Elder's Meditation of the Day - August 16

 Elder's Meditation of the Day - August 16            

"The best teachers have shown me that things have to be done
bit by bit. Nothing that means anything happens quickly - we
only think it does."                
-- Joseph Bruchac, ABENAKI       

There are no short cuts. Every tree must grow according to the growth plan of the
Creator. Every flower must grow according to the plan of God. The moon must make
its trip around the earth according to God's plan. Every human being must grow according
to the plan of the Creator. Sometimes we look at ourselves and we think we are not growing
but we are always growing. Because we cannot see it with our mind does not mean it is not
happening. We must be patient with ourselves and let the Creator direct our growth.   

My Creator, let me be patient. Let me realize that You are in charge of all things. Let me realize
that I must grow my roots a little at a time to become strong.