I (Liz) am particularly fascinated with the concept of resiliency. According to Merriam-Websters Online Dictionary, resilience is defined as: "an ability to recover from or adjust easily to misfortune or change." I have always been interested in learning about how those who have survived great trials (e.g. The sinking of the Titanic, Holocaust survivors, natural disaster survivors, those who experience tragic situations, life-threatening illness, etc.) recover and rebuild their life. I have noticed some common themes in resilient people: endurance, optimism, inner strength, fortitude, faith in God, flexibility, courage, patience, joy and perspective that could only come from living through a life-changing experience.
When I see fireweed I am reminded that I too want to be resilient. Fireweed is one of the most hardy plants - it is often the first plant to sprout up after a fire or disturbance to the ground. Fireweed not only grows but actually thrives in places that other plants could not survive including: gravel, rock walls, road construction, etc. Fireweed is abundant in Alaska, serving as a reminder to be resilient!
I think you are a resilient person! Great thoughts, Liz!
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ReplyDeleteSpeaking of resilient. Jonatha's father is coming for a visit on Tuesday if you in town give us a call. Resiliency is one of his favorite topics.
ReplyDeleteThe halibut you gave us was so, so yummy. Thanks:) Great to catch up with you.
Oh that was a message from Shannon, forgot to sign it.
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