"It might feel as if the promised future is perpetually out of reach, but building Lightning is a lot like climbing a mountain. Climbers never really see the summit until they’re standing on top of it. They often can’t even see over the next ridge. Planning the ascent is important, but most of the time you’re simply concentrating on the next foothold. But the steps add up. Just like the view from the top is the reward for all that effort, a brighter monetary future will be our reward for building the network bit by bit." --Roy Sheinfeld

A concise exploration of a technical challenge that also reveals an underlying truth, providing a compelling narrative. It's easy to become disillusioned by Bitcoin's unmet lofty expectations, but it's essential to maintain a clear view of our origins. We must measure our progress based on our actual starting point, rather than against an idealized past or unrealistic hopes. Let's examine an insightful piece by Roy Sheinfeld, the CEO of Breez

The Past, Present, and Future of Offline Payments
https://medium.com/breez-technology/the-past-present-and-future-of-offline-payments-1ddb46054e11