“The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit,” -Nelson Henderson.

I invite you to think about this concept for a moment. What I believe Henderson means, is that when we plant a seed and give someone love, attention, support, opportunities, etc. and don’t anticipate receiving anything back, that this is actually what it means to be alive. Do you think about this? Does this cause a cringy feeling in your gut? Does it delight you?

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