Of journey and lessons in 15 minutes...

I have seen and heard many people preaching philosophies about life. Many find it in television while most find it in books. For me, I find myself encountering the philosophy every morning on my way to the office.

I stay in Babesa and travel to office with my sister in her car. It’s just 15 minutes drive till my office. However, I never thought that the lesson of life would be encapsulated in those 15 minutes.

Life is a journey, they say and my journey starts with a gentle slope climb. Life is not so hard so we move on. Soon we are on the meandering road – life is full of twists and turns. In turnings, we go slowly. At times, taking the same road for granted, we go faster. Unexpected, we meet a car from the other side– life is full of surprises.

At times, the road is narrow and a vehicle approaches from the other side. We stop; drive back a little for the other car to pass. In life, we have to stop and reflect on our past deeds. We have to trace back sometimes, even when we are down to create a space to move on.
Next, we are on the expressway along with other speeding cars. We join the race of life. In life, no one is alone. We over take a car - life is a competition. But this time, the speed of life fluctuates and those better than us will leave us behind.

Then it’s an uphill climb near the Lungtenzampa. With gears down, we slowly ascend. Life is slow but steady. Once on the top, we pick up the speed again. We enter the town, a bustling place. We move under the direction of the traffic police - Life has rules for smooth flow.
Few minutes later, as we near the office, the gate opens and smiling faces greet. I reach office but I have to leave immediately for coverage. I move again...
Well, that’s why for me, life is a journey, not a destination...