To Light The Way

Our path is not always clear. We all go through life trying to attain goals. As we come to so many forks in the road we do our best to make right decisions. The tools at our disposal may be limited. Intellect, instinct and past mistakes all help to guide us to, what we hope will be, the best outcome. Sometimes these things are not enough and we must look toward others to light the way.

Throughout history there have been famous names. These individuals have been recognized for their humanitarian efforts. Although we may be inspired by their stories these are not the people that directly affect us. What they accomplished was on such a grand scale that most of us cannot truly relate. I believe that it is the everyday person that adds value to our lives.

We interact with them everyday. There is the person who hands you something you dropped. On the road we find the good samaritan who will let us into the lane. Others bring even more benefit to our lives. Acquaintances offer us good advice borne from a quick conversation. Even strangers might notice our plight and offer invaluable assistance. My point is that it is the everyman that helps us without us ever realizing it.

I see these human beings as shining lights. They help to illuminate parts of our path as we travel. Some may call them angels but my view is more grounded. There are those whom are special and they are dispersed throughout the world. They are like lanterns whose inner glow helps to stave off the darkness that threatens to engulf us. Bad people make bad things happen. Life has always been, in some basic sense, about the struggles we face daily. This is why I am thankful for these bright spots we encounter when we most need them.