looking at it.
Katie ✌♥
