When I think of a 25-year-old athlete, words like prime, quickness and future come to mind.
Well, I’m not an athlete, but I do think I’m quick witted in a prime place in my life, and I can only hope the future is just as bright.
25 Years.
There’s so many milestones to think of in the first 25 years of life. Let’s start with birth. Okay, let’s quickly move past that eye opening experience ;) Then there’s learning to walk, talk, play, learn, love. There’s Bar Mitzvah, driving test, high school and college graduations, first job...and then for some early achievers, maybe even a wedding.
25 Years.
My first quarter century in this world has been an absolute whirlwind - one that I feel extremely grateful to be chosen for. From Dallas to Missouri to Singapore, life has never been dull in any place.
25 Years.
This year, I’ve seen so much that makes me feel fortunate for my lot in life. We often nitpick to find what’s wrong in our lives, instead of enjoying what’s in front of us.
In May, Amanda and I visited Siem Reap, Cambodia - a very significant trip for us. Yes, we saw the historical sites, but what I can never forget will be our visit of the present landscape.
Taking a tour to the outskirts of the city centre, we saw the shacks people are living in. It’s a place where daily life is a struggle. Yet, the sight that will always stick out to me was watching a group of kids play on the river bank. There was pure joy - a love of life that was clear in how much fun they were having. Here are young people that maybe have no idea what situation they’re in....or maybe they have it all figured out. Even in the face of a harsh reality, the kids just live for the moment.
The Next 25 Years.
Each day is not given, so it’s presumptive to talk about what the next 25 years would be like.
I can only hope there are moments of joy like the first quarter century has provided. I can only hope to be continued to be surrounded by loving family, friends and a supportive wife. I can only hope to live knowing that time shouldn’t be wasted.
I’d like to send a deep and heartfelt thank you to all of my family and friends from across the globe. It’s much easier to enjoy life when there are always people on your side.
L’Chaim!
Michael
