In the garden there's a tree Planted by someone who only imagined me. What love! What vision! I marvel at the gift. No fruit could be sweeter than this. I’m standing on the shoulders of the ones who came before me As my people went from land to land, Something passed from hand to hand. And it isn't just the words and stories Of the ancient laws and golden glories. It's the way we study The Book we study. It's the way we study the way. I’m standing on the shoulders of the ones who came before me Today my life is full of choice, Because a young man raised his voice. Because a young girl took a chance, I am freedom's inheritance. Years ago they crossed the sea, And they made a life that's come to me. I’m standing on the shoulders of the ones who came before me So in the garden I’ll plant a seed, A tree of life for you to read. The fruit will ripen in the sun. The words will sound when I am gone. These are the things I pass along: The fruit, the book, and the song. I’m standing on the shoulders of the ones who came before me Lanny, Steve & Doug Cotler |
“Between 1305 and the early 1800’s. the House of Taxis ran a form of pony express service all over Europe…. Its couriers clad in blue and silver uniforms, crisscrossed the continent carrying messages between princes and generals, merchants and money lenders.” –Alvin Toffler, The Third Wave We may think we are the first generation consumed by rapid communication but we are not. Throughout our history it has been a priority. Of course, now in the 21 st century we must ask: are we better or worse for it?
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