Friday, January 18, 2013

A Post to Hold You Over.... a Mum's Advice to Her Daughters

Friends, I realize it's been ages since I've posted on this blog. To be honest I've been knee-deep in writing/editing the 2nd edition of World War II Radio Heroes, being a mum, consulting with an "old firm", coaching my favorite clients, and .... all the other tidbits of my everyday existence.

I hope old posts keep you working hard on making your life great- or not working hard and getting the same results.

And, I share the below, a personal letter from me to my two girls, in hopes that it inspires you to write your own to your friends, family etc....

I do things like this often, as I hope you do. So, I'm only to happy to share it with you.

 
My dearest children,

As I consider my own life and philosophies, I have created a list of what I hope you will have faith in, now and always:

Most importantly, God. He will deliver what you need when you need it. He will also forgive you unlike anyone else, if you ask him. He will love you unconditionally, as I do. Believe in Him.

Know that you have the physical ability to do anything, if you train for it.

Know that you have the intellectual capacity to learn anything, if you study it.

Know that you are above no one.

Know that you are below no one. We are all equal.

Know that the greatest gifts you can give yourself are love, acceptance, forgiveness, wonder and confidence.

Know that the world is much larger than what you can see. Explore it.

Know that you will not be measured, by those who matter, in material goods but in services to others and the content of your character.

Know that each day brings with it an opportunity to be better than you were yesterday. You are not tied to what you did yesterday or who you were. You can reinvent yourself today.

Know that no one has an easy life. Everyone is faced with challenges. You will not face anything that you cannot endure. Draw on your strengths and faith.

Allow your life to mean something, to you and to others. Don’t waste it away.

Be thankful for each day you are given, no matter how rainy or challenging. It is a gift.

Love and be loved. It really is as simple as that.

All my love to you, always.

Your mum