Counting Stars

I was walking back from choir practice, and looked up to see one bright star standing out against the navy blue of the night sky.

Prior to this I had been tossing thoughts of where to continue my education - India or Canada - over in my head. And a realisation dawned on me. At the end of the day, what is the one basic necessity we all have as humans? Happiness. To be happy. And I questioned - what makes me happy? What brings me the most joy?

Being among family and friends. Being with good people. Laughing. Singing. Hugging. The simplest and most beautiful exchange of love. And happiness.

So I came to the conclusion, that no matter where I study, or where I work, if i am surrounded by the people I love, I shall truly be happy and satisfied.

I looked up at the sky, and I told myself that if I find ten stars shining down, despite the bright city lights, I will be happy all my life. Straining hard I managed to, somtimes wondering if I really did count a star.

I walked into my building telling myself that I have counted a star, even though it may be difficult to see.

And I walked into my building believing I would always be happy.