The beauty of wisdom often increases with age.

 

These tough old Limber Pine trees inspire me to remember that the beauty of wisdom often increases with age.  Young people these days crave true mentors who are capable of inspiring hope in the midst of life's challenges.  Will the rest of us rise to the occasion?

Photo: Limber Pines weathering a windstorm on The Loch; Rocky Mountain National Park, CO; January 28, 2014