To see growth is an accomplishment by itself. To celebrate that growth requires pause. To pause is to make a choice.

A temple makes for an unlikely gift candidate. However, that notion proved no obstruction to the generosity of Egypt after receiving help from the U. S. to move some of their historical monuments to safety as Egypt embarked on constructing a large dam. How the temple made it to the U. S. and eventually to…

A sapling sprouted in a secluded forrest. Time passes and roots begin to extend. Upon discovering a pocket of water, which consistently captures moisture from the morning dew, the sapling grew. The predictability of the water pocket makes for security, but not one that provides for long term growth. Quickly the water source is insufficient…

You can typically do something about it. Whether that’s take a break. Ask for help. Or seek out feedback. It might get worse before it gets better; but find condolence that there’s typically something you can do about it.

Create your own yard stick, not marked by conventional wisdom but bearing unique attributes. It’s refined and polished over time as you see the wisdom and folly in those around you. A day comes where you see there’s growth and the joy you feel is increasing.