I was sitting in the bleachers watching my four year old grandson play baseball recently. His team consisted of all boys, except one brave, determined little girl. She struggled to hit the ball the entire game, until her final at bat. With the bases loaded she managed to hit a groundball and make it safely to first base. A run scored that helped her team win the game.
In the team huddle after the game, the coach presented the little girl with the game ball. She broke into a joyous smile that was bright enough to light up the world. She excitedly ran to the backstop screen to proudly show the ball to her family in the stands. She was so thrilled.
There were other players on the team that had played a better game. But the coach knew that acknowledging the little girl in this way would bring her joy. It occurred to me that’s what life should be all about. Bringing joy to others. Everybody was happy for that sweet child and broke out into applause for her.
Because joy is contagious.
Thank you for sharing. wonderful story and lesson.