"One day, you will wake up and there won't be any more time to do the things you've always wanted. DO IT NOW."
I found the above quote on google, and it really resonated with me. With my grandma having cancer, everyone in the house has been encouraging her to do things within her reach on her bucket list- for example, she's always wanted to learn how to paint with watercolors. It's simple and not taxing at all, so I'm currently looking on google for local teachers. Around here, the scenery is beautiful and my grandma has always had a deep appreciation for it, and has taken inspiration from roadside painters throughout the seasons and wants to learn to capture the beauty herself. It's a fleeting dream that I don't think she should let escape her. One of her larger dreams had been to see San Francisco- and if you're a loyal reader, you'll know that last year my family took a cross-country train trip that ended in San Francisco. I'm glad we got to bring her while she still had some energy in her, so she could really appreciate and enjoy her time there. Aside from these two things (and a shopping trip with me and my sister)... she hasn't really said much about any of her other dreams. I know she has to have them- everyone does. But I really feel almost afraid that she may have had dreams that she might not have followed when she had the chance, and now sees them as unattainable for whatever reason. To this I say that it is never too late to at least TRY to reach your goals. They might not be as far away as they seem. Lack of energy and old age might seem to be a roadblock, but I don't think they should stop you from at least TRYING. The second that you stop trying is the second that you've truly given up... and no one deserves that. For anyone who is still somewhat young and thinks they've lost the chance to achieve their goals and dreams? Don't let anything stop you. There are plenty of people who didn't reach their full potential until they got older... hell, my dad began training in the martial arts when he was in his 40's and today at 51 he's not only a second degree black belt, but a certified Sensei under Hanshi Larry Sullivan at Sullivan's American Kenpo. He never dreamed that's what he'd be doing as he got older... yet here he is. Shoot for the moon- even if you miss, you'll land among the stars. - Maddie
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Michelle Armistead
2/23/2017 03:15:49 am
Hi Maddie,
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