Over the weekend, I embarked on a camping adventure, relishing the opportunity to temporarily disconnect from the demands of Buswell Biomedical, my book, and even this blog. While my past outdoor escapades with Gregg centered around hiking, he now treks alongside Penne, leaving me to explore alternative activities.
During this trip, I realized it had been ages since I last kindled a fire. Determined to revive this skill, I successfully ignited a flame. This experience served as a poignant reminder that I possessed capabilities instilled by my parents, even if I had chosen not to utilize them for an extended period.
Starting a fire traditionally involves gathering small sticks and easily flammable materials. As the flames catch onto these smaller components, larger pieces of wood are gradually added, creating a robust campfire. This process mirrors life – by consistently incorporating new elements into our routine, we foster personal growth. This philosophy extends beyond camping and can be applied to various endeavors like math, writing, or engineering. The notion that accomplishing one step enables us to tackle the next is akin to a fire consuming smaller sticks to burn larger ones.
Initially prepared to gather small sticks, I discovered alternative, more streamlined methods for starting a fire, which involved “fire-starting” tools. Embracing this "new-to-me" approach simplified the process significantly. While I acknowledge the value of the "OLD WAY," I've decided to embrace this modern technique for its efficiency. The experience prompted me to contemplate communication through smoke signals, highlighting the evolution of methods over time.
In the future, I won't adhere to the traditional method, but I will continue expanding my capabilities by tackling increasingly larger challenges, much like feeding larger sticks to a growing campfire.
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