We must be willing to let go of the life we have planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us. - e.m. forster
After participating in the Walk for a Cure today, for Alzheimer's, I found myself underwhelmed by my recent involvement with such wonderful organizations. Especially those that I believe so wholeheartedly in! I will be... No, have to, make a point to seek those types of activities out! Day to day life can be one so mundane and repetitive (especially with kids, if you let it!) that we all sit back and watch those folks that actually make a point to participate, as opposed to just signing up. It cost nothing today! Not all of them are free, but I sure as hell would give up a night out for dinner to be able to feel as good as I felt leaving today's event!
Not only do I love the way that I felt leaving the park today (minus the 10 minute uphill part of the trek pushing 50lbs, when I thought I was going to pass out...), but I want to make sure that my Callie and Cole are aware of their ability to contribute to a greater good by just getting involved. I don't remember being exposed to those type of events as a kid, and I want to make sure that I do that for them!!
I can't wait to get back out there, with them! I love them feeling of knowing that I am participating in something greater than me!!
I love this post and totally agree with the sentiment. I always think about how I want to be more productive and make a positive impact but I can't seem to commit to actually doing it.
ReplyDeleteI think it's wonderful that you're making an effort to get C&C out and about and involved in such positive things. I already know they are going to be pretty badass (in a great way) when they grow up. :)