If we want the flame of our passion to light, we have to remain still.

In order to create a flame, we hold a match in one position on the kindling until it lights. Similarly, if we are going to light the flame of passion for a particular aspect of life, we'll want to remain still long enough to allow it to catch fire. However, in our crazy society, people are moving so fast, they don't have time to consider anything in much depth. They are like a match that continually jumps around, unable to stay in one place long enough to light the flame. At least a few of us have to try living at a slower pace to help ensure the possibility that passion might remain vibrant and strong in our culture. But can the fast-movers even see our flame long enough to light their own? If not, are we any longer even relevant?

Photo: Ponderosa Pine and ruddy cliffs, Red Mountain Open Space, CO; October 19, 2013

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