Potential

For as long as I can remember, people have said, "He has such potential!" And it's true. Even this late in life, I really do have a lot of potential ... but only because I am such a slow learner. It's an unfortunate part of my nature, but I really do learn slowly. I've compensated with a "lifelong learning policy", but I know I'll never really catch up. Alas ... Potential.

It's a New Year! I didn't make any resolutions because I haven't really accomplished the things I've been working on. But - in general - I plan to refocus my energy to finish a few things that are terribly important to me; and I'm starting to let go of some things I just shouldn't care about anymore. My grandfather used to say, "You spend the first half of your life acquiring stuff, and the second half trying to make it go away." How wise.

Here's wishing you all a safe and productive New Year!