avatarMichele Luckenbaugh

Summary

The text reflects on the inevitability of death and the author's aspiration to live a meaningful life that positively impacts themselves, their loved ones, and the world.

Abstract

The author contemplates the unpredictable nature of life and acknowledges the certainty of death as an inherent part of existence. With this awareness, they are motivated to lead a life filled with purpose and significance, not only for personal fulfillment but also to make a lasting impression on those they care about and potentially on society as a whole. The author desires to navigate life with determination, love, and a strong voice, aiming to achieve their goals and leave a legacy of gratitude and goodwill when their time comes.

Opinions

  • The author views the knowledge of mortality as a catalyst for living meaningfully.
  • They believe in the importance of making a positive impact on both a personal and broader scale.
  • The author emphasizes the significance of living with conviction and using one's voice confidently.
  • They express a hopeful outlook on their life's potential influence and the legacy they wish to leave behind.
  • The author's perspective on life is one of action and gratitude, with an emphasis on not wasting time.

About the questionable gift of knowing we are mortal~~~

Joe Ting @ unsplash

I am here on this revolving blue planet for an undetermined

amount of time…

the day, hour, minute of my demise,

has not been disclosed,

at least not to me.

I will someday die, that is the reality of living.

Birth — — Death, is an inevitable fact of existence.

With that knowledge, I wish to make my one and only life

on this earth a meaningful one…

meaningful to me, meaningful to the ones I love and cherish,

and, if I really do it right,

meaningful to the world at large.

One life, one path(with maybe some detours along the way),

with strong, bold steps…

that’s how I want to do it.

With a strong and loving heart, with conviction of my beliefs,

and with a voice that is emboldened.

Patrick Fore @ unsplash

When my time arrives, I hope I have met my goal.

If I have, I will be smiling down on all of you

with a sense of gratitude and well wishes.

Until then, no time to waste!

Life
Life Lessons
Death
Mortality
Faith
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