So, having read and reread now repeatedly, I was more than a bit surprised when I read it for about the 90th time yesterday, and actually got a bit choked up when I got to the end, and read:
Today my old skin has become as dust. I walk tall among men and they know me not, for today I am a new man, with a new life.”
Og Mandino, The Greatest Salesman in the World
Like I said, I have read those words repeatedly for weeks now, and they were simply words to me, until yesterday. What struck me for the first time was that I really was trying to become a “New Man, with a new life,” after living over six decades as the old me. For some reason that hit home yesterday.
In all honesty, I am not that concerned with whether others recognize me or not. But I am really interested in personally meeting the new man I become. I cannot wait to see how this all turns out.
So far, so good!!!
Hey Wanda, I’m just following your lead. You have been doing great posting, and sharing on Marco Polo, so I am trying to do the same.
Thank you, Paul. I agree, it is working, and it is work, but well worth the effort.
Thank you, Janet. I am trying to enjoy it, but it also stresses me out, and at times kinda saddens me, because I look back at my actions over the decades, and think of how much better I could have been. But the best time to start improving is now, so…
Thank you, Lori. This has been/is an interesting journey so far. I am a typical 60-year-old man, which means I was raised to ignore “The World Within.” I think I like this new way better!
I know, right??? Weird thought. Hope he is a good dude!
Thank you, JJ. I am glad I made you smile. (I was always the class clown growing up. I think it is because I always wanted to see the people around me Happy.)
reading “I am really interested in personally meeting the new man I become” just made me smile a very wide & deep smile for you. 🙂 🙂 🙂
Dirk, meet . . . YOU!
This… is nothing short of thrilling. So happy for you, Dirk.
The cement is chipping off and revealing the gold that has been buries underneath! Enjoy the journey!
Understanding that the process is working, great job
Thank you, Loren. I appreciate the support.
I can already tell, Dirk, you are going to be very pleased with the new you. Great blog post! 🙂
That is great Dirk getting choked up, it’s coming to life. Enjoy the rest of the journey.