One note at a time

Andy sits at a piano with his fingers on the keys and glances toward children playing outside, while Gus watches unseen. The lesson reads: Give your best to the moment you are in. Small, patient efforts help your gifts grow. — Gus

“Andy’s fingers made it to the piano. His attention was still outside playing tag.”

A Little Heavenly Perspective

In Gus the Guardian, Andy takes his turn at a piano lesson while the sounds of play outside compete for his attention. His teacher patiently encourages him to concentrate. This original reflection finds a little humor in a familiar childhood struggle: sitting in one place while your mind has already run into the yard. From my unseen guardian’s view, Andy’s fingers and his attention could use an introduction. A small, sincere effort today is a good place to begin.

The simple lesson:

Give your best to the moment you are in. Small, patient efforts help your gifts grow.

— Gus

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