Make Meaning

As the sun began to set over the quiet town, Sarah stood by the window, pondering her next move. Her life had been a series of decisions — some big, some small, but all equally important. That afternoon, she had received a job offer from a prestigious firm, but it required her to make a major move across the country. It wasn’t an easy decision. She had to make sure it was the right choice for her career, and for her family. Her brother Mark had always been the impulsive one. He didn’t hesitate to make bold decisions, no matter the consequences. 'You should just go for it,' he’d told her earlier, 'This could make all the difference.' Sarah had spent the last few hours contemplating the advice, weighing the pros and cons. She wanted to make the right decision, but the pressure was mounting. Later that evening, as Sarah sat with a cup of tea, her phone buzzed. It was a text from her old friend, Lisa: 'I just made a huge breakthrough at work! I can’t wait to share the news!' Sarah smiled. It made her think about the path she had taken. Was it too late for her to make a mark in a new industry? Her thoughts were interrupted by a knock on the door. It was her neighbor, Mrs. Evans, a kind elderly woman who often made her way to Sarah’s house for a chat. 'I made you a pie,' Mrs. Evans said with a smile, 'I thought you might need some comfort.' Sarah laughed, accepting the gift. The familiar aroma of the pie made her feel at ease, but it didn’t help with the decision at hand. The next day, Sarah went for a walk to clear her mind. She had made up her mind. She wouldn’t rush into this decision. She would take her time, but ultimately, she knew she had to make a choice that was right for her. That evening, Sarah called the company and made her decision. She wasn’t moving across the country just yet. Instead, she would take the time to grow in her current position. She smiled, feeling at peace with the decision she had made. 'Sometimes, it’s about making sure you’re ready for the next step,' she thought as she hung up the phone. In the end, Sarah realized that making a decision wasn’t about making the right choice immediately — it was about making a decision that felt right for her, in her own time.