Rejoice for the Ship Returning

In a time where leader after leader's calls end in disgrace, it is helpful to remember that finishing, not starting, is what is most important. The following story illustrates this well:

Two ships sailed in a harbor: one setting out on a voyage, the other returning to port. The crowd cheered for the departing ship, while the arriving one went unnoticed. Observing this, a wise man said,

"Do not rejoice for a ship departing, for you do not know the perils it may face. Instead, rejoice for…