Beautiful, glistening gems by the handfuls. You can find one you like, whichever way you turn. Strolling down the sidewalk, gazing among the many. The thought of owning one momentarily satisfies the hearts craving. "Yes, this is mine." you would proudly tell anyone who admires. To own one, however, you will pay a price. It is true for anyone. It will either come cheaply and will break with the first fall, or it will cost dearly and will last to be passed on to your children.
When the gems are in plenty, is the one hidden in the hardest of rocks worth the effort of chipping away? Worth the time? Worth the pain? Worth the frustration? Is all the work worth it when there are plenty of gems at your fingertips?
Or is it worth finding the unique gem that is hidden? That is only for you to have? Only for you to polish and shine. Only for you to wear. It's uniqueness and beauty only yours and owned by no one else.
Or would you settle for a gem among many?
