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19th December 2011

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Consistency!

A living model of patience, determination, and strength - regardless of shifty, rootless times. The blasts of ridicule and criticism may punch it in the face - but consistency stands and takes it as silently as a bronze statue takes the tempest. One poet calls it “a jewel,” another “an anchor of iron.” It knows little of ups or downs, highs or lows, blue Mondays or holiday hangovers. It hates tardiness and absenteeism. It thrives on sacrifice and unselfishness. It’s an obvious mark of maturity. It’s hanging in there day in and day out in spite of everything that could get you sidetracked. 

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19th December 2011

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Consistency!

That’s the answer to all the nine questions, and you know it’s true. Steadiness. You can count on it. It’ll be there tomorrow just like it was yesterday…free from silly moods, sudden changes, or fickle fads. Early in the day or late at night, consistency stands firm. When pain or hardship bites, consistency doesn’t bleed. When the majority is tired and irritable, consistency is stable and resilient. Not insensitive, boring….but reliable, faithful. Not opposed to change to reason, but trustworthy. Not stubborn, but solid. Yes, that’s it:solid.

It’s the stuff most mothers are made of when their little ones get sick…..and…..

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19th December 2011

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What I lack is_Consistency!

The questions are different, but each answer is the same. 

What will guard us against foolish extremes?
What characterizes those who are habitually successful in sports or sales or some skill?
What simple quality in a business builds respect deeper than any other?
What brings security in relationships?
What makes us choose a particular brand name over all others?
What’s needed most by parents in the home?
What draws you to the same restaurant time and again?
What do you want most from your paperboy—or milkman—or postman?

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