Yesterday I attended a birthday party for my husband’s dad and grandfather who turned 60 and 90 respectively. On display at the party was a giant photo collage filled with memories from their lives. As I admired all the things they’ve done and the friends they have I realized that life is the sum of all our choices. It doesn’t happen by accident, it’s the result of courageous pursuits, seized opportunities and chances taken. It’s the result of action.
It’s easy to get overwhelmed with all of life’s demands and slip into a habit of living reactively rather than on purpose. But the photos reminded me that a meaningful life is one of our own making, that every day is an opportunity to add new memories to our own collage.
By the time I turn 90, I hope my photo collage will show a woman who did everything she wanted, loved deeply, traveled far and enjoyed every moment.
What will yours show?
“To be able to look back upon one’s life in satisfaction is to live twice.”
– Kahlil Gibran
I hope mine will show that I lived a full life. I decided a long time ago to live without regrets and it’s important to me that I remain conscious of that decision, even when things get tough.
Good decision! Nothing is more important than living a full life…