Admiration: A Lesson from the Zoo

My dear friends, today I want to share a story with you that holds a special place in my heart. It’s a tale about admiration, and it takes place in an unlikely setting – a zoo.

The Day at the Zoo

Many moons ago, when my children were still young, we took a family trip to the local zoo. The excitement was palpable as we walked through the entrance, greeted by the distant roars of lions and the chatter of monkeys.

As we wandered through the zoo, we came across a majestic elephant. This creature, with its wise eyes and gentle demeanor, immediately captured our attention.

The Majestic Elephant

The elephant stood tall and proud, its skin weathered by time and experience. As we watched, it moved with a grace that belied its size, each step a testament to its strength and resilience.

My youngest, barely five at the time, looked up at the elephant in awe. “Daddy,” he said, his voice filled with wonder, “I want to be strong like the elephant when I grow up.”

The Lesson of Admiration

That moment, my friends, was a lesson in admiration. My son, in his innocence, saw not just an elephant, but a symbol of strength and resilience. He admired the elephant, not for its size or its power, but for the qualities it represented.

Admiration, you see, is not about envy or desire. It’s about recognizing and appreciating the qualities in others that we aspire to cultivate in ourselves. It’s about seeing the best in others and using it as a guide to become the best version of ourselves.

So, the next time you find yourself admiring someone, ask yourself why. What qualities do they possess that you aspire to? Use your admiration as a compass, guiding you towards your own personal growth.

Remember, my friends, we are all students in the school of life. Let’s learn from each other and grow together.

Until next time,

Kev