Abandoned

When I visited a small island in Nonthaburi where I live, I noticed a house that was abandoned. I took the opportunity to get closer though there was a fence and took a shot of what was inside. The whole place was a mess, left by time, as no caretaker had given the place its needed maintenance.

It was a great house, a typical Thai house seen in most provinces. The greatness of the structure was eaten up by time and neglect. It was a pity to simply leave the house to rot.

Some people are born with nothing but their determination, faith or sheer courage. These people often succeed in life because they have the will. Some people are born with material wealth and grandeur yet some, because of their desire to live in excess, fails to continue their good faith. Some people are born with intelligence and beauty. However, there had been issues of negligence and abuse whatsoever, thus the fall. 

When I see that the product of my teaching brings good vibes to my career, I continue to strive for excellence. When you see people appreciate your talent, acknowledge their compliments. When we receive grace from God, share them and give thanks. We do not want to be great today and gone tomorrow. We do not want to be wise today and senile the next. We want to be better, if not the best. 

Our abandonment of what's good offer regrets. Our abandonment of what's given brings forth loss. Treasure what you have: your health, your family, your career, your friends and your faith. If we ever wander, always remember to go back.