LESSONS FROM A GOAT
A friend told me "The animal I love and probably will continue to love is the goat"
Goat?! I couldn't even begin to imagine what likeness someone would ever have for such a stubborn creature.
I was about to voice out my opinion when she surprised me with her next comment.
"The goat is the only animal you will chase away and it will yet come back. No matter how hard you try, it will always try to return"
Then, I stopped to think.
I looked at the goat from the angle of DETERMINATION and not STUBBORNESS.
Determination is the only factor that will continually make you rise to your feet no matter how many times you fall and no matter how hard the fall.
This was my first major lesson from the goat.
Be determined.
Be courageous.
No matter what life throws at you, do not be dismayed.
Even if you fall, take a deep breath and rise on your feet.
You can do it, yes you can.
GO FOR IT
My next lesson, don't judge people from your first perspective of them.
I have always looked at the goat from its stubborn nature.
I have never for once,thought of its determination.
First looks might be deceptive,
But I tell you, it is not instructive, neither is it conclusive.
Instead of judging that lady by her dressing,
Why don't you move close to her and know her better?
You never can tell, she might need your help.
That guy looks so irresponsible,
But have you ever thought of him as someone who needs a friend to talk to.
Help someone in need,
For a friend in NEED is a friend INDEED.
