Incredibly well written and important piece, Brian. Thank you for sharing this. I often find myself cast about on rough seas, wondering if it’s all worth it. “Wouldn’t life be simpler if…?” But it’s in the persistence of commitment that either the seas will eventually calm or I’ll grow accustomed to them. Or maybe a bit of both. The only way we’ll know is if we sail out toward our destination and find out! Thanks 🙏
You're so right, Winston! Life would be simpler, but then we would have no good stories for the next generation to help them through the rough patches. One thing I didn't spend as much time talking about, which I think is specific to each individual, is the ability to find peace during troubling or busy times. It allows me to accomplish much and still have fun, even when life is throwing a lot my way. Here's hoping you get some of that peace and can push through to accomplish all of your dreams and goals!
I just wanted to say that I’m grateful for these words of encouragement. It sounds like we’re in a similar phase of life, but I’m still earnestly searching for that sense of consistency. There seem to be so many things in life right now that are well like you said the white walls. And wave after wave. I pray that eventually I’ll experience calmer waters.
I pray you do, too, David! It's difficult to continually sail through storms, and I don't wish it on anyone. If we let them, those events can make us stronger, but I hope you find some rest and are able to build up resilience during difficult times. Thanks for reading, and I'm happy you're encouraged by what I wrote.
Incredibly well written and important piece, Brian. Thank you for sharing this. I often find myself cast about on rough seas, wondering if it’s all worth it. “Wouldn’t life be simpler if…?” But it’s in the persistence of commitment that either the seas will eventually calm or I’ll grow accustomed to them. Or maybe a bit of both. The only way we’ll know is if we sail out toward our destination and find out! Thanks 🙏
You're so right, Winston! Life would be simpler, but then we would have no good stories for the next generation to help them through the rough patches. One thing I didn't spend as much time talking about, which I think is specific to each individual, is the ability to find peace during troubling or busy times. It allows me to accomplish much and still have fun, even when life is throwing a lot my way. Here's hoping you get some of that peace and can push through to accomplish all of your dreams and goals!
I just wanted to say that I’m grateful for these words of encouragement. It sounds like we’re in a similar phase of life, but I’m still earnestly searching for that sense of consistency. There seem to be so many things in life right now that are well like you said the white walls. And wave after wave. I pray that eventually I’ll experience calmer waters.
I pray you do, too, David! It's difficult to continually sail through storms, and I don't wish it on anyone. If we let them, those events can make us stronger, but I hope you find some rest and are able to build up resilience during difficult times. Thanks for reading, and I'm happy you're encouraged by what I wrote.