Gosh, Chuck, such an insightful article. What a man you have become; how very proud of your I am. I do have the quiet moments when I am outdoors mostly but sometimes even in the times of worry I can feel that peace "that paceth all understanding" and I am grateful. Certainly is important to have those times. When we bought the home in Walnut Creek I had planned to make a quiet place by the side of the house - special plantings - a bench - flowers. Never happened. An extension to the house in lieu of the sandbox which I loved as I overheard special little children's conversations. Thanks for taking the time to share. It really makes a difference. Mom