Exuberance: The Day I Joined the Circus

Dear friends, today I want to share a tale from my youth, a story that taught me the true meaning of exuberance. It’s a story about the time I joined a circus. Yes, you read that right. So, sit back, relax, and let me take you on a journey back in time.

The Call of the Circus

It was the summer of ’65. I was a young lad, full of energy and curiosity. One day, a colorful poster caught my eye. “The Greatest Show on Earth“, it proclaimed. The circus was in town! The thought of it filled me with an inexplicable joy, a feeling I later came to know as exuberance.

Joining the Circus

On a whim, I decided to join the circus. I was drawn to the vibrant energy, the laughter, the spectacle. It was a world far removed from my everyday life. I was hired as a general hand, doing everything from setting up tents to feeding the animals.

Lessons in Exuberance

It was in the circus that I truly understood what exuberance meant. It wasn’t just about being happy or excited. It was about embracing life with open arms, about finding joy in the smallest of things, about living each day as if it were a grand adventure.

The circus performers were the embodiment of exuberance. They lived their lives on the edge, performing death-defying stunts with a smile on their faces. They taught me that life is not about playing it safe, but about taking risks and making the most of every moment.

Carrying the Lesson Forward

My time with the circus was short-lived, but the lessons I learned have stayed with me. Exuberance is not just a feeling, it’s a way of life. It’s about embracing the unknown, about finding joy in the journey, not just the destination.

So, my dear friends, I urge you to live your life with exuberance. Embrace the unknown, take risks, and find joy in every moment. Remember, life is not a spectator sport. It’s a grand adventure, waiting to be explored.

Until next time,

Kev