Find joy in the journey, for each step brings its own light.
In the quaint town of Willow Creek, there lived a young woman named Lila. She often found herself caught up in the whirlwind of everyday life, always rushing from one task to the next. One morning, as she hurried to work, she noticed an elderly man sitting on a bench, feeding the pigeons.
Curiosity piqued, Lila paused, something she rarely did. The old man, with a twinkle in his eye, motioned her to sit beside him. “Why the rush, young lady?” he asked. Lila sighed, explaining her busy schedule filled with work, errands, and endless to-dos.
The man chuckled softly. “You know,” he said, “there’s joy to be found in the journey itself, not just in the destination.” He gestured to the park, where children played, and the morning sun cast a warm glow over everything. “Each step brings its own light if you take the time to notice.”
Lila stayed for a while, watching the world slow down around her. She realized the old man was right. Life wasn’t just about reaching goals; it was about enjoying each moment along the way.
That day, she arrived at work a bit later than usual but with a newfound peace. She embraced her tasks with a lighter heart, noticing the small joys she had previously overlooked. From then on, Lila took a little time each day to pause, breathe, and find joy in her journey.
And with each step, her world seemed a bit brighter.
Have a beautiful day!
Tom Monson
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Find Joy in the Journey, copyright 2024, Tom Monson Productions
Find Joy in the Journey, originally written September 1, 2024 and may have subsequent updates.