The other day, I was out to lunch with two of my co-workers, and somewhere during the conversation we started discussing foundations, and how all good things start with a good foundation. Doug (this is two mentions in as many posts and it is just his first week on the job) was describing the foundation of the statue of David and how that when people go to see the statue, no one really pays attention to the foundation, but it is a whopping 4-5 feet tall. His point was that even great statues start with a good foundation, and the foundation (especially when forming a company) is one of the most important things that you can establish.

Over the last week and to some extent, the last couple of months; I have been reminded of what my personal foundation is, and that is my family. Families can amaze you and surprise you, they can inspire you and guide you. For me lately, my family has been doing all of these things. When I was looking for financial assistance, they were there and did not ask any questions. They simply said we have faith in you and know that you will do great things with it. This is what a strong foundation can do for you, it gives you the strength when you need it, it supports you when you are feeling like you cannot do it alone.

Our children have been sick lately (a lot actually) and my wife has been so amazing in her ability to continue carrying on day in and day out, lack of sleep and all, taking care of our children when she herself is running on empty. That is what strength in a foundation can do. I am thankful to have such a strong foundation in my life and I hope that I can in turn be the strong foundation that they each need when the time is necessary.

Thank you all, I am lucky to have you all in my life, I love you.