Waves. For those of us who live near the ocean or have laid in bed or on a beach, listening to the sound of the waves hitting the shore, we know this is a magical experience.When the weather is tranquil, the waves are small and the sound refreshing and peaceful, it makes one thoughtful and thankful.When the ocean shows its fury with waves crashing against the beach making sounds to match the storm, everything that is near to it is affected in some manner.Align your own life with the ocean and you will find that you have periods of tranquillity that are surrounded by the storms of life, which cause all of us anxiety from time to time.As with the waves that ultimately return to their tranquil state — so does your life. Take the time to enjoy the tranquil times so that you ready for the storms and can weather them and move ahead.“I used to sit on the banks with a raft and watch the water roll lazily by. One day I pushed my raft into the shallows of the water and found the water moved swifter than I thought. My raft was actually a boat. Then, after some time, I rowed my little boat into deeper water. There were great storms, mighty winds, tremendous waves, and sometimes I felt so alone. But I have noticed my little rowboat is now a mighty ship manned by my friends and loved ones; and beautiful calm seas, warm sunny days, and nights filled with comfortable dreams always double after a storm. Now, I could never go back and sit on the bank. In fact, I search for deeper water. Such is life when lived.” — B. D. GulledgeFor more information, visit the SBA website at www.smallbusinessadvisors.com, call 295-7832 or e-mail dhhills@ibl.bm. You can view past boosters at www.smallbusinessadvisors.com/boosters/index.htm