"Paw Paw" reminds us that in a world obsessed with rapid growth and immediate results, there's a different path to significance—a slow, steady growth that, like a tree, roots deeply and contributes meaningfully. Rather than racing toward a hurried version of success, the painting suggests the quiet power of patience, where growth isn't measured in speed but in lasting impact. Being "doglike" here is about embracing a grounded presence, offering shade and purpose over speed, and recognizing the beauty in taking one's time to grow meaningfully.