This morning, I was leaving the gym just as Sharon was walking in.
She works out at the same place I do, and we live in the same medium-sized town, which means we’ve bumped into each other over the years at various functions.
We stopped for a chat.
Sharon is 87, slight of build, incredibly spry, and carries a smile that shines like a 300-watt bulb.
I noticed her vanity plate. It read “LUVLIFE,” so I asked her to give me the best piece of advice she had ever received.
“Oh, that’s a good one.”
She pursed her lips and thought for a moment.
“I guess it’s being grateful for everything you get in life.”
I asked, “Did somebody tell you that, or did you figure it out along the way?”
The smile came back.
“I guess I learned it along the way.”
One of the tricks I’ve discovered in life is finding people who are older and seem to be living a good life. Then, out of curiosity, I ask them for advice.
It works pretty well.
So I thought I’d share Sharon’s story today.
I’ll probably keep asking her questions over the weeks ahead.
I think she’s got a lot to teach me.
Find your story.
Live your story.
Teach your story.
And have a great day!
