My Journey

I am still on my pursuit of trying to write an article a day in my blog for a year. The feedback from some is that they enjoy reading it.

There have been some days when I couldn’t wait to get to my computer and start writing. Other days have been rather ordinary. Sometimes I have had to drag myself to my office, staring at the monitor until some idea hits my brain. A few times, I just didn’t have it in me at all.

Today it struck me that it is a lot like taking a journey.

In the beginning, I was all fired up and had lots of energy. The vast wealth of ideas that are in my life was untapped. Every new day was fresh and the thrill of the project kept the juices flowing.

As time went on, some of that energy waned. The well of potential articles dried up. Each day meant pressing on towards the destination step by step. Often nothing that exciting happened to stimulate me to write anything profound. It’s like the feeling of being on a major highway like the 401. The scenery goes by, but it isn’t really that memorable. Still, once in a while something happens that wakes me up and is quite profound.

Along the way, I have encountered situations and people who have been sources of inspiration.

And I keep pressing on towards the destination. I have come this far. The end is near, so I might as well keep pressing on. When the year is finished, I will still probably write in my blog, but only when I feel moved to do so. I will certainly have a bit of a celebration to make the end of the journey.

This journey has been a lot like life, too. Between the highlights there is a lot of ordinary stuff that has to be dealt with. It is not all fireworks, but that doesn’t mean we don’t try to light off a few along the way.

It’s sort of like owning a dog and being a responsible owner. The pooch may be a great source of joy, but once in awhile you have to pick up the dog poop.

The funny part in all of this is that I have no idea how many hitchhikers I have picked up along the way. Some may just stay for part of the trip. A few have read every article. Those who have sent notes of encouragement have been appreciated, sort of like stopping at a rest stop along the way for a bite to eat, a washroom break and stretching the legs.

Regardless, I will reach the end and we will see what happens. I have thoughts of compiling the best and see if they could be published. A reader from Japan has already told me that she will order a book. Thank you, Nelly. Meanwhile, for those who are my passengers, I hope that you are enjoying the drive.