The Three Gifts of Time

Time is precious commodity. We cannot borrow it because once it has been spent, it cannot be returned. The passing of time also represents the becoming of who you are now and who you have yet to become. The three gifts of time are your past, present, and future.

The lessons you learn, you may not see as gifts. We all have events or situations in our lives that are pivotal or have transformed our lives into who we are. These situations and events are also a matter of perspective. I have heard from a number of different people about their life's journey and resilience from situations like abuse, being a child of a workaholic, neglect, death of a parent or spouse, and many others. I'm not saying that anyone deserved to be a product of their situation. What I am saying is these situations make who you are.

As I take some time to reflect on these three gifts, I came up with several insights and treasures.

PAST

Your past represents the beginning of your journey. It cannot be changed for it lies behind you. When you hold onto your past, it prevents you from moving forward and enjoying the present and planning for the future. Your past is a memory and a learning. It is the person you were at the time.

PRESENT

The present is the time that you're living in the moment. It can often be difficult for people to enjoy the moment because of all of the distractions in the world around them. That is why it is important to savor the moments, the feelings, and the laughter for soon it will be the past.

FUTURE

Future is what we plan and hope for. It allows us to dream. Your dream can be what you want to be, do, or have. It is the time of who you have yet to become regardless of your past and what situation or where you came from.

Cherish and embrace your PAST. Live in the PRESENT.

Dream and Plan for your FUTURE.

Who do you wish to become?

You are Meant to Do Great Things!

"Are You Living Your Dream? Or Just Living Your Life?"
These are the words found the back cover of "The Dream Giver" by Bruce Wilkinson, a book I am in the midst of reading. The power behind those questions resonates in many of the people I encounter and work with everyday.

This inspirational story is about a boy named Ordinary who leaves the Land of Familiar to pursue his Big Dream. The message is powerful and compelling. A great read. We all have big dreams. What is yours? Are you living it right now? What has stopped you from pursuing your big dream?

You may have several reasons that you have not pursued your big dream. Take a moment to think about who you have in your life who would want you to have that dream? There are many people around you that want you to succeed and they will help support you in any way that they can. Let other people know what your big dream is. Remember your dream belongs to you and no one can take it away from you and only you were meant to fulfill it. Go after your BIG DREAM! It was made for you...because you were meant to do great things!

Share your dreams.