So with the passing of Larry H. Miller and all of the good he did for people and his community, it really got Ron and I thinking. We wondered what sort of legacy we are leaving for our children. Now I know that there wont be press conferences and thousands of people talking about me when I go, and I'm OK with that, but what will my kids have to say. We wondered if we have taught them to serve others, to put God first in their lives, to be nice to everyone.
Also I read in the paper the other day where someone I went to high school with died of a heart attack. I know I'm getting old, but this put where I am in life in prospective. I think I need to step up my game and try to be the kind of person I want my kids to remember.
My Dad passed away at 61. He was so loving and kind and really his whole life was serving others. He never met a stranger. Everyone felt like they were his best friend when they got done talking to him, because he really cared about people, and I mean all people. Homeless on the street to millionaires making a business deal, all were equal and he treated them that way. I loved that about him.
It makes you wonder, doesn't it, what we are doing with this life we've been given. How we are affecting others we come across. Most importantly how we are affecting our children and loved ones. Something to think about, which I have been doing a lot of this last week.
2 comments:
I miss Grandpa so much! He really did leave quite the legacy. And don't worry, Lydia - you ALREADY are leaving a legacy. Your kids are all so great and you are a "mother" to so many people. I have always looked to you as my second mom. It is so nice to have someone that loves you other than your mom to be there for you. And you are that for so many people. Thank you! I love you!
I second what Amy said... Don't worry Lydia I'll talk about you long after your gone. :) -Tif
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