"Why is the path always so difficult?" he asked.
"The path is only as difficult as you make it." Was the answer.
"But, I don't want it to be difficult, I am not making the path so!" He protested.
"Your desire for the path to be anything other than it is makes it difficult. Do not want anything, just walk the path with open eyes."
"But that is difficult!" He complained.
"There was a time in your life where taking one step after another was a joy. Remember that time."
"Yes," he said thoughtfully. "Hey! Look! A lovely bird! Let's get a little closer!"
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2 comments:
I could totally set a short story here!
That would be cool! I hope you do!
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