1984 … Oh, those trees of Joshua

Interestingly enough, we only got the slightest taste of the Joshua Tree National Park. Even though the landscape was surreally wonderful, it somehow wasn’t grandiose enough for us to warrant a side trip into its depths, and we turned around and left soon after entering; missing much of its great Beauty as a consequence …

“I have three precious things which I hold fast and prize. The first is gentleness; the second is frugality; the third is humility, which keeps me from putting myself before others. Be gentle and you can be bold. Be frugal and you can be liberal. Avoid putting yourself before others and you will become a leader among all nearby.” ~ via Lao Tsu