Sooo, in church we're talking about leaving a legacy for our family - namely the next generation. I once mused about writing our epitaph and what it is I want to be remembered for. As I think about these things again, I've come to realize that what I really want in life, at least at this stage, is to not miss any of it - particularly with my wife Beth, and my sons. I want them to say that I was "there".
Sure, I want my epitaph to read that people saw Jesus in me, that I was genuine, giving, etc..... But these days, more than that, I want my legacy to live on in relationships, not necessarily in monuments or even accomplishments.
Don't get me wrong, I still have a drive to achieve -I mentioned the other day that I am now working on an MBA - and loving it! I want to invest more. (Gosh, the markets are down right now, wish I could buy more while stocks are still cheap!), I want to pay off my mortgage and leave an inheritance for my children's children like it says in Proverbs.
But in the long run none of that stuff matters - its just stuff. I don't want to lose out on the here and now while I am still here - and now, by being too busy accomplishing all of those accomplishments I am so driven to accomplish! So sorry to ramble.
Did I mention that next Friday (2/13) will be my 40th? Perhaps that's why I'm rambling about life and accomplishments..... sigh.