Choices in Moments in Time

Life can change in an instant, in a moment in time. The choices we make in that instant can affect our lives, our legacy, our family tree. In some cases, those choices can affect the world.

Think of the bible stories we learned as a child.  Twelve men said yes to Jesus.  We know at least one man, the young rich ruler, said no. Those twelve men that made the right choice in that moment in time lived the most incredible lives for 3.5 years and then beyond.  Ronald Reagan made a decision to tell Gorbachev to "tear down that wall" on the limo ride to make his speech at the wall and changed the history of the world forever. A poor Sylvester Stallone refused a million dollars for the "Rocky" screenplay he wrote, insisting that he play the part.  He felt no one would portray the character, Rocky Balboa, like he could because he wrote the screenplay and understood the character intimately.  Sylvester Stallone has been rewarded for his choice at the moment in time many, many times over.

We make choices daily.  We choose what to wear, what to eat, how to act, how to perform.  But I think one of the most important choice we make is how we spend our time.  The bible says that there is a time and place for everything.  For working, for playing, for resting.  And I confess, I have not used my time wisely for quite some time.  I haven't exercised regularly for years.  I could be more productive while spending time alone in the camper.  I "rest" when I come home, and often times, set a poor example for my family by recuperating on the couch for most of the weekend.

So I am going to make an effort to be conscious of my time.  I am going to make an effort to create great memories on the weekends while I am home.  I am going to set an example by using my time effectively to do "chores".  I am going to try live my life in such a way that I leave a positive legacy for my boys.

And I pray for the wisdom, if that certain "moment" in time comes along, to make the right choice.