This is a life lesson it was about a king who issued a proclamation calling for a national marathon. The winner would be awarded all the land that he covered, declared the king. There was great excitement in the kingdom. Among his subjects was a poor peasant, who saw this race as the opportunity of a lifetime -- his one chance to become rich. He practiced day and night -- he was determined to win. His wife called out to him. "Not now," he said, "wait until I win!" His sons and daughters tried to catch his attention, and to them too, he gave the same response. His friends and neighbors called for his help, but he was so focused on his running that he never even heard them. His ailing old father cried out in pain, but he never heard his plea. "When the race is won and the land is mine," he told himself, "I will attend to everyone." He was determined to win and become rich -- and win he did! He was led to the king to collect his reward. His life dream would now be fulfilled. But no sooner did he arrive at the palace than he collapsed and died.
Posted on: Thu, 25 Jul 2013 18:03:58 +0000
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