Many times, I've heard "build it and they will come," and have wondered as to the veracity of the statement. Many restaurants have come and gone. Amusement parks have closed. Drive-ins, as well as 8-track & VHS tapes, are a thing of the past, and the list goes on. So what happened? I would contend that it's not enough to build something, one has to convince others that it's worth being built and maintained. One has to demonstrate why the particular edifice or service is important. And more importantly, one must insure that the product is constantly updated and "user friendly."
Our society has become enamored with specialization. One no longer seeks a well-rounded education, it doesn't "pay." Rather one delves into a particular area, ignoring all others and is praised for one's devotion. The problem is that one's "edifice" which is being built is severely limited in potential. On The other hand, if one would diversify one's interest, the "edifice" would be able to withstand the "test of time." Just to prove this point, one is always advised to have a diversified portfolio, thus insuring that one's financial well-being is not endangered by the whim of the market. The same logic should be applied to ourselves. Whatever we do should not be limited to our comfort zone, but rather we should branch out beyond, in order to insure that we continue to be relevant. For example, my High School wanted its students to have a well-rounded education and thus offered various shop classes. Even though I was "college bound" and heading for a "white collar job," I enrolled in woodworking, electronics, and metal shop. I learned how to read a schematic, use some tools, and even built a radio. While I didn't perfectly hone those skills, I've still been seen with a drill & hammer, using those skills I attained so long ago. Mission accomplished.
So,as one is going out to build their dream, if one wants to be the sole recipient, then build away. But, if one wants others to enjoy the fruits of one's labor and to maintain it in perpetuity, than one must bring others into their vision. Do you agree?

Recently someone commented, “Judaism should just be easy.” The truth is that the person is correct. But I would like to go further and argue that Judaism is and always was easy to observe and enjoyable, to boot! The Torah states, “The law is not in heaven that one should say, who will bring it to us nor is it across the ocean. Indeed, it is very close to us. It is in our heart and mouth to affirm the commandment.” Hashem is telling us that nothing is difficult, we just need to desire it. To illustrate the ease and joy of Judaism, I would like to use 3 mitzvoth, namely Shabbat, kosher, and prayer. I look forward to every Shabbat as it is my opportunity to turn off and disconnect from the world at large. I’m not being bother by a ringing telephone at the most inopportune times. I’m not checking my email every time I see my computer. I’m able to relax with my family and enjoy an uninterrupted /unrushed meal. I have an island of 25 hours of peace and quiet. Truly a blessing! Being kosher is fantastic! Just knowing that by eating kosher, I am fulfilling a mitzvah is unbelievable. More than that, it trains me to look at ingredients and see what I am eating. I learn not to “live to eat” but rather “eat to live.” And finally the mitzvah of prayer is mindboggling. Thrice daily I am instructed to speak with my Creator and remind myself of the wonderful and loving relationship that I have developed with Hashem. It is truly comforting to be able to spill my guts to Hashem and know that I will be heard. I may not always get the answer that I want, but that could be said for any real relationship. I know that Hashem is my advocate and as long as I remember that, I know that I’m never alone.
I once commented to a student that “knowing the rules is a freeing experience in that all the angst disappears. I know what I can and cannot do and that makes for a stress-free life.” Indeed, Judaism is an easy and enjoyable lifestyle. Don’t you agree?