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Snowflakes are one of nature’s most fragile things, but just look at what they can do when they stick together. – Vesta Kelly
A SINGLE SNOWFLAKE is very fragile.
When I catch it on my finger, or with my tongue, it melts quickly, way before I can even fully appreciate its beauty.
Having lived my entire life in Canada, I can tell you that when thousands or millions of snowflakes join together it takes a concerted effort to keep sidewalks and roads clear enough to allow traffic to move freely from point A to point B.
When those individual snowflakes connect, they are a formidable force!
Recently, I saw an ad for an upcoming episode of a superhero show. The scene went something like this:
A group of superheroes discuss a common enemy.
One says, “I’m not strong enough to overcome him!”
“None of us are strong enough alone. But together we can defeat him,” says their leader.
Most of us aren’t trying to defeat an enemy. But maybe we are working to accomplish something important. Something that would make the world a better place. Something that would have a better chance if we work together.
~ DIANA’S ENORMOUS BOOK OF QUOTES ~
Minuscule Moments said:
Wonderful words and thoughts here Diana. We are wiser, stronger and can do almost anything we set our minds to if we meet like minded souls.
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dianasschwenk said:
Amen to that Kath! ❤
Diana xo
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Inger said:
Very aligned on your message Diana – we are all stronger if we work together and support each other:)
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dianasschwenk said:
Yes. It’s so simple when you think about it, isn’t it Inger? ❤
Diana xo
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jmgoyder said:
You are so right!
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dianasschwenk said:
It’s way more fun to be right – haha thanks Julie! ❤
Diana xo
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Alan A. Malizia: Contagious Optimism! Co-Author said:
Great point you make, Diana.
What any ill-intentioned government fears: “There is strength in numbers.”
-Alan
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dianasschwenk said:
Ain’t that the truth Alan! ❤
Diana xo
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elizabeth2560 said:
Strength in togetherness is so true. I LOVE that concept of uniting with others.
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dianasschwenk said:
Me too Elizabeth. ❤
Diana xo
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Chatter Master said:
Bloggers unite!!!!!! Great thoughts, and prompts. 🙂
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dianasschwenk said:
(smiling) Thanks Colleen. ❤
Diana xo
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Jean said:
Interesing metaphor of snowflake fragility and collective strength. We know that a lot of heavy snow….is well just heavy. Takes strength to move it. Hopefully we band together for the right reasons….
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dianasschwenk said:
yes Jean, I agree. ❤
Diana xo
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Healing Grief said:
Love your thoughts and this post Diana. “Alone we can accomplish many great things. Together we can change the world.” 🙂
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dianasschwenk said:
Yes! Well said Karen. ❤
Diana xo
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Val Boyko said:
Love this analogy Diana … and just imagine a drop of water too. Sometime I think Nature know where we have forgotten. xo
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dianasschwenk said:
Love that thought Val! ❤
Diana xo
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earthriderjudyberman said:
Some talk about how divided America has become. Gandhi advocated: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” If we all did that individually, we might be able to work together to change things for the better. Then, like the fragile snowflakes bound into a snowball, we can be a force to be reckoned with. 😉
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dianasschwenk said:
Amen to that Judy! ❤
Diana xo
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Deb Weyrich-Cody said:
Oh, this works in SO many ways; )
SUCH a great quote!!
I’ll be tucking this one away for later…
Thank you Diana!
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dianasschwenk said:
We are meant to work together Deb-thanks! ❤
Diana xo
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Ann Koplow said:
I love working together with you, Diana!
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dianasschwenk said:
Ditto Kiddo! ❤
Diana xo
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Rob Moses Photography said:
Such a good picture. Makes me want to pack my bags and head back to Seattle though lol.
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dianasschwenk said:
I grew up in Montreal Rob. You should see the snow there! ❤
Diana xo
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Louise Gallagher said:
Love your analogy and inspiration! Love you!
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dianasschwenk said:
The feeling is mutual Louise! ❤
Diana xo
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vanbytheriver said:
Excellent…we’ve all experienced the power of snowflakes united. Good lesson, Diana. Hugs. ☺
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dianasschwenk said:
Haha thanks Van!
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cyclingrandma said:
Always love your dose of inspiration.
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dianasschwenk said:
Thanks Lisa. ❤
Diana xo
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Jennifer Kelland Perry said:
There is such strength in numbers when we work toward a common goal. Love the snowflake quote. 🙂 ❤
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dianasschwenk said:
Yeah I love that quote too Jennifer! ❤
Diana xo
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April said:
Yes, together we are a force to be reckoned with.
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dianasschwenk said:
Very true April – thank you! ❤
Diana xo
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