The tallest oak was once a little nut

The tallest oak was once a little nut that stood its ground.

This quote comes in many forms including:

The mightiest of oak trees was once a little nut that held its ground.

I searched but couldn’t find who stated this first. Regardless of its origin, the quote is a good one to stand on.

• ·         When you believe firmly in something, stand your ground.

• ·         When you are starting out, and the path is hard, keep plowing.

• ·         When it seems as if everyone is against you, but you know what you are saying is true. Hold on!

• ·         The mighty oak was once a small nut, and as some of us know who go against the norm, the only thing normal is a setting on a dryer.

• ·         Your ideas might seem a little ‘nutty.’

• ·         Your vision might be odd

·         But when you hold firm, stand your ground, knowing that the seed you sow will one day reap great rewards, you will look back wondering how you became an overnight success. :D