“Be the change you wish to see in the world” This has been
my motto for as long as I can remember in life. The peaceful presence of Gandhi
has always inspired me to do good, make a change, and be a difference. I’ve tried to emulate certain peacemakers in order
to make a positive difference in the world- big or small every day.
The past month or so I have been through a multitude of
emotional roller coaster rides. I’ve experienced unimaginable joy, unfathomable
depression and pretty much every emotion in between. I have tried many of the
same tactics that have, in the past, been successful at relieving despair and
bringing the bigger picture to hand in order to change my perspective. They
have not worked thus far…but these past few days have…
The past three months I have been overwhelmed with life and
“adult” responsibilities. Selling our house, starting a new job, moving to
another state, buying land, my oldest son starting Kindergarten, while raising
a family of 5 (6 with our four legged lovely) in a 5th wheel while
we build a house on land mentioned above. It has been an adventure, a living
experience, and ultimately something I will most likely look back on with fond
memories….AFTER it’s over.
Add the ever-increasing problems humanity is now facing on top
of this pile and when I think of all of it together – no wonder I’m
overwhelmed. No wonder my motto of “Being the Change” seems too damn daunting…
But it doesn’t have to be…. I choose my legacy. I choose
happiness. I choose to look one problem in the face at a time and smile. I can
make that difference, no matter how small or insignificant it feels – the
effects of one simple act of kindness ripple through my family, our
neighborhood, the world, and ultimately myself. That is powerful, and it only
takes a smile, a hug, an ear, or a shoulder. It takes two minutes away from the
1,440 in a day. Shoot boot! I spend way more than that distracting myself from
important tasks at hand on my phone.
Easier said than done…but in the days, weeks, months to come
I’m going to spend more time dreaming, less time scheming. Less time moping,
more time hoping. More laughter, smiles, and hugs – to scare away all the
humbugs.
I am going to Be the Change I wish to see in the World.
I am going to spread love, light, and happiness...
