Inspired

Ever since I was in about 4^th grade I knew I wanted to spend the rest of my life inspiring people and making a difference in the world. It just seemed like part of my nature and that is all I really wanted to do. Whenever someone asked me what I wanted to do when I grow up the first thing that popped into my head was motivating others. Of course I would say something like being a social worker or being a psychologist but being a motivating leader is always what I have dreamed about doing. I wanted to change people’s lives. I have spent 8 years trying to figure out how and I still don’t have an answer. But I know somehow, someway it is going to happen.

This past weekend I have spent it as YCC (Youth City Council) Conference. It was more fun than I can even put into words. I love Garland City Youth Council, we are THE BEST!! But as I sat there for 3 days listening to people inspire me about being a leader and making a difference in the world I have had more motivation than ever before that NOW IS MY TIME TO MAKE THE DIFFERENCE! I often ask myself a simple question, “What would I do if I wasn’t afraid of failure?” This question almost haunts me. It keeps me awake at night. I am a dreamer, but I let failure stand in my way of fulfilling my dreams that seem almost impossible to accomplish. Eleanor Roosevelt once said, “You must do things you think you can’t!”

Since the summer before my freshman year I have had a dream and HUGE desire to go do humanitarian work in a 3^rd world country. This to me seemed impossible, out of reach, and at times really scary. But NOW is my time to take action. Summer of 2014 I am fulfilling my desire; I am spending my summer helping those who are less fortunate than I am. I remind myself daily to BE BRAVE! Life can be scary but if you are brave you can do wonders. In my opinion the secret to living is giving!

Everyone is who we are and go through certain experiences for a reason. We all have great things to accomplish that only we can do. We were born at the right place at the right time for a reason! You never know what you can do to help another person. Have no doubt that you can do things other people can’t. One determined person can make a significant difference. Our best focus at this very moment has the potential to put us in the best place for the next moment. Never give up on what matters most in your life, don’t let bad days turn into bad weeks! There are so many amazing things in the future, make a difference in the world! Over the past couple years I have been inspired to make a difference by so many people. Inspire others, stand out, and always remember YOU MATTER!

Things got a little Cray Cray at YCC with these two!

Representing Garland well...We are the BEST!

Sister Elaine says it better than anyone else :)