"That which we obtain too easily..."

"... we esteem too lightly." -- Thomas Paine

Truer words could not be spoken. In today's world of instant gratification and fast, loose relationships, it seems we have lost our appreciation for the things that really matter.

The Bible tells us that, "...the laborer is worthy of his reward," adding weight to Paine's thoughts. If we wish to gain a great reward, we must put forth great labor to achieve it.

Unfortunately, there are those that, in today's ADD world, have neither the motivation nor fortitude to even make the necessary attempt at something that would even seem to be difficult.

Then there are those naysayers that would discourage the laborer, or worse, those that actively resist their efforts.

I wonder what their reward shall be?