Henry David Thoreau - Happiness is like a butterfly; the more you chase it, the more it will elude you. But if you turn your attention to other things, it will come and sit softly on your shoulder
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Welcome to The Daily Quote – a podcast designed to kickstart your day in a positive way. I'm your host, Andrew McGivern for November 28th.
Today’s national holiday is a treat for both the soul and the stomach. It’s National French Toast Day! A day to celebrate that golden-brown masterpiece of breakfast – the perfect blend of crispy, soft, and just a little sweet. French toast is proof that even humble ingredients, like day-old bread, can be transformed into something extraordinary.
And that transformation ties perfectly to today’s quote from Henry David Thoreau:
"Happiness is like a butterfly; the more you chase it, the more it will elude you. But if you turn your attention to other things, it will come and sit softly on your shoulder."
French toast, of all things, is a bit like that butterfly. It’s not a fancy soufflé or a pretentious dish that takes hours to master. It’s simple, humble, and surprisingly joyful. You don’t chase French toast; you let it happen. You dip, you fry, you savor. And just like that butterfly, happiness arrives – softly, unexpectedly, in the form of a warm bite drenched in syrup.
Thoreau’s wisdom reminds us that happiness isn’t about running after big, elusive moments. It’s about finding joy in what’s right in front of us – the small, quiet pleasures we sometimes overlook. French toast is one of those small joys. It’s not trying to impress anyone; it just exists to make your morning better.
So today, celebrate the simple things. Whether it’s French toast or something else that warms your heart, let happiness come to you. Slow down, breathe, and savor whatever brings you joy. And remember: sometimes, the best things in life are waiting in your kitchen, right next to the eggs and bread.
That’s all for today’s episode. I hope you find a little happiness, whether it’s in breakfast or the beauty of a quiet moment. Thanks for spending time with me on The Daily Quote. I’ll see you tomorrow for more inspiration. Take care, and may happiness – like French toast – find its way to your plate.
And I'll see you tomorrow, same pod time, same pod station for another Daily Quote.