I played tennis after a really long time. I was rusty but hit the ball better than expected. Tennis is such a beautiful game. It is a potent mix of power and finesse. The inside out forhand, the backhand slice, the top spin serve, the smash, the drop volley and the lob make this racquet game a thrill to play and a treat to watch.
I played for about an hour and a half. I felt good.
And then, my cousin told me about the coach’s son. He was born with a problem in his brain. I was stunned. This coach of mine, whom I know since my 12th standard, is an amazing person. I have not seen him angry even once. He has a smile on his face all the time and is equipped with bundles of patience. He deserves the very best in life. And yet, life hasn’t been a fairytale for him.
That made think for 2 minutes. What makes this man get up every day at 5.30 and head to the court to teach kids of all ages this beautiful game?This man is hurting and yet, is smiling all the time. He is approachable.He is ready to help.
I headed home thinking life’s been good for a lot of us. Loving parents,good friends and a world full of possibilities. If only we could value what we have without chasing something all the time.
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absolutely true......instead of thinking what we dont have or what we miss, we rather think about how lucky we have been to have all that we have now.........
You are left with a choice with your memories either to cherish or to suffer....it is left to you as to how u want to live with it...
S is for self pity and S is for suffering......but ths S for smile can make you forget the past and lead you into S for success
well said....
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