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March 15, 2004
Inspiration.....
I'm definitely a person who loves to be innovative and creative. I have to have a purpose in my life, more than just waking up every morning to answer phones and file. I'm still a little sad about not being accepted to Graduate School. Being a student, constantly learning, is an important part of my life. I love to learn. I'll admit I am terrified at the thought of loosing my chances to learn.
But then, I know in my heart that there are more ways to learn than just through classes. Look at Abraham Lincoln. He taught himself law, sure he ended up assassinated, but the man had moxie....he also had, or so I've read, a sense of humor. I look at one person, who has made a great deal of difference in my life, despite the fact that I have never met him but have experienced his creations. Walt Disney. Driving home from work with my mother on Friday she asked me to name three "mentors," living or dead. I named Jay Hart, a teacher from high school and college. My second choice was Father Elias Chacour, a Palestinian Christian who is working for peace in the Middle East. My third choice was Walt Disney. My mom turned to me and asked, "How many times did Walt Disney fail before he made his dreams come true?"
When she asked that, I sniffled...."Tons.", was my reply.
So I will continue to learn. But this learning will be my own design. I will start to write my first book. And I will start working on an idea that I have had for some time now.
This idea has been with me for awhile. It is one that actually woke me up yesterday morning and said...."Write me down now or I will never let you sleep again." So the basics are down and I am looking forward to the trip.
I really, really need to say Thank You to the Ubers and my friends and family. You all made me feel very grateful to be who I am, where I am at this moment. I love you.
*Raises her diet Pepsi* To our Futures. Cheers.
Posted by Sarah at March 15, 2004 10:22 AM
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*raises her dr. pepper back at sarah* right back at you! writing is fun. and next november, you need to participate in nanowrimo with us. or... me. i guess. i was the only uber i think. ummm i get confused.
Posted by: jodi at March 15, 2004 10:49 AM