Removing the junk aids in rediscovering the treasure. Items that have sat unnoticed and unappreciated suddenly light up the room, elicit smiles on faces, and invite laughter. And from the deep, dark recesses of our minds, ancient wisdom is recalled, “Better is a little with the fear of the Lord than great treasure and trouble with it.” (Proverbs 15:16, ESV).

For a few years now, I've been considering getting a tattoo. I have some friends who got inked, even a family member who took the plunge, I even took the time to think of a design I'd be happy with. I've finally come to terms with it.