Not to sound morbid, but have you ever taken a moment to think about this question “What I want to accomplish before I die?” Not the “Bucket List” things necessarily, but the real things that inspire change in the world? The things that will leave a lasting legacy long after we are gone?

I think this is a very important and life-giving question to ponder every once in a while. If we all make it our life’s mission to be the change we want to see in the world, imagine how wonderful things would be.

I once heard a speaker long time ago ask the very same question this way? “Would you be pleased with the words that are spoken about you at your funeral?” That question stuck in my mind ever since. As a mom, I want to be the best example I can be to my children, I want to teach them respect and good morals and character and how to be a good steward of the resources they have been blessed with. I want to leave a lasting legacy that they can be proud of. I want to be the best daughter and sister I can be.The best friend who loves unconditionally. As a small business owner, I want to operate with honesty and integrity and only produce quality work for my clients. I want to give back to the community that helped me to be successful. And most importantly, live for my Creator, God. These are the things that matter!

This has alot to do with your purpose in life. For when you find your true God-given purpose, it is powerful enough to change the world, regardless of what you do. A stay-at-home mom could be raising the next Billy Graham, a doorman could be the one that put that smile on people’s faces after a difficult day. We were all put on this planet to fulfill our unique purpose that only you and I can fulfill. As an Interior Decorator, I didn’t understand what my purpose really was for a very long time. Certainly it wasn’t all about spending other people’s money on stuff and possessions. But then I realized that I am in the position where I deal with people in the most intimate of settings – their homes. The place where they expect to feel safe, comfortable and relaxed, and I get the privilege to enhance their lives in a very tangible way. It took me a while to realize that it really wasn’t about the stuff, but it’s all about the feeling that they get as the enter their home each and everyday. Suddenly all the cares of the world melt away and family bonding time begins.

This song by Tim McGraw “Live Like You Were Dying” is a great reminder to make each day count. Do the things that you’ve been putting off, forgive the people you were denying forgiveness, give selflessly and love deeply. Take a listen.

I still have a lot to accomplish before I die. I have big dreams for my life and career, but even bigger ones for my children…..and one day…..grandchildren. I pray everyday that I will leave this planet a little bit better than I found it.

What are some of the things you would like to accomplish? Leave me a comment below.

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Veronica Solomon