My Wish for You

It's after midnight and I have finally called it quits for the day.  As for my time in Kentucky, I am done.  It has been a good thing.  I was able to meet wonderful people through work, I was able to mentor some high school boys, I got to work with an old friend and, although we didn't always agree, we are walking away friends, and the last few days I have been rewarded so incredibly by the kind words of so many people.  I have definitely received more than I have given.  I am the lucky one.

I believe I will look back at this time in my life as a turning point.  I still have so far to go, but during my time in Kentucky I have learned to care about others more deeply, I have learned to not be so judgemental, I have learned to reach out again, and I have learned that by giving of yourself, it is possible to get more in return.

I will miss the boys that I mentored.  Stay strong and focused and love God and people.  I know several of you long for a "better life".  My advice to you would be to find your passion and pursue it with all your energy and heart.

I will miss the people in the plant.  You work hard laboring to provide the product that is sold and serviced.  Without you, there would be no company.  I am grateful for the job that you perform everyday.  You make a difference.  Thank you.

I will miss Eric, the maintenance guy at the campground.  Just like me, you got taken advantage of when you were at the top of your game.  But you don't complain and you just keep working everyday to ensure that the campground is maintained, clean, and in proper working order.  Thank you for your service.  I loved the stories you told me about your experiences in Vietnam.  Eric, you are the real deal.  A man's man.  I will miss working beside you like we did in the ice storm of 2009 to clear the road of trees so that we could get to the main road.  God bless you.

I could go on and on, but I won't.  Don't be offended if you are not mentioned here.  I have made a special connection with so many people and you know who you are.  And, while not mentioned in this blog, I will remember you and the good memories that we share.

Rascal Flatts has a song called, "My Wish".  It is my wish for the people that I have met here in Kentucky. 

I hope you never look back but you never forget
All the ones who love you and the place you left
I hope you always forgive and you never regret
And you help somebody every chance you get
Oh, you'd find God's grace in every mistake
And always give more than you take
But more than anything, yeah more than anything
My wish for you
Is that this life becomes all that you want it to
Your dreams stay big, your worries stay small
You never need to carry more than you can hold

God Bless.  Stay in touch!

Elvis has left the building!!