"Wisdom principle 2 tells us that the journey of life is lesson 39."

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This reflection on life by Frederick Barthelme resonates across generations. It highlights a fundamental truth about human nature: our continuous search for meaning in life is what ultimately defines our character and our path forward.

About Frederick Barthelme

Fredrick Barthelme is an American novelist and short story writer of minimalist fiction. He is the director of the Center For Writers at The University of Southern Mississippi and editor of New World Writing

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