Reflections on Coming of Age: Finding Purpose and Embracing the Present

A message recorded by Colonel Scott for a family friend’s Batmitzvah.

Greetings from Down Under! Reflecting on life's journey, Mark Twain wisely noted that life’s two most important days are the day we are born and the day we understand why. For each of us, this discovery unfolds over time. We live in the present, a gift enriched by thousands of years of wisdom.

Looking back reveals a history of triumph and challenge; looking forward, we see a future shaped by our hopes. Embrace this moment with optimism, and know that finding purpose is a gradual process. In this journey, keep learning, give back, and cherish each step.

Congratulations to all those celebrating milestones today—may you think big and aim high.

Warm wishes,
Michael and Dracaena Scott, Australia