This warrior woman has a shield, spear and helmet, but that off-the-shoulder look seems a little dicey to wear in a battle. Haste, whether motivated by fear, anger or excitement, can lead to belatedly finding out our preparations weren't very well thought out. Like the woman stopped by a policeman for speeding and asked where she was going in such a hurry, our only reply might be the one she made: "I don't know, but I'm making damn good time." This portion of Waterhouse's painting shows a Siren, a dangerous creature who lured sailors with beautiful songs and caused ships to wreck on their rocky island. Preparation is only half the battle when we're trying to make forward progress. The other half involves not getting led off course by distractions designed to catch our eye.
Even snails make progress. Just be sure your progress is in the direction you want to go.
― Richelle E. Goodrich
When you are in it to win it, all ploys are considered, even a little seduction or misdirection.
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