Success

We took a trip to the zoo yesterday. Trish had to work, unfortunately, but the kids and I went to the zoo, which was a fun and adventurous trip. They really didn't stop to look at the animals a whole lot. I mean, we would look at the giraffes or the elephants or whatever but only as we were passing by, on our way to whatever they were looking for, which they eventually found.

We spent a couple of hours riding the train that went around the zoo and going down a slide at the zoo. We are blessed with a couple of really cool, really active kids. They like seeing things, such as animals you don't see every day, but, they would rather be doing something. There is a lot to be said for folks who like to do things. I pray that they will always be doers, go-getters, hard workers.

Today's word is just a quick reminder that hard work is prosperous in so many different ways: "Some people dream of success, while others wake up and work hard at it."

Success seems to come naturally to some, and seems to always elude others. But, the truth is, if you are working hard, for the right reasons, you are more successful than you give yourself credit. Being successful has nothing to do with the size of your bank account, your house, your vehicle, or your ego. Being successful means that you apply yourself usefully.

I look at my two children and am humbled and amazed at how diligent and determined they are. I am glad that they love to learn by doing, and aren't afraid to do. Of course, their knowing and growing in GOD is the most important. I am grateful that I get the blessing of watching them grow and learn and explore. My prayer is that I can help them be successful in whatever they choose to try to accomplish; that I can help foster and nurture their spirit and creativity. My prayer is that I can help them be successful.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T