By Gabriel sepulveda The skies were grey, the winds - TopicsExpress

By Gabriel sepulveda The skies were grey, the winds enraged. A scattered storm was on its way. Driving slow. No place to go. Waiting on the drops of rain. I see a man his hair is white. With dirty clothes and worried eyes. I slow my car down to a stop, roll down my window to his side. I asked him where hes headed to, and if perhaps he needs a ride. He looked at me as if surprised, he stops and stares and smiles wide. Do you know what year it is? can you help me out young man. Its 2012. I said to him. And yes sir yes, of course I can. At this point had realized that this man had traveled far. I made the choice to lend a hand, Come sir get in my car! He sits down in the seat and closes both his eyes. The only sounds that can be heard are coming from outside. Too quiet for my liking I turn some music on. The man reacts and then he says I forgot about this song I turned to him. And asked him for his name and where hes from. He pursed his lips and clenched his fists as if Id just said something wrong. My name is not important. Where Im from you do not know. Ive been walking several hours and Im days away from home. I couldnt understand it. This man he made no sense. And by the way he used his words. The atmosphere was tense. Where were you going in this storm? He muttered in slow breath. I told him, do not laugh but I walk when Im depressed. Its rained a couple days now so I thought Id drive my car. But I guess that when your sad, It doesnt matter where you are. I dont know why I trusted him with such a personal remark. He laughed out loud and said to me I dont know where to start Ive lived my life in fear young man. Ive allowed myself to wait. As if one day my life would change soon as I met my fate. If theres anything you ever do. Then do just as I say. My words are wiser from my years, and times a price to pay. Love the ones who love you most. Youll miss them when their gone. Reply to every letter that you get from dad or mom. Cherish every second that you spend with your true love. Appreciate the fact that what you have comes from above. Banish all the people in your life that cause you pain. Embrace the ones who look for you and love you just the same. Keep dancing when youre all alone. Your talents have no boundaries. Write down all the inspiring thoughts that come when your most happy. Your life is what you make of it. Dont waste a night on greieving. Your hurt will pass, and love will last until your heart stops beating. Promise me youll do your best. Promise me youll try. Cause if you do, then youll create a different you and I. This stranger changed my life. This man had set me free. That Stange old man opened my eyes. That strange old man was me..