Inspiration From A War Veteran!
“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” ~ John 15:13
Strolls with Fred are one of my favorite things. I look forward to spending some quality time with this Vietnamese War veteran buddy of mine, who has seen life more closely and is a deep thinker and philosopher.
Perturbed by constantly changing work and personal conditions, I am unable to hold on to my enthusiasm, Fred, I said. Fred was looking straight ahead as we walked alongside each other on Broadway street one evening. On top of it I have the onus of making my readers lives joyful and cheerful. Thats what I do, I work to bring a smile on their faces, how can I have these low moments of dullness and gloominess? Fred stopped and looked straight into my eyes, Bob, do you truly love your people and purpose? I nodded and remarked in amazement, You doubt that! Fred responded with a smile, No, I am reminding you that you need to focus on that, instead of the dynamism of ups and downs caused by lifes various unforeseen events. He was right, it is like a vicious circle of thoughts and judgments that give shape to our reality. Read More |
