On this glorious autumn morning, I decided to take a walk through the Mizzou campus, only a block from our house. Since I had spent a good portion of my career on that campus, I did not need a map. Indeed, sightseeing was not my goal.
At my age, most humans focus primarily on the past and a good dose of the future can be therapeutic. This morning, I encountered students who were exercising or lounging on benches but most were scurrying about, musical instruments, backpacks or various bags in their possession. It was a scene of energy, optimism and adventure.
As for myself, I enjoyed the fresh air and morning sunshine while hoping to absorb some of the energy as well. I could not escape the fact that we are turning over our damaged planet to these young adults and I was reassured by what I saw.
