The Journey To Here

Today I met a new friend, who blessed me with a smile
I couldn't turn and walk away, we had to talk awhile
I found we were a lot alike with words we'd stopped to share
We talked on many subjects and they really seemed to care

We laughed at many silly things, that happened in our life
We shared an understanding when the topic turned to strife
I really couldn't help but think they truly understood
And sharing with this new found friend, it made me feel quite good

We had but just a minute, in our busy, hectic day
And both had things, that must be done, yet paused here anyway
Many rushed and passed us by, like busy little drones
Gulping down their hurried drinks, talking on their phones

We shared a smile about that too, when my friend said to me
"How can you live a happy life and not enjoy a tree?"
I turned to look, and sure enough, I hadn't even seen
The many trees that lined the streets, and one right next to me!

Suddenly, I realized, they'd given me a gift
By pointing out what I had missed, it gave my soul a lift
How many times I'd past this place and even yet today
And never even noticed trees I'd passed along the way

I realized my thoughtlessness, such things I took for spite
Like something simple as a tree that always missed my sight
Here among the concrete of this busy, dirty, street
To find such things of beauty, so full of life, unique

My friend moved on but parted with a hand shake and a smile
I noticed I was smiling, and had been all the while
This stranger I had never met had truly blessed my life
I found I had forgotten of my hardships and my strife

So I share with you this story hoping it will help you too
To try and find the beauty in your life while passing through
For when you pause, and look around, one thing comes quite clear
It's not the destination, but the journey, to right here!

Have a wonderful day, friend

Such a wonderful write...very heart felt.

such a beautiful encouraging. Thank you.

Such a deep & thought provoking write.Well done my friend.

The journey is so rewarding,,, so giving,,

Beautiful

Very touching...

Thank you for sharing

A beautiful write, as is the Soul who wrote it!
(((S_S)))

A wonderful write as always,good job.Have missed you here

Ty for the gentle and important reminder