How does one go about leaving a legacy? Well, what is a legacy, exactly? Some might argue that a legacy is the monetary trail you leave to your heirs. Some may say that it is the story of your life; your accomplishments and failures, your children and the lessons you've taught your children. Maybe its just your headstone with a summary of your life, such as: "Husband, Father, Athlete, Friend."
With the political season in full swing, there are a lot of stories and reports about the accomplishments, or lack thereof, of certain candidates. The vetting process has shown us all that there are stories in each person's life that has molded them to be the person they are today. What's your story? I'd challenge each of us to think about our past accomplishments and failures, along with our future aspirations to start leaving a legacy.
As Susan, Isabelle and I make this transition to re>root in Chicago, I've been thinking a little more about my legacy...and how it relates to the legacies of others. I've always been intrigued by history and historical figures...George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Ronald Reagan, Dwight L. Moody, Ruben "the Hurricane" Carter, Martin Luther King, Jr., Moses, Jesus Christ, Muhammad Ali, Barack Obama, John McCain. Obviously some of the names in my inpromptu list are in no way comparable to the life and teachings of Jesus, but they have lived a life worth studying. I can read biographical novels, and learn much, but many of us don't have the time to sit and read a book about a person. If you've never taken the time to read about or study a historical person, I would encourage you to pick up a book or buy/check-out an audio book on a person you find intriguing.
If you don't have the time to do this, leave a comment with the name of a historical figure you would like to learn more about. Maybe there are others that have the same interest and we can all create a forum and discuss that person and his/her life's story.
This world has been blessed with millions and millions of stories...realize your story today.
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