A Fork in the Road

During my jog yesterday, I came across a fork in the running track, a choice to go left or right, up or down. The setting sun lit up the trees and surrounding countryside, making a beautiful scene and an irresistible photo opportunity.
One thing I ponder often is how many forks in the road we come to in our lives. Key decision points in our life, where we make a decision to figuratively go "left or right". It is possible to recall many such decision points that we have encountered along the way. And to reflect on whether we made the right decision or not.
For me, I often think about those small decisions that made a big difference to my life. Good case in point, I decided to go with some friends to a pub one night, as they were bringing along some girls (young ladies) who were new to the town and keen to make some friends. 30 years later, I am still with one of those young ladies, who became my wife and "life partner". A simple decision to go out turned my life around in a profound and amazing way. What would have happened if I had opted to stay at home? Who would I be with now? Would I be as happy or content as I have been? Would I have had the chance to raise three beautiful, bustling boys?
Some years later, I got word that a job was on offer in the US, in Philadelphia. We decided to apply for the position and ultimately got the job. A simple application resulted in an amazing time living in a far away land, enjoying that unique experience and raising a young family over there. A life changing experience, no doubt.
Let's not dwell on every decision we make, but also let's make good decisions in our every day circumstances. These decisions CAN AND DO make a profound impact on how we live our lives, the people we meet and the things we do. So decide well, my friends!
Have a GREAT day!
Lucky Phil