Changing lanes

I was driving home tonight and found myself behind a large coach bus.

I changed lanes, increasing my speed, then...BRAKE! A slower car cut in front of me while the coach sped on ahead next to me.

Changing back to the lane I was in, I found myself behind the bus once again, going slower than I'd wanted.

Normally at this point, I curse, or at least feel instantly anxious. But a new thought occurred to me.

"Jean. You don't need to change lanes. There's no hurry."

Ha.

I was struck by how applicable that thought was in several aspects of my life.

Sometimes, you need to change lanes. Sometimes, the lane you're in will get you where you need to go, but maybe not at the speed you want. Sometimes, there's a giant bus in the way. But if you pay attention and check the mirrors, you'll get there. No problem.