Texan Edge

History: One More Mile


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Texas wasn’t built in a hurry—and neither are strong lives.
 In this episode of The Texan Edge, Tweed Scott reflects on the long, unforgiving journeys of early Texans and the quiet courage it took to keep moving forward, one mile at a time. There were no shortcuts, no guarantees—just endurance, clarity, and the resolve to continue when quitting would have been easier. 

If the road ahead feels long right now, this episode offers a steady reminder: progress doesn’t require speed, only forward motion. Slow progress still counts. And that’s how legacies are built.  

Show Notes 

  • Why early Texas settlers understood endurance better than optimism
  • The hidden courage of steady, unglamorous progress
  • How momentum—slow and deliberate—often meant survival
  • Why “one more mile” is sometimes the bravest choice
  • Applying Texas frontier wisdom to modern challenges
  • A reminder that you don’t have to solve everything—just keep moving


Key takeaway:
Forward motion, even slow forward motion, matters. Texas was built that way—and so are meaningful lives.
 
If this episode encouraged you, consider sharing it with someone who might need a little perspective today.
We’ll be back right here Monday.
 

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Texan EdgeBy Tweed Scott