Trickle, trickle

Colleagues,

MVP: Small things are worth celebrating

The 3,000 foot climb up Great Dun Fell on day 11 of our hike is considered the most challenging climb of the entire Pennine Way.

In addition to the elevation gain, we had a long day in front of us and it was blisteringly hot.

My energy was low, I struggled through much of the day, and for the first time during the trip my presence evaporated as my tired mind retreated into itself.

As I took one of my frequent pauses that day, I realized I could hear water.

Looking sideways, I noticed a small stream going downhill. It had been and would continue to accompany me most of the way up.

It was small, but the water created a symphony of sound as it burbled and gurgled across rocks in a hundred miniature waterfalls.

My spirit soared.

This was just one of many times that the awesomeness of something small touched my soul.

I have come to appreciate that the small things are every bit as special as the big things because small things:

• Are more abundant
• Can be just as impactful
• Are the genesis of the big things

Today’s intention: Pay attention and find something small but good to celebrate.


Cheers!

Frederick