Written By: Cleophus (Cleo) Franklin Jr. “A man who is a master of patience is master of everything else.” - George Savile It’s confession time, and I am ready to share a truth about me that some people may not be aware of. However, those who do know me well, may find this revelation as no big surprise of what I am about to disclose to the world and many readers of this book. I have many admirable qualities (or at least I have been told); however, there is one area I have been challenged with, and the truth is, I struggle mightily with patience. Simply put, I am not a patient man. But I am certain, like me, many of you also lack this admirable trait. So, please count me in with this afflicted group of souls, as you now have my confession; however, please know that despite my affliction, I do my best to practice patience daily. The problem is, I have yet to master this ever-present challenge of acquiring the virtue of patience, and when it is absent in my life, I always get a harsh reminder of motivation to pick up the pace in my quest to find more patience. In fact, I often remind myself (and many others remind me as well) of this powerful and elusive attribute to ensure it remains at the forefront of my life—especially when 21 “ The Power of Patience ”
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