While I cannot offer another perspective at this time, I am reminded of another time where you were forced to recalibrate after a devastating business blow. And look at what emerged and look at the gift you have given so many of us.
I wouldn't dismiss persistence as you did. It seems to me that when something is difficult, one must be persistent to the end, even when there's no choice.
But what a challenge this was! This whole search came after an incredibly full Shabbat! Thankfully you had the stamina.
Also, I appreciated reading this whole story. I have tucked it into my memory bank to recall if/when I'm ever in a similar circumstance!
You needed to focus, pivot, solve puzzles and be a gracious guest. This took a tremendous amount of an even temper to succeed at all these behaviors while panicking.
I suppose that it’s imperative to believe that something even more valuable or inspiring might be in store- flexibility helps.
B. Kaplan
While I cannot offer another perspective at this time, I am reminded of another time where you were forced to recalibrate after a devastating business blow. And look at what emerged and look at the gift you have given so many of us.
I wouldn't dismiss persistence as you did. It seems to me that when something is difficult, one must be persistent to the end, even when there's no choice.
But what a challenge this was! This whole search came after an incredibly full Shabbat! Thankfully you had the stamina.
Also, I appreciated reading this whole story. I have tucked it into my memory bank to recall if/when I'm ever in a similar circumstance!
Warmly, Bonnie Pastor
Another middah to consider is equanimity. You needed to focus, pivot, self puzzles.
You needed to focus, pivot, solve puzzles and be a gracious guest. This took a tremendous amount of an even temper to succeed at all these behaviors while panicking.