I am reminded of a story long ago told in the old west about an oak tree and barbed wire. You see, the oak tree was growing and it was a wonderful beautiful tree. The barbed wire was sharp and could if one was not careful, cut and injure you.

    As the seasons changed the tree grew and the barbed wire went through the large oak tree.  Well what a sight that was. There it and the barbed wire. Bound together. One whose leaves reached the skies and the other whose barbs went through the tree.

The moral of this story is simple. Though you may find yourself arguing with your parents or your friends or even are upset with some one at a Troop meeting.  You can find common ground.