A single step


I wish this photo showed exactly how beautiful these wild flowers were on the side of the trail. They almost seemed to be glowing as if holding onto the sunlight. This quote from Chinese philosopher Lao Tse was the first quote that I read that really stuck with me. Sometimes life and all that comes with it seems like such a challenge. It’s nice to look at it as a journey and that everything we do is a step that will get us where we need to be. The beginning usually is the hardest part so that single step makes the walk so much easier. When you have to go on such a long journey, it make such a difference to look at each step individually rather than the giant staircase/trail/etc. that lies ahead of you. Besides, the journey’s the best part. I hope you have a splendid weekend!

Comments

Colleen / Inspired to Share
14 May 2011 - 3:20 am

What a beautiful post! It’s so true that often the first step is the hardest. It does help to think of life as a journey when I get frustrated and downtrodden. Hoping you have a cheery weekend! xo

Brandi {not your average ordinary}
14 May 2011 - 3:52 am

Sometimes, if the journey isn’t hard the destination isn’t worth it. I do like how the journey shapes us and teaches us and reminds us to have goals but stay present in the moment. Happy weekend, Eva!

Susan
14 May 2011 - 7:55 pm

So true, and I kinda needed to be reminded of that this weekend.

Pilar
16 May 2011 - 5:00 am

thanks for this post, very inspirational. taking things a step at a time is really necessary so thank you for reminding me. hope you had a wonderful weekend. xoxo

Kristina
16 May 2011 - 10:17 am

Lovely picture (aren’t wildflowers the most prettiest thing ever??) and a great quote! so true! happy monday!

Deanna {My Latest Excuse}
16 May 2011 - 5:06 pm

Thanks for the great reminder, Eva! It’s impossible *not* to be discouraged when you focus on your distance from the end result rather than your progress in getting there.

Rachael
16 May 2011 - 8:44 pm

That’s a great quote. I never really looked that deep into it before, but that really says where I am, right now in my life. And it’s good to read it and remind myself the truth of it.

Ashley
17 May 2011 - 12:40 am

Beautiful photo- you’re so talented

Misty :)
18 May 2011 - 2:43 pm

I love this quote and the picture is absolutely gorgeous! And I definitely agree on the first step (and the beginning) being the hardest part of the journey. Once you get past the first few steps though, they do get easier. And when you do get to your final destination (at least for that journey anyway) it will all be worth it. I know with my whole diet/exercise, it has been really difficult for me to actually do it. I’m not really motivated and part of me just doesn’t want to. But I know once I start, it will get easier and I will be MUCH happier once I get where I want to be with this. I know I just have to make myself do it and keep at it until it becomes a habit. Thanks for this quote though! It has definitely made me think about the different journeys I have ahead of me and no matter where they take me, the hard work will all be worth it in the end! 🙂





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