I always joke that Cheryl keeps pictures on her desk so she can look at the ones she loves, but I keep pictures on my desk so I don’t forget the people I love. (Don’t email me…it’s a joke…kinda!) Seriously, men and women are wired differently. I’m convinced there’s never a moment Cheryl is not thinking about her family. That’s why she’s so much better at remember special occasions and where we keep our favorite socks!
It’s not that I love Cheryl or the boys less than she loves us, but most men are more task-oriented than we are relationally oriented. When I’m in a zone of work, I’m not usually thinking about anything else. Sometimes though I like to stop, turn from my laptop, and receive motivation for why I do what I do. Apart from giving God glory with my life, my greatest motivation is to leave a strong legacy for my wife and two boys.
Today I was deep in thought, but I turned around and saw this picture and note. It was the spark I need to keep pushing forward.
This is a picture of Nate when he was about three years old…and a favorite stance of his back then. The note is one he left on my desk after working with our church last Summer. The two taped together make for an amazing inspiration to me!
Where do you receive your motivation?
BTW, how are you doing with the legacy you are leaving?
Twitter: tijuanabecky
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Good questions. I receive motivation from other people, blogs, comments, and life in general. I'm trying to leave a good legacy but not sure how good I'm doing.
Thanks Becky. In my experience, if you asking the questions, you're probably doing the work!
I receive my motivation from my dad. He is my mentor, coach and role model. He has been a graet inspiration in my life. My dad is always in my heart and I admire him the most.
I love hearing that. I hope to be that person to my two boys!
This is awesome Ron and a great reminder that people, especially those we love, matter the most.
Thanks!