I like this a lot, and it’s worth re-posting once in a while, because it’s worth remembering once in a while!
Things to remember:
1) The worth of character;
2) The improvement of talent;
3) The influence of example;
4) The joy of origination;
5) The dignity of simplicity;
6) The success of perseverance.
Marshall Field (1834-1906)
Tony Caselli 
Tony, I really appreciate your “all-over the place,” approach to blogging. It really is an interesting way of looking at the world and what you see as your place in it. Good job!
Thanks, Gary – I really appreciate that. I sometimes question whether it would be more effective, or “career minded” or “professional” if I focused solely on either theatre, or family, but I’ve decided to adopt more of a “Commonplace Book” feel with it because I think all those aspects of life feed one another!