Who Do We Choose To Be?

What Do You Want to Be Remembered For?

I believe you know the answer to this question, and, if not, think again about those who willingly offered you their shoulders. Perhaps they didn’t know that for all these years you’ve relied on their example and taken strength from them. Probably they have no idea of how often you think of them, how you view their lives now that you’re older. I expect they’d be shocked to learn that they’ve served this role in your life, that they left a legacy.

If I could have a conversation now with my deceased parents and grandparents (which I dearly long for), I would reflect back to them how much their examples have grounded me, how often I draw upon their qualities, how much I love them for their struggles and perseverance ...