The story is told of three masons who were doing the same kind of work.

A passerby inquired of each mason, “What are you doing?”

“I’m laying brick,” said the first mason.
“I’m building a wall,” the second man answered.

The third mason, in answer to the same question, replied, “I’m building a great cathedral.”

Certainly, no one will question which of the three masons lived the fuller life.

 

In Nurtured By Love Suzuki said…

“Teaching music is not my main purpose. I want to make good citizens. If children hear fine music from the day of their birth and learn to play it, they develop sensitivity, discipline and endurance. They get a beautiful heart.”

Suzuki was teaching music in order to develop the beautiful hearts of his students.

Certainly, no one will question Dr. Suzuki lived a full life.

What is it that you are doing?