The Tower of Babel is a myth and parable in the Book of Genesis. It means to explain why people in the world speak different languages. According to the tale, in their arrogance, people started to build a Tower to Heaven to avoid another flood. However, suddenly they couldn’t communicate, because they all started to speak different languages.  So, they gave up on the Tower enterprise.

Most people living in the United States do speak English, but everyday, more and more, it seems as if we aren’t speaking the same language. For instance let’s examine a hypothetical subject such as— MY HAIR.

Invariably, after I get a haircut, some people will insist that I should never let it grow again, because they like it this way.  And, five-weeks later, other people will tell me (usually on my way to the Beauty Shop) not to get it cut, because they like it this way.

I would take a poll on the subject, but polls are only reliable on the day they are taken. Consequently, I am in a quandary. To whom should I listen? What is the reasoning behind the long and short of it—the conflicting votes?

Some would say: “Short hair gives the impression of youth and vitality.” While others would point out that, “Longer hair offers gravitas”.

I know that the care of short hair seems quick and easy, but it takes time and patience to let it grow. Also, some people could argue that “A short cut keeps hair out of your eyes.” However, I can always braid longer hair to see clearly what’s ahead.

What do my hair voters see that I do not? Am I being short sighted? Maybe if they could communicate with each other—- compromise could be reached —-and a reliable vote could be taken. However, then some Bozo in the crowd would probably bring up the question of color.
“Should she color or go white?” No compromise there!  No way will I ever go purple.

Can we ever compromise? Can we ever reach viable decisions on anything? For that we would all have to speak the same language, and communicate in a civil manner. However, it seems as if,  The Tower of Babel  has ruined everything.

Esther Blumenfeld