Design Your Lasting Story

Today, I'm going to delve into new territory with my blog. From now on, I hope to devote my Friday posts to sharing food for thought in the area of writing your own Lasting Story, one that the universe deserves to know about the unique part you've played in its ever-evolving human saga.

As I am writing the stories of Heaven's Wait, I am including a storyline in which R.J. works with the Vowellans to make sure they record their thoughts and messages about the part they are playing in their world. That way, future generations of Vowellans will have a clear view of their heritage and their contributions to the greater good. Wouldn't it be great if we all participated in this practice?

Whether you're ten or ninety, the possibility exists that you might not be here tomorrow. Have you ever given thought to the things you want to make sure your family and friends remember about the person you are, once your life journey has ended? I'm not talking about things you've done or accumulated, but instead things that feed your soul, things you've learned, things you've been inspired to share.

As long as I can remember, I've believed that our legacies will have much more relevance to our loved ones and the rest of the world if we are the ones who are active in designing them. I know that when my last day arrives, I want to feel at peace that I've communicated my true essence, as I see it, to the rest of the world, and that my legacy is something tangible that can be passed along and enjoyed by others, especially my loved ones.

Writing a Lasting Story can be an exercise for the entire family. It doesn't have to be complicated, and it doesn't have to be a lot of work. Think about how wonderful it would be if you really understood the true essence of the children in your lives, and they understood the same about you. Surely, there are things that you've never before thought to know about them. It's possible for all family members (and various other groups) to write now, keeping in mind that whatever they write may be updated at any time.

So . . . my goal is to share writing ideas with you on Fridays. I hope you'll stop by so, together, we can create Lasting Stories for ourselves and/or our family members. This coming Friday, I'll suggest the first subject and present more details so you can begin this new journey.