Reconstruction

Engulfed in flames.

No way out.

We are charred.

Bridges demolished.

Forces us to entertain the question, "Is it worth rebuilding?"

If the answer is yes, then we must start from scratch, one step at a time. But sometimes the answer is no. When one route is wiped out, you come to find out how badly you need it, or find another trail.

Sometimes that trail is actually a better route to your destination, or even more, leads to a better destination altogether.

It is only after a roadway has been demolished that we can allow ourselves to realize that some bridges are better off burned.