We must struggle with our truths.

More so than at the words or the actions of anyone else. Realize that perhaps they too are dealing with complexities of life in ways not dissimilar from our own. Accept that on occasion sincere words and efforts may inadvertently drift afar or even hit closer than intended. Keep working on these and the truths we seek for bringing us closer.

- Vigs

Change is seldom easy. Good things seldom are.

- Vigs

It works even when it doesn't.

The breathtaking beauty and serenity of a landscape, with towering mountains, impassable chasms, unfathomable depths, are there in part to remind us that life is all of those things as well. And it is more. Life is perfect for the challenges it offers, along with its unexpected juxtapositions. Our experiences, along with the influences of others and of the times we grew up in, often defines the questions we seek the answers to. Sweetened by hope for a better tomorrow. And in part brought to pass through ones dedicated effort in overcoming long odds.

- Vigs

Be a part of something special.

... whether it be something large that needs many hands and minds; or something that needs working away in solitude. That some day more things that matter will be possible by our efforts.

- Vigs

Time puts many things to the test - especially ideals.

It takes the ideas and efforts of many to test the importance of what we each value. Seek the opinions of both those who agree and those who disagree. The fans and the naysayers. Seek the underlying principles that guides each, to understand and learn about oneself. While our philosophical differences may be strong, proceed in good faith, assuming the intentions of those who differ from ours, are as good as we hope ours are. Time will tell. Again maybe.

- Vigs

To enjoy the game when no side is favored over the other

... to be dazzled by an exquisitely taken shot, to applaud the excellence of the players on both sides as they reach inside themselves to shine on the floor, to acknowledge greatness on the court, without regard to the jersey they wear - is also to catch a glimpse of the game's true beauty. Enjoy the game, cheer good plays on both sides. Cheer others' successes and efforts.

- Vigs

We have a past, we have a future

Who hasn't looked back wondering about the paths not taken or the ones which didn't lead where we intended. Some of the things that shouldn't have happened but did nevertheless. Did someone write us off, are we in turn discounting what someone else has offered or given the chance is yet to offer. Look to the future where wonderful things are possible for others some of them through our efforts.

- Vigs