This is my favorite post I have ever read. I feel David is talking my story! I try to keep it in mind daily as I hike to the summit! SEE YOU AT THE TOP!
Adam
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The Mountain Of Life:
From Titotiger on 7/20/2010 11:28:42 AM
THE MOUNTAIN OF LIFE
by David L. Weatherford.
A young boy stood at the foot of an unimaginably
enormous mountain. It was so tall he could not see the top. For a long
while, he stared at the huge piece of earth, contemplating the challenge
of climbing the mountain. Not far away, he spotted an old man. He
approached the man and asked him about the mountain and what would be
required to successfully scale the great obstacle. The old man, it
turned out, had for many years watched as countless others navigated
their way up the mountain, and he offered the wisdom of his years to the
youngster.
"This is the mountain of life, young fellow," he
began. "Everyone must face the challenge of the mountain; some will
reach the summit, but many will fall. I cannot tell you how to reach the
top, for each climber must find his own way. But I will share with you
10 laws that apply to climbing the mountain of life." He then went on to
recite them to the young boy:
1. While many people believe there is only one path
to the mountaintop, this is not so. Indeed there are many routes that
lead there. It is not the path chosen that is key, but rather the way in
which one travels.
2.If you stop to whine every time you step on a pebble, you will never reach the top.
3.The
best climbers are those who stop to help pull up others who are
struggling. It seems to strengthen their arms and legs when they lift
others, making themselves more powerful climbers.
4.The difficulties and disappointments faced during
the trek to the top will lead to many questions. As you ponder the
mysteries of the mountain, take comfort in knowing that all questions
will be answered at the summit.
5.The endeavor goes best for those who make the
climb with a sense of purpose and presence. It is possible to find
purpose in learning, growing and helping as one moves toward the
destination; and there is joy in being fully present in each moment,
enjoying the beautiful sights and experiences along the way.
6.It is well known that the journey up the mountain
varies greatly over time. At times it is pleasant and calm, with cool
winds and shade; other times, rocky and treacherous, with long periods
of darkness and rain. The successful climbers learn to accept it
all--appreciating and savoring the good times, while discovering their
strength and will in the hard times.
7.Some will be lazy or misguided and will fail to
make the required effort to reach the top. They will play, loaf, and
indulge themselves never getting far from the foothills. They will
forget the benefits of the hard, but wondrous pilgrimage and never know
the rewards gathered at the joyful destination.
8.Remember,everyone you meet on the uphill journey
is struggling with the mountain just as you are. You can never know what
heavy burdens they must carry with them as they try to find their way.
It serves no purpose to discourage, criticize, or judge anyone else. If
you can help someone, do it--but never let your treatment of others add
to their burden.
9.Because of the adverse conditions that occur along
parts of the trip, accompanied by periods of discouragement and even
hopelessness, one requires faith to transverse the most arduous aspects
of the climb. How else can one navigate in darkness, find his or her way
back after being lost, and stay strong when the specter of failure
rises up again and again?
10.The Maker of the Mountain waits at the
mountaintop to receive those who make their way to the summit of
serenity. Wise climbers learn to talk in their hearts to the Maker as
they travel, that they might receive an internal light to warm them when
they are cold, and guide them when they are in darkness.
And with that said, the old man wished the lad well
on his effort to ascend the great mountain. The youngster thanked him
and walked away to begin the climb. And under his breath the old man
said softly, "I hope I will see you at the top, my child."
And I know that I will.....
See You At The Top
Dave
2,656 Days Quit
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