In the Prescence of Giants

I am very blessed to be surrounded by a plethora of amazing individuals. People of Wizard-like ability with knowledge as if they existed from the Future. Some are Mouse-like in stature but are Mighty nonetheless. Their bodies are Speedy in nature and Solid in constitution. To the public eye, they may appear to be Psycho, Angry, or filled with Rage. But from my time with them, I know that though they as fierce as a Dragon, compassion lies in their hearts as well. For even one known as Mankill is known to care for feline companions.
These characters stand out to me in my life because they represent what is possible and what is still to come. When life gets me down, I look above to see individuals who used to be in my position and the lofty laurels they posses. An understanding occurs to me that despite the long road ahead, I do not walk alone.

Upon my reading of Mastery by Robert Greene, the book's look on apprenticeship really resonated with me. For this new knowledge allowed me to gaze at my life and realize the giants all around me. This provided both comfort and prodding to my mind. Though the road to mastery is winding and confusing, life has situated myself with guides who traverse a road similar to mine. And from this viewpoint, I encounter that in every aspect of my life there are giants. Especially to those who read these very words. I might appear to have knowledge but actually know little. For in the illuminating world of knowledge, I am still blind and merely feeling my way out. I heartily thank you dear reader for being a fellow traveler on my journey. Though the quote is often brought back to Issac Newton, Bernard of Chartres made the metaphor that one is able to see further by standing on the shoulders of giants. Here's to you for being a giant in your own way.