Living Our Full Potential

I know that I am not living to my full potential in this life. I’ve never been more sure of that statement as in these last four days. 

I am 64 years old and I’ve been brought to my knees by the death of a man half my age. Charlie lived life to his full potential. And I have been humbled.

Living our full potential. What does that mean? I suppose it’s something different to everyone, but each of us knows, deep inside, whether we can accomplish more in this life, or not. For me, personally, I know I can do more. 

Regardless, of what our calling is, we can make a positive difference somewhere in our corner of the world, or in every corner of the world…like Charlie.

There is an ear willing to hear from a voice willing to speak. We need to be that voice of truth.

Three times now in my life, I have wondered why a loved one passed when they were doing so much good in this world. But it always came down to this: I was leaving it up to them to pull my weight; to do the work assigned me (to each of us) because they were so good at it. They worked diligently and without a single complaint. 

Their deaths pushed me to a higher level. To love God more fully, and to see the bigger picture. A picture where I need to be very present, willing, and able…with the gifts and talents I possess. Whether I write, or speak, or teach, I need to be busy about God’s work. I need to profess my love for our country more. 

The cross and the flag can work together for the good of all people. God blessed this country from the start. Charlie knew this and lived his life to its full potential to prove that God is very real, that the family unit is the foundation of all society, and this country is the greatest in all the world. 

We have learned something from this tragedy. It’s very clear by the outpouring of love and compassion shown throughout our country and, actually, throughout the world. But it doesn’t stop at the tears shed today. We need to work together to continue Charlie’s good work…and through it all, give God the glory.

♥️

Andi