A year ago today, Guided By History appeared in the Blogosphere.

The idea was a simple one: put Wells Fargo's outstanding heritage and collection in the conversation swirling around out there. We figured people would dig it. And we thought it would demonstrate that knowing what has occurred in the past has relevance to what happens now—and what might happen in the future. If you understand where you've been, and how you responded to situations in the past, you'll have a better idea how to cope with situations happening now.

History is experience. Your own experience is your history and it's as valid as George Washington's. (OK, probably on a smaller scale, but you get my drift.)

So enjoy your situations today—even the weird ones. Because at worst, you are gaining the experience that will help you cope with situations to come—even the weird ones. Chances are, they won't be so bad because you know how to handle 'em. And enjoy those good moments too. There's no better experience for the individual, the group and, yes—the whole dang world.

Feel that experience! Be history as it happens!