Cat update: "Angus" now officially resides with us, after a brief 4 day reunion with his owner, one distressed wife of this author and a hero's mission to convince the crazy cat lady that she really did not need 11 cats and he would be much happier residing with us.

The cat is cool, learning that my bed is not his bed at 0430 is a process he is coming to terms with. I am continually amazed at a simple animal's capacity to teach me new things about my existence. How I thought my world was shaped has had some elements challenged. And I am enjoying the newness of an extra responsibility.

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As I sit in an airport lounge in Alice Springs, viewing the "outback" out the terminal windows I am reminded of the vastness of this existence and the smallness of my part in it.

From Success To Significance is a read that will challenge the purpose of your efforts. Balance, margin and motivation are all required - but the discipline to maintain the course must be constantly monitored.