As I listened to the music on my walk this morning, I asked myself the following question: Why is it that I can't remember what I just went into the other room to do but I can remember every word to a song that I haven't heard in over 50 years? I know. I've heard it….short term memory vs. long term memory. It still amazes me. 

The brain. I talk about it a lot during training sessions as it has everything to do with how we respond to others and process information. It controls our Emotional Intelligence and how we communicate. It controls our ability to think creatively and find better ways to do things. The list goes on and on.

I can only hope that I am able to retain some memory be it short or long term. I will continue to take that walk as often as I can and relish in the long term memory moments when I can actually remember something. Thank you, Pandora!

I never thought about sharing my adventures on line until recently. Having done it, I think I like it.

Today I celebrate 8 years in business. I decided I would take my first stab at a blog post to share my thoughts about that.
Here goes.

I have two role models, who are not longer with me, that left me with their legacies. My mother was a person who always put others first, gave silently to complete strangers and brightened every room she ever entered with her smile and unconditional love. I lost my second role model this week. He was a gentleman in every sense of the word. He was brilliant, humble, gracious, loving and one of those people who was smiling in photos even when he had no idea someone was taking his picture. He was a person who could have bragged about his life and accomplishments yet never did. He was only ever interested in 'the other person.'

My underlying goal in life has always been to leave a legacy that people who have had some contact with me will remember. Looking back, I am grateful that I have been able to do that for people who have been kind enough to allow me to - those that know me as well as complete strangers. I will continue on my journey in life and in business to seek out opportunities to make a positive difference for at least one person a day.

Today's cryptoquote is: "It is only the great hearted who can be true friends. The mean and cowardly can never know what true friendship means." Charles Kingsley. My mother and my Uncle Nate exemplified the meaning of being "great hearted."

What's your legacy?

From now until June 2nd be sure to watch this page for your chance to win a free balloon ride voucher from Sunkiss Ballooning that I will be giving away in appreciation for reaching this milestone. (This is transferrable if you want to give it to someone else.) If you like or comment on this post, your name goes into the drawing. The fun continues all month - stay tuned for more chances to win!

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