Speak Softly, But Carry A Big Stick

When Gandalf stood on the bridge of Khazad Dum with the Balrog looming over him and the Fellowship, ready to devour them in eternal flame, the Grey Wizard didn’t run and hide, but made the ultimate sacrifice so his friends could continue their quest. That’s right, he stayed behind. Most of us are wrapped up in the hustle and bustle of modern life and have so many things competing for our attention that we’re more likely to think about our own lives first before giving concern to others . But while we’re progressing merrily along, others are falling behind when they don’t need to. Imagine how you would feel if everyone got a foot massage as a reward for the journey home from the Dark Tower and you were told to go and pick pipeweed for everyone while they smoked and relaxed?

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