Did you know that the heart of a fallen pine tree that has deteriated to the core can ignite a fire no matter the environment? Within the heart of a pine there is a natural gas within the wood that can explode if bottled up and ignited. The interesting part about this is that a pine tree is often looked down upon by many due to the extra aggravation and the sap that sticks to the simple touch. Another interesting part of the pine tree is the tap root. For it does not spread out like the oak it digs straight down to receive its strength and to be fed.

 Like a pine tree we should never discard or overlook someone due to the extra work or aggravation. For we never know what type of resources they may carry in the heart that can help carry us the extra mile….First learn to tap the source and then learn to spread to others… 

James A. Harrison

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