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I agree. It's those two missions that I've found consistently compelling oer the 35 years I've been a pro. Both missions focus your attention away from distractions like climbing ladders to nowhere and the many subterfuges intended to that end.

Thus far, I've spent more effort on helping than hewing. But if I were to do it again I'd invest more effort in creating, either as part of my job or as an endeavor aside. There's something timeless and satisfying about immersing the self in invention and elbow grease.



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