The feelings and thoughts that ebb and flow through me as I read these words are powerful, yet gentle. I know this place and as I walk my own path I feel the pressure and the pleasure of loving and leading my family.
We are not our past, but our past has shown us what we are capable of overcoming and serves as a reminder of how far we’ve come and taught us lessons on how to become better.
Thank you, Leo, for your words, expressions and sharing life lessons.
First off, congratulations to you and your wife on the pregnancy. I know that you'll find the capacity within yourself to care, raise, and love a second child. Remember when you had reservations about your first? With new responsibilities, new strengths are found within ourselves. The strength and determination you were show through the actions of your father resonate through you to this day. Even if you don't feel that you'll ever be on his level, striving for it will still make you a great man, father, husband. I love you like a brother and I'm glad I have the opportunity to watch you and your family grow.
Thank you. I completely agree that these are the moments when our capacity expands past all previous limits. I appreciate you my brother. I hope you are continuing to thrive.
Well said... well said.
Thank you Jeff. I’ve written and rewritten your previous suggestion. I believe I will get it right eventually.
It is a privilege to love and be loved. I am so glad that you do, and that you are.
You are also prudent…a word not often used these days.
I like that, “a privilege to love and be loved.” Thank you.
Very well said, it all comes down to love
Live and love well
Keep sharing
Thank you. The great privilege is overcoming hardship.
Leo, another thought provoking story!
You draw the reader into your contemplation and promote self reflection in such a positive manner. Thank you for sharing the visuals of your world.
Creating pieces that provide an opportunity for reflection and conversation is important to me. Thank you for reading.
The feelings and thoughts that ebb and flow through me as I read these words are powerful, yet gentle. I know this place and as I walk my own path I feel the pressure and the pleasure of loving and leading my family.
We are not our past, but our past has shown us what we are capable of overcoming and serves as a reminder of how far we’ve come and taught us lessons on how to become better.
Thank you, Leo, for your words, expressions and sharing life lessons.
That ebb and flow is exactly right. Thank you.
Simply awesome! Your writing always open my eyes and gives me a lot to ponder.
Thank you, Phil. I hope you are thriving.
I am thriving!! Thanks
First off, congratulations to you and your wife on the pregnancy. I know that you'll find the capacity within yourself to care, raise, and love a second child. Remember when you had reservations about your first? With new responsibilities, new strengths are found within ourselves. The strength and determination you were show through the actions of your father resonate through you to this day. Even if you don't feel that you'll ever be on his level, striving for it will still make you a great man, father, husband. I love you like a brother and I'm glad I have the opportunity to watch you and your family grow.
Thank you. I completely agree that these are the moments when our capacity expands past all previous limits. I appreciate you my brother. I hope you are continuing to thrive.