Puzzle Piece

One of my husband's favorite sarcastic statements when someone doesn't do well on a test or assignment is, "The world needs ditch diggers, too."

Although he sounds a little gruff, he's not. He's the best thing since sliced bread. And . . . he's right!

Each of us has our own task to perform; our own special abilities; our own integral action to implement to create a grander, more beautiful outcome . . . no matter the project. Some of us are painters. Some of us are writers. Some of us are photographers. Some of us are historians. Some of us are soldiers. Some of us are warriors. Some of us are peacemakers. Some of us are builders. Some of us are creators. Some of us are teachers. Some of us are leaders. And some of us are ditch diggers.

Without every piece to a puzzle, the outcome is lost. Have you ever sat down and put together a 1500 piece puzzle only to stare at a gaping hole of one lost piece? That is every task of every day. There is a special someone created to perform that task. If they are not present, willing, and/or able to perform that task . . . there is a gaping hole in the project. It just is not complete.

Whatever your function, even though you might perceive it as miniscule or unimportant, know that it is vital. YOU are vital! Without your unique talents and deeds, the project will never be all that it could have been. You make a difference. YOU are that missing puzzle piece!