The "Eight Lessons on Living, Loving, and Reaching Your Dreams" are inspirational. How can I possibly feel sorry for myself after reading this book? Here are the eight lessons listed just in case you're interested...
1. When life gives you lemons, accept them and be grateful.
2. Do all you can to change what you can.
3. Pursue your passion as if your life depends on it. (My favorite quote from this chapter is on page 53, which describes Dad attempting to soothe Patrick's infant cries. He places him on top of the piano and softly played a lullaby. Patrick's cries stopped immediately. "It was a miracle! The angels in heaven were probably looking down at (Dad) and laughing out loud, saying, "I knew that thick-headed young man would figure it out sooner or later." Wonder how many times the angels have laughed at me? LOL Another great quote that spoke to me comes along on page 70. "Sometimes it feels as if your passion has dried up and disappeared, when life seems to be just another day: up in the morning, stumbling through the routine, then falling into bed at night." Believe me, every parent knows how this feels. It's just nice to see it in print. LOL
4. Be the YOU your mother would be proud of.
5. The best personal heroes can be found close to home.
6. Set your course, then burn the map. The idea of testing your limitations sticks with me from this chapter. Patrick Henry says on page 138, "The important thing is to figure out what your TRUE limitations are. You can't know until you keep on trying to reach past them."
7. Love, given freely, multiplies and returns.
8. Live each day like the last day of summer vacation.
If you have the opportunity to read this memoir, do so. It's humbling and inspirational.
I'm so glad it was provided at a time in my life when I needed reminding that we all struggle with adversity in our own way.
To learn more about Patrick Henry Hughes, go to the book's website.
Happy Reading!
RC
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