A Gift

While my son was visiting,
we happened upon an unusual store
here in Franklin.
One might consider it normal up here
but what we came across inside was truly incredible.
The craft produced was amazing.
The workmanship was astounding.
The chance to be so close to some was unbelievable.
But . . . the real gift . . . was to chat with the owner.
A brilliant man who has truly figured some stuff out.
His favorite saying:  "This is NOT a dress rehearsal."
Let that sink in.

Grab what you're after.
Don't wait til this or that or the other thing.
Go do what you'd like to do.
Go see what you'd like to see.
Use the good china.
Eat dessert first.
Spend time with those you love.
Laugh, explore, dream.
What a gift to meet you.