Definition: a willingness and ability to work with others; collaborative; greater efficiency through teamwork
Proverb: When spider webs unite, they can tie up a lion. — Ethiopian
Quote: Whatever God’s dream that man may be, it is certain it cannot come true unless man cooperates. — Stella Terrill Mann
Reflection: Ultimately the final outcome of racial tension will be one of three separate possibilities: isolation, annihilation, or assimilation.
Assimilation is accomplished by communication and interaction. Society is strengthened by cross-cultural relationships, cross-societal associations, personal friendships, and the melding of musical ideas and attitudes. When assimilation is rendered with a cooperative spirit, the new combination is a strong and unique new people.
Comment: A stable civilization is built on a cooperative society
Symbol: fish {Teamwork}; geranium flowers
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