Don't worry if you have problems! Which is easy to say until you are in the midst of a really big one, I know.

But the only people I am aware of who don't have troubles are gathered in little neighborhoods. Most communities have at least one. We call them cemeteries. If you're breathing, you have difficulties.

It's the way of life. And believe it or not, most of your problems may actually be good for you! Let me explain.

Maybe you have seen the Great Barrier Reef, stretching some 1,800 miles from New Guinea to Australia. Tour guides regularly take visitors to view the reef.

On one tour, the guide was asked an interesting question. "I notice that the lagoon side of the reef looks pale and lifeless, while the ocean side is vibrant and colorful," a traveler observed. "Why is this?"

The guide gave an interesting answer: "The coral around the lagoon side is in still water, with no challenge for its survival. It dies early. The coral
on the ocean side is constantly being tested by wind, waves, storms-- surges of power. It has to fight for survival every day of its life. As it is challenged and tested, it changes and adapts. It grows healthy. It grows strong. And it reproduces."

Then he added this telling note: "That's the way it is with every living organism."

That is how it is with people! Challenged and tested, we come alive! Like coral pounded by the sea, we grow. Physical demands can cause us to grow stronger. Mental and emotional stress can produce tough-mindedness and resiliency. Spiritual testing can produce strength of character and faithfulness.

So, you have problems -- no problem! Just tell yourself, "There I grow again!"

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Nice, Mag.

I think the secret to the ocean side is whale spooge. Someone posted earlier that it's like 15 gallons at a shot on the pics board or something like that? Probably is to coral what conditioner is to hair. So if you want to grow, is the secret? Oh my... Don't say it... Never mind... Blushing now...

Nice Post MAG,
Robby, I for the most part enjoy your humour, But Whale Sperm compared to Hair conditioner??????
Is this personal experience or what?????????
Just jokin
Later
Dave (A.K.A. Homebrew)
P.S. I thought I was a bull**** artist, till I met you, I'm Not worthy, I'm not worthy.

Good timing for that post - Thanks.
BUD

Fantastic timing. I will be forwarding it immediatley.

Just don't send it to any oceanographers..........

Great Post Mag!

I really enjoyed it and took a lot of it to heart since I have been frequently challenged recently. Shut the Hell Up Robby - Well, you know what I mean.

Regards,



B