This is an example of a fractal.
"A fractal is a never-ending pattern. Fractals are infinitely
complex patterns that are self-similar across different scales. They
are created by repeating a simple process over and over in an
ongoing feedback loop."
I found this definition on the Fractal Foundation.org website. I still don't know what that means except that it is a beautiful and arresting design. The array I found of these is astounding. Study this one, and there are many of them, reminds me of other ways I believe fractals are an important visual symbol. To view other examples click here.
The point I am aiming at is the beauty in a life filled with repeated acts of love or kindness. People who practice random acts of love and kindness see a pattern developing that is comparable to the fractal. They find the patterns to include small details as well as the wide sweeping events in their lives.
A fractal may begin with the little stuff, but if it is consistent across a life, the repeated design carries justice, love, faithfulness and joy. Of course repeated acts of deception and evil form a recognizable pattern too, but it may reveal chaos and bitterness.
Consider what kind of pattern you are creating. Do you like the way it looks in small matters? It's just the same in the big things as it is in the details.
Remember, as you get older the patterns are more evident. It may be hard to change your fractal if you wait too long.
