Too often we seek to dismiss the lessons of our elders because they’re superficially “old” and “out-of-date.” Perhaps we’d stand a better chance of being remembered as wise if we don’t haphazardly throw out these adages simply on account of age. After all, when something words well for centuries, there’s probably a good reason for that. This week’s Carosa Commentary challenges you to examine your own standing in this philosophical dilemma by asking “How Have You Rediscovered Christopher Columbus?”
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