The Carpenter Lady

The words that resonate most with me are 'when I grow up' -- and not in the tongue-in-cheek sort of way. It is that principle of growing that fascinates me. That idea that we grow as we choose to grow. The entirety of that phrases hinges not on a presumption of growth, but a presumption of choice. It is the beauty of the idea that not only do we grow, but that we choose the direction and goal of the growth.

There is such power and character in that idea and ideal. Particularly when a person of strength, such as yourself, makes such a wonderful choice in direction - like that of your mother. I admire that and strive to be like that myself. It is inspiring to meet people like you.