We talk of the future from time to time, usually one on one in the car.
Have you noticed amazing conversations can come from a ride in a car?
"I'm not going to college until I know what I want to study."
"Maybe I'll work as a bartender for awhile.
"I'm never going to school,I want to travel the world instead".
"Lately, I've thought about being a doctor or a vet."
"I want to do something I love"
One thing I regret in my life is that I didn't talk enough about my dreams. . . to my high school guidance counselor, my parents, my husband, AND myself . . and instead, just did what I was told and went about daily life.
I want to impart this wisdom to all of my children. . . and others:
TALK about your dreams, THINK about them, and TAKE steps to achieve them, even if they are baby steps for now. You have a choice.
KNOW that every experience is worthwhile, that opportunities are endless. All knowledge, good or bad, expands your world. GO after your dreams, and who knows what you may find along the way.
I love this advice on dreams by Danny Elfman.
..." The only absolute promise that I will make to you today is this:
While pursuing your dream, you will find that you’re going to encounter tons of stuff, both good and bad, that I guarantee you will not expect.
You may think you know where you’re going,but in fact, it’s likely you have no idea where any of your chosen paths will take you.
It will be difficult.
But if your path is twisted and uphill and all over the place, you’ll still acquire some tools, some skills, some experience,no matter how small, no matter how random,that could add up to something that is above and beyond your original dreams,in ways that may startle and surprise you.
But if your path is twisted and uphill and all over the place, you’ll still acquire some tools, some skills, some experience,no matter how small, no matter how random,that could add up to something that is above and beyond your original dreams,in ways that may startle and surprise you.
So, whatever happens in your life, starting now – remember it.
And use it.
You’re artists.
You’re artists.
You can, and should, use everything.
There’ll be many unexpected obstacles … use them.
There’ll be many unexpected obstacles … use them.
There’ll be many disappointments … use them.
There could be some real heartbreaks … use them.
Leave every possibility open all the time. "
~Danny Elfman, musician, film composer
Whose dreams have you heard lately? And what are your dreams? It's never too late to start making dreams happen.
happy day!
My son dreamed, as a 6 year old boy, to be a fighter pilot. He is 23 now and will be comissioned into the USMC, as a pilot, next month. He never lost sight of his dream.
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