Building Bountifulness: A Lesson from a Sandcastle

Dear friends, today I’d like to share a story from my youth, a simple tale about making a sandcastle. But as with all stories, it’s not just about the sand and the castle, it’s about the lessons we learn along the way. This particular tale taught me about bountifulness and the joy of giving.

The Sandcastle

As a young lad, I spent my summers by the seaside. One sunny afternoon, I set out to build the grandest sandcastle the beach had ever seen. I worked tirelessly, shaping the towers and carving the moat. As the castle took shape, I felt a sense of pride swell within me.

The Unexpected Visitor

Just as I was putting the finishing touches on my masterpiece, a little girl approached. She watched in awe, her eyes wide with wonder. After a moment, she asked if she could help. I hesitated. This was my castle. But something in her hopeful gaze made me relent. I handed her a small spade and together, we added a few more towers to the castle.

The Lesson

As the sun began to set, we stepped back to admire our work. The castle was indeed grand, but the joy I felt was not from the castle itself. It was from sharing the experience with someone else. I realized then that the true joy in life comes not from what we accumulate, but from what we give. That’s the essence of bountifulness.

Applying Bountifulness in Life

As we journey through life, let’s remember the sandcastle. Let’s remember to share our time, our knowledge, and our resources. Let’s remember that the more we give, the more joy we receive. That’s the beauty of bountifulness.

So, my dear friends, I encourage you to build your own ‘sandcastles’ and remember to share them with others. The joy you’ll find in giving is the most bountiful treasure of all.

Until next time,

Kev