Kilauea (AE 26) - Naval Cruise Book

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7orward . The elusive search for the answers to questions yet unasked tends to serve as a foundation for awareness. With the dawning of awareness comes the opportunity to benefit from the acquisition of knowledge: for it can be said that knowledge is awareness, and awareness is knowledge. While working hand in hand with this quest for awareness, particular circumstance has a tendency to manifest itself, that is the evolvement of understanding. To question is in itself one of the most vital of aspects i n arriving at an understanding of life. How is an individual able to claim his role in life and be at peace with himself, if he does not attempt to discover this understanding? As elusive answer awaits those who are willing to seek the questions of life. While the questions are being asked and answers formulated, the conception of success in a single stride will remain an indistinct image It is imperative to always be willing to continue the search, no matter how minute the progressive develop- ment. The milestones of progress are small, irregular, and hidden from view; unless the questions are asked, it is pointless to proceed any further. After a period of time with the maturing of understanding, another gradual transformation tends to gain form; a delicate balance is gently felt from within This is yourself at peace with the world around you, warmth and understanding in regards toward others, and a contentment with life - within you and beyond To expect this balance to arrive with a wave of knowledge and awareness should not be judged as the rule, for in a contest of this sort, who can set the rules and decide the victor? One and only one person can see the results and speak forth, and that one is - - - yourself. .