Knowing when a butternut squash is ripe is really a lesson in patience. You can’t rush it. You can’t force it to be sweet before its time.
It’s the same with so many things in daily life—a good conversation, a career move, a friendship. They need time to develop that deep, golden flavor.
So next time you’re at the market, pause. Tap that squash. Feel its weight. And remember: the best things in life come with a little waiting—and a very thick skin.
