"A resilient spirit knows that character is forged in the fires of discipline."

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Insight & Reflection

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

About Carol Anshaw

Carol Anshaw is an American novelist and short story writer. Publishing Triangle named her debut novel, Aquamarine, one of "The Triangle's 100 Best" gay and lesbian novels. Her novels have won the Carl Sandburg Award, the Society of Midland Authors Award and have been finalists four times for Lambda Literary Awards, and Lucky in the Corner won the 2003 Ferro-Grumley Award.

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