Too many of us go through life in a state of "Just Because".
Are you waiting for the "Big Break"?
Do you think things will be better when you get older, richer, thinner or ________ (you fill in the blank)?
This vein of thinking only stagnates you;
leaving you lethargic and dull.
We all have a niche.
But to develop it, you have to LOVE it.
As an example, let me introduce you to
my daughter's husband, Brian, the Entrepreneur.
A few years ago, he and his partner quit their jobs (risky!) and decided that brewing beer was their destiny.
To date, they have launched 3 Craft Beers.
Beach Haus (Classic American Pilsner)
Winter Rental (Black Lager)
and
Kick Back (Ale).
(see him on www.beachhausbeer.com
and like him on Facebook).
Hours are spent on tastings, brewing, marketing & packaging.
And when the work day is over, what does he talk about?
Yup, you guessed it.
Beer. 24/7.
He LOVES what he does,
as his dream is being realized.
Or, take my daughters Melanie and Kaitlyn,
Fragrance Enthusiasts.
Mention the word SMELL and they are transported into another realm, speaking of formulas and scents with such fervor that it can put you in a tizzy
(Citronella is a citrus? Really?).
They can go on forever hours about mixtures and biological terms that put me in a trance.
But the truth of the matter is this.
They LOVE what they are doing.
And their intensity is contagious and educational.
(Although it is a little weird when Melanie can stand next me and tell me the brand of deodorant I'm wearing).
And then there's Sous Chef Scott.
Chop. Sizzle. Serve.
Food. How to prep it. How to serve it. What itgoes pairs with (see, I'm learning).
The use of herbs and spices in food.
The combining of colors in food. Leftovers in food.
It's enough to make your mouth salivate with anticipation.
He's always introducing me to new foods
(Freekeh? Haven't tried it yet).
This is someone who LOVES the kitchen.
And I love being the recipient of this passion of his.
And speaking of earnest endeavors,
my son, Matthew, is Carpenter Extraordinaire.
Wood. Nails. Saws. Levels.
I'm always amazed at how and what he can construct.
Need a shed? No problem.
Want a pergola? Done.
Trellis over the garage? When do you want it?
He is an abstract thinker
And he LOVES the challenge.
I'm trying to take a lesson from all this and figure out
where MY passion lies.
Perhaps you're like me and are still searching.
But I'm sure if you look around you,
you also have people who inspire you;
who Go for the Gusto!
Carpe Diem.
Today's the day.
Don't let your dreams expire.
Get out there and LOVE what you do!
~ The happiest people don't have the best of everything.
They just make the best of everything they have ~
~ Please feel free to go to
Are you waiting for the "Big Break"?
Do you think things will be better when you get older, richer, thinner or ________ (you fill in the blank)?
This vein of thinking only stagnates you;
leaving you lethargic and dull.
We all have a niche.
But to develop it, you have to LOVE it.
As an example, let me introduce you to
my daughter's husband, Brian, the Entrepreneur.
A few years ago, he and his partner quit their jobs (risky!) and decided that brewing beer was their destiny.
To date, they have launched 3 Craft Beers.
Beach Haus (Classic American Pilsner)
Winter Rental (Black Lager)
and
Kick Back (Ale).
(see him on www.beachhausbeer.com
and like him on Facebook).
Hours are spent on tastings, brewing, marketing & packaging.
And when the work day is over, what does he talk about?
Yup, you guessed it.
Beer. 24/7.
He LOVES what he does,
as his dream is being realized.
Or, take my daughters Melanie and Kaitlyn,
Fragrance Enthusiasts.
Mention the word SMELL and they are transported into another realm, speaking of formulas and scents with such fervor that it can put you in a tizzy
(Citronella is a citrus? Really?).
They can go on for
But the truth of the matter is this.
They LOVE what they are doing.
And their intensity is contagious and educational.
(Although it is a little weird when Melanie can stand next me and tell me the brand of deodorant I'm wearing).
And then there's Sous Chef Scott.
Chop. Sizzle. Serve.
Food. How to prep it. How to serve it. What it
The use of herbs and spices in food.
The combining of colors in food. Leftovers in food.
It's enough to make your mouth salivate with anticipation.
He's always introducing me to new foods
(Freekeh? Haven't tried it yet).
This is someone who LOVES the kitchen.
And I love being the recipient of this passion of his.
And speaking of earnest endeavors,
my son, Matthew, is Carpenter Extraordinaire.
Wood. Nails. Saws. Levels.
I'm always amazed at how and what he can construct.
Need a shed? No problem.
Want a pergola? Done.
Trellis over the garage? When do you want it?
He is an abstract thinker
And he LOVES the challenge.
I'm trying to take a lesson from all this and figure out
where MY passion lies.
Perhaps you're like me and are still searching.
But I'm sure if you look around you,
you also have people who inspire you;
who Go for the Gusto!
Carpe Diem.
Today's the day.
Don't let your dreams expire.
Get out there and LOVE what you do!
~ The happiest people don't have the best of everything.
They just make the best of everything they have ~
~ Please feel free to go to
to leave your comments ~
