Obstacles in Your Way?

So I have been looking forward to this Winter Gala ball,I dressed up pretty as a  barbie doll when down came the pouring rain. Not only that, the person with whom I was attending the ball  did not turn up at the appointed time or called to say what happened. At that moment I began to feel anxious. I had two choices. Forget the ball and stay home in my warm and safe condo or get out in the rain and drive my self to the ball. I chose the latter. Little did I know what laid ahead. By the way the person did call and apologized . He too was caught up in heavy traffic because of the heavy rain.

On my way to the ball the rain was still pouring, lightening was flashing, sirens were flying past, left right and center. By this time I was wondering whether or not I should return home. I kept driving for a long time but just could not find the place where I was going. To make  a long story short. I was lost! Even though I was lost I was determined to go to the ball. You see I had paid a price for the ball and I was not going to let my money go wasted. I must confess here that I got lost three times before I finally found the place. Again, I was tempted to go home and not attend the ball.
After composing myself and thinking of the wonderful time I would be having at the ball, instead of the rain or my being lost, I finally found the place. I took several deep breaths, offered a word of prayer for guidance, smiled and started singing.

Because of my positive attitude and perseverance I attended the ball even though I was an hour late. I enjoyed a delicious meal, met several new friends and listened to good music.My friend, even though he was very late came also and joined the fun. At the end of the night the sky was clear and I was happy.

What are your dreams and goals? What obstacles are in your way? What is preventing you from reaching them? Winners don't quit. Quitters don't win! When you have clear and defined goals obstacles will come your way. You will then have two choices, quit or persevere. May I encourage you to chose the latter and enjoy success.