The Peanuts Oracle - 01 The Football

"When one door closes, another opens;
but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door
that we do not see the one which has opened for us." - Alexander Graham Bell.

Throughout life, we are presented many choices and many opportunities,
some easier to pursue than others. Like Charlie Brown with The Football,
sometimes we long for things that are simply unrealistic or unattainable,
and feel deeply burdened by this. So burdened in fact that, we see nothing
else but The Football. The Football looks so attractive, you can't help but
think how much better your life would be if you had it. The Football is a
missed opportunity, or perhaps an opportunity that simply will not
present itself to you, no matter how much you try to summon it.
For many people, seeking The Football is a strenuous battle
that can last for a lifetime, before finally learning its lesson. Step
back and take a long hard look at what has been laid out before you.
What do you feel like you're missing? Why do you feel like what you
have is not enough? Take some time to consider that what you seek
simply may not be meant for you.