What is on my heart this week....

My heart is filled with the memory of Sebastian, whose life ended one year ago at the tender age of 24.  Our family was blessed when he moved from South Africa, ahead of his family, to live with us so he could complete his senior year of high school. He and our son Pablo were friends that soon became brothers and our family expanded by his huge presence and love.  We were so lucky to have this gift of time.

There are many things I learned from Sebastian but these five lessons stand out from all the rest on how to truly live a life of value.

Mostly he taught me these things

• Honor this gift of living
• Savor the preciousness of every second
• Time matters, spend it wisely
• You are the creator of your universe 
• Have a vision and lay out the steps to make it real
• Execute consistently every day with clear actions
• Live every second as if it were your last

Sebastian’s steps to life were not lived in the past or future

Not defined by what he had done or what might happen

But what he must do Today

And what he would leave for Tomorrow

Who you are matters - clear and simple presence mixed with a loving heart

He planted his purpose in me

His beautiful soul lives on 

Through the example he set for each of us

To be the master of our life

Because we are

I love you and am so grateful for you Sebass

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