Rectitude and the Baby Shower: A Lesson from the Past

Dear friends, I’d like to share a tale from my past, a story that taught me a great deal about rectitude. It’s a story about a baby shower, an event that, on the surface, might seem an unlikely setting for such a lesson. But, as I’ve often found, life’s most profound teachings can come from the most unexpected places.

The Unexpected Invitation

Many moons ago, I received an invitation to a baby shower. Now, you might be thinking, “Kev, what’s so unusual about that?” Well, the invitation was from a young woman I barely knew. She was a distant relative of a friend, and we’d only met once or twice. Yet, there it was, a handwritten invitation asking me to join in the celebration of her upcoming bundle of joy.

The Decision to Attend

After some contemplation, I decided to attend. Not because I felt obligated, but because I sensed that this young woman, in her own way, was reaching out. Perhaps she saw in me a grandfatherly figure, or perhaps she simply wanted to fill the room with as many well-wishers as possible. Whatever her reasons, I felt it was the right thing to do.

The Lesson of Rectitude

As I walked into that baby shower, I was struck by the warmth and joy in the room. This young woman, barely more than a child herself, was stepping into the role of motherhood with grace and courage. And in her actions, I saw a clear demonstration of rectitude.

Rectitude, my friends, is more than just doing what’s right. It’s about aligning your actions with your inner values, even when it’s difficult. It’s about staying true to yourself and your principles, no matter what life throws your way. And this young woman, in her decision to embrace motherhood and reach out to others for support, was showing rectitude in its purest form.

Carrying the Lesson Forward

So, what can we take away from this story? Simply this: Rectitude is not a trait reserved for the grand gestures and heroic acts. It’s something we can practice every day, in every decision we make. Whether it’s deciding to attend a baby shower or standing up for what’s right, we all have the opportunity to live with rectitude.

And remember, my friends, it’s not the size of the act that matters, but the heart behind it. So, let’s strive to live with rectitude, to align our actions with our values, and to make this world a little bit better, one small act at a time.

Until next time,

Kev