Months ago I befriended a girl in transition and we became like sisters. In my talks with her, I began to tap the inner philosopher ( as I am wont to do in emotional times) and the result was this..a simple musing.
We all have a path to walk..all of us have different paths, but sometimes our paths cross each other, or even run parallel..In addition, we each bear a lantern to light our paths.
If my path and yours bring us into contact, I have a choice to make. I can shine my light on your path, and make your steps safer...or I can try to knock the lantern from your hand.
If I knock your lantern away, what have I gained? I must walk the rest of my path with the memory of what I did. But if I shine my light on your path, I have gained a friend..and with that friend a light that will be there to shine if my path grows darker.
I believe that with sameness comes stagnancy. Each time we meet someone who is different from us, we are blessed with an opportunity to grow as a person.
Well there you have it. Not exactly poetry, but I try to live by these words.
Thank you for reading.
Jonna
