Dedication

"When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be" - Lao Tzu

I had a dream where a buddy and I were about to meet God. My buddy asked me what I wanted to ask God, and I was scared. "I want to ask God why he allows hate and tragedy and man to mistreat man," I said. "Will you?" my friend asked. "No." I answered. "I would ask that, but I am afraid the God will ask me the same question back."

Today I want to talk about dedication. I want to ask myself, and all of you, a question. "When was the last time you truly dedicated yourself to something?" When did you last say "I want to do/be/have/reduce/quit something?" It takes a lot of courage, focus, and constant dedication to achieve one's goals. I can honestly say I have never really said this to myself. I don't know that I have ever really been focused like that on any one thing. I want to be a good father,husband,brother,son, friend, but those are works in progress really.

I write this today because I want to be a better person. Nevermind those of you who will joke or tease me about this. I want to be a better person. I want to be that change everyone talks about, but does nothing to create. I really want to become a better person. I hope that over time, i can become a better person, and get rid of a lot of the hate and bitterness that I carry around with me. I want to wish others success, and really mean it. I want to be able to joke around with my friends, and hope they understand that i wish them well above all else. I want my family and friends to know that I am out there, honestly trying to help people. It may take a while, but I will achieve that goal. What about you? What do you honestly want to do?


"I am a slow walker, but I never walk backwards." - Abraham Lincoln

JJ