A Day at the Beach: A Lesson in Mildness

As the sun rose over the horizon, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink, I found myself reminiscing about a particular day at the beach. It was a day that taught me a valuable lesson in mildness. A lesson that I wish to share with you today, dear reader.

The Day That Was

It was a day like any other, the sun was shining, the waves were gently lapping against the shore, and the air was filled with the salty tang of the sea. I was there with my grandchildren, their laughter echoing through the air as they built sandcastles and chased after seagulls.

But amidst the joy and laughter, a sudden squall appeared. The once gentle waves turned into monstrous walls of water, the wind howled, and the sky darkened. Panic ensued as everyone rushed to pack their belongings and seek shelter.

The Lesson Learned

But amidst the chaos, I noticed something. The sea, which was now a raging tempest, was still the same sea that was gently lapping against the shore just moments ago. It was a stark reminder of the duality of nature, and life itself.

Just like the sea, we too have our moments of calm and chaos. But it’s during these moments of chaos that we need to remember our inherent mildness. To not let the storm within us take over, but to remain calm, composed, and mild.

Mildness is not about being weak or submissive. It’s about being strong enough to remain calm in the face of adversity. It’s about having the courage to face the storm, knowing that it will pass, and that the calm will return.

Embrace Mildness

So, the next time you find yourself in the midst of a storm, remember the sea. Remember its mildness amidst the chaos. And know that you too have the same mildness within you. Embrace it, and let it guide you through the storm.

Remember, life is a beach, and we are but grains of sand, shaped and molded by the waves of time. So, let’s be like the sea, calm and mild, even in the face of the storm.

Until next time, dear reader. Stay mild, stay strong.

Kev