LIVE YOUR DREAMS!
Sometimes, as a parent, lover, spouse, friend, time goes by so quickly for us and we fail to take time to reflect on what our dreams actually are.
First, I thank David Wells for his own unique experiences he quietly passed on to me. He inspired me at times in ways that are intangible. His quiet voice, laughing blue eyes and ability to make you feel like you were the only person in the world that he cared for are tools that we seldom acknowledge receiving. It is now that I take the time to remember him. To you, David, thank you for letting me be a part of your own life.
My life dreams have been lived out through my children, my awesome husband and a handful of very close friends. I thought that my babies were so fulfilling when they were little. Suddenly, they are now grown and there is even more happiness for me through them than I ever imagined. Finally, at age 81, “I get it”. Live your dreams which are to help the less fortunate, love your family unconditionally and enjoy your friends. Work hard and take the time to enjoy your efforts.
s the years pass, our life dreams change as we mature. We take the time to look out the window and see a new dawn. Gratitude is given each morning by me to our Lord. He is always there when we lose our way. Miracles and blessings appear each day. He urges our hearts to want to inspire others and to acknowledge wonderful memories, small or large.
For me, it is important to remind myself to continue to build good character, weather the storms of life and know that we are put here on earth to always think of others. There is joy when I give some of my time seeking out others in my own community who need food, different needs, and an ear to listen to them. A smile can mean so much, both ways.
My life is full because these things are given back to me each time a child calls me, or my husband laughs with me, or a friend touches base. There is no way to explain the happiness this brings to me and I cherish each instance.
My own expectations of “living my dreams” have changed through the years. It is my fervent desire that in whatever way I have helped someone else, or given love and nurture, will in some way inspire even one person to continue their own DREAM. May you all experience peace and serenity in knowing when you also pass on the dreams of life. You know the feeling in your own heart that I am talking about. Remember to say “I love you” to someone who needs it.
To you, Barry, and Monty, who are here today to celebrate David’s life, thank you for letting me in on your dreams. Go forward and never give up. Remember, David, our Warrior, is looking down and urging us to keep on living our dreams. The supreme happiness will be when God’s Plan for each of us has finished and we, too, will travel over the rainbow to once again be with David and all we have loved before and have gone to a better place.
Kathy Leach 3-14-14