The benefits of believing

“My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me.” - Jim Valvano

Greetings y'all :

No I don't usually start with a quote but this one struck a chord. I was thinking about something that Orson Wells once said, something about knowing he's be successful because his folks never stopped telling him that or believing in him. I wonder how folks are successful for the same reasons? Of course many people are successful in-spite of that familial foundation. Each person has their own song line and intrinsic motivators.

I posit one ought not to merely pass on a plethora of platitudes but ought to have a strong believe in their progeny. Specific praise usually is more heartfelt, it's indicative of paying attention. I hope my dear son knows I believe in him. It's humbling watching him grow and how much he teaches me.

We had a forced sequestered weekend. We had wonderful plans but as a parent I decided twas best to hunker down and get in touch with the simpler things in life. We listened to the ball game on the radio, like I used to with my family. We created a little carnival in the apartment with games and a fun house. We created some skits, we wrassled and giggled and loved and laughed. Basic, simple joys and activity that only cost time and imagination. I did this because I believe in my son. Oh to experience his fertile mind developing games and play acting .

So let me state for the record - Alexander I believe in you unconditionally and in all aspects of your life. Will you stumble ? Yes sir you sure will but I watched you create, modify, recreate and keep moving forward. You make everything better.

Thanks for reading again today folks .