I understand exactly what you mean. A few years back I ran for a statewide political office (attorney general). A good run. Not ultimately successful but incredibly revealing. I was a long shot candidate, not part of the political establishment, running on an anti-corruption platform. Several folks wrote detailed letters on my behalf. One was a former judge from another state with whom I’d shared the foxhole of a multi-year corporate lawsuit against a well-known billionaire. Another was a secretary who’d worked with me for ten years but then retired. A few were clients. I was floored by the letters. They said nice things but what blew me away was the revelation that I actually was the person I thought I was. Kind of hard to explain. But so powerful to learn.
Its been a year and you are great. Posting this on my birthday cuz its relatable. Will be turning 18 and now I tell myself, Oh! There's nothing much in this life. Keep good friends and have loads of fun. Right??
Birthdays take on a different vibe when you're on the hill. Whether you're almost at the top or you're sliding down the back on your ass, birthdays force us to reflect on our lives. You did the right thing by surrounding yourself with friends who get you. Those are the ones we want sliding along with us. Here's to another year of epiphanies!
Happy Birthday, Legend! Glad you went for the friend gathering. I know the feeling of (anxiety) apprehension that our mind uses to play tricks on us sometimes. Best feeling is when you crush it and embrace the love!
I’m 47 and that is sage wisdom my friend! I also get tons of one liners from my 6 year old too, so that helps! I hope this trip around the sun is more appealing than the last.. 👏👏🙌
I understand exactly what you mean. A few years back I ran for a statewide political office (attorney general). A good run. Not ultimately successful but incredibly revealing. I was a long shot candidate, not part of the political establishment, running on an anti-corruption platform. Several folks wrote detailed letters on my behalf. One was a former judge from another state with whom I’d shared the foxhole of a multi-year corporate lawsuit against a well-known billionaire. Another was a secretary who’d worked with me for ten years but then retired. A few were clients. I was floored by the letters. They said nice things but what blew me away was the revelation that I actually was the person I thought I was. Kind of hard to explain. But so powerful to learn.
Fantastic story. And the t-shirt rocks!!!
I agree with Bob, your Dad would have loved the story and the shirt!
thanks Steve!
Its been a year and you are great. Posting this on my birthday cuz its relatable. Will be turning 18 and now I tell myself, Oh! There's nothing much in this life. Keep good friends and have loads of fun. Right??
Happy birthday!
Thank you.
Birthdays take on a different vibe when you're on the hill. Whether you're almost at the top or you're sliding down the back on your ass, birthdays force us to reflect on our lives. You did the right thing by surrounding yourself with friends who get you. Those are the ones we want sliding along with us. Here's to another year of epiphanies!
Happy Belated Birthday!
thank you!
Awesome night!! May this year be the best year ever!
Happy bday! We’re basically the same age because I turn 44 next month!
Thanks! I'll look forward to your birthday post next month!
loved this slice of happiness
your dad would have loved this one.. and he believed you [and allison] were the best, most clever, brilliant and fun ....
thank you, think he would've loved this one too!
Happy Birthday, Legend! Glad you went for the friend gathering. I know the feeling of (anxiety) apprehension that our mind uses to play tricks on us sometimes. Best feeling is when you crush it and embrace the love!
thank you! it really was the gift i needed!
(Also that shirt is the best textile ever made 😂)
totally!
I’m 47 and that is sage wisdom my friend! I also get tons of one liners from my 6 year old too, so that helps! I hope this trip around the sun is more appealing than the last.. 👏👏🙌
thank you! i think it's going to be a good trip this year!
I loved every moment of it. It was like I was the uninvited guest at the party turned invisible after spotting the plant based delicacy.
Michael, I have subscribed. 😂
Thank you! And welcome to the party, BBK!
Aw happy birthday Michael 💗 And thank you for the wisdom I needed this today.
thank you for the birthday wishes, and you're welcome for the wisdom!