I’ve come to the realization that I need a bigger vision for our lives if I expect it to “move” me to consistent action. Actually, my first recognition of this was setting on our balcony at the Ihiani Hotel two years ago when I had a strong two hour session with myself. As I enjoyed that Hawaiian scene, I wrote my letter of commitment to myself that I would not continue to live the mean existence we were living in my job at that time. The Lord subsequently moved me out of that job and has given me a great opportunity to create our new future. That future includes both a better destination as well as a better journey to the destination. They are actually one and the same. Here are the current components of my vision for our journey/destination.
My bigger vision is to become a nationally recognized expert on how to help myself and others overcome inadequate retirement resources and income. My vision is that my new career will be big enough for it to provide us the kind of income that will allow our lifestyle to include the following components.
1. Spend two months each year in Hawaii with visits from Brett and Marc, Amy and the girls while there.
2. Spend a couple weeks with Brett in Seattle each year.
3. Payoff our mortgage and all debt.
4. Build sufficient retirement resources, though I still want to continue my career 15-20 hrs/wk for as long as God allows.
5. Do what I can to help Marc and Amy make their business a success.
6. Continue my personal growth, creativity and innovation.
