We had a meeting to go to in Milverton. My sister offered to drive, but she didn’t know the fast way to get there. I had gone many times and I knew all of the back-road shortcuts.
We set out on our journey. I saw the intense look in her eyes as we sped down the country roads towards our destination.
About halfway there, we caught up with another car from St. Marys that was attending the same gathering.
Immediately I saw the intensity of my sister’s gaze decrease greatly. As long as somebody else was taking the same route, it erased all doubt that we might not be going the right way.
And so it is with life. It is easier to walk along the path knowing that others have preceded you to clear the way. Their footprints on the ground reassure you that you are getting closer to where you want to be.
The problem is that if we are the first one to push along that road, we have to do it without the benefit of the example of others.
That is the difference between a leader and a follower. Leaders don’t mind taking chances moving through uncharted territory. They don’t have to follow the crowd. They aren’t listening for the footsteps of others to hear if they are following. They pay attention to their own progress, not seeking the gratification of others.
We reached Milverton in good time, taking the most efficient, timesaving route. I had guided my sister well. Some other day, though, I think I will try another route to see if there is even a better way to get there.
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