We are all standard bearers, but the question one should always ask themselves is what standard am I bearing?
You are a source of inspiration, then again, what kind of inspiration might it be?
When we realize that we are called, not just to live and die in ignominy, but to live happily and to leave a legacy that will stand as a testament for our time spent here.
Enduring legacy goes far beyond material possessions, but legacies that embed in memories that even the passage of time doesn’t wash away.
If you think you can’t make a difference, you are so wrong. All the men and women who made a difference long before you and I, were mere mortals just like you and I.
You may only be in the position to do small things. Yes, do those small things with a big heart. Therein, lies the difference.
© Jacqueline Oby-Ikocha
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I hear you in my thoughts…
Your words of wisdom,
of love and encouragement…
They are etched upon my soul.
They keep me warm.
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*an excerpt from my poem*
Lovely sentiment Jacqueline 🙂
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Thank you Ritu. Have a good evening 🙂
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You too Jacqueline 😊
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I love the message in this post Jacqueline 💜
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Thank you Brenda 🙂
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Agree If you think you can’t make a difference, you are so wrong.
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We all can make a difference.
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Hear, hear!
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Thank you Micki 🙂
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Great advice. If you can’t do big things, do small things in a big way 😊
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Reblogged this on mfdpens@pi and commented:
Jacqueline is so on it! We must all be careful-what we say, do and be. We are never, ever aware who is watching and listening…
We are all Standard Bearers…
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very very wise words, dear Jacq. Love this specially: “Enduring legacy goes far beyond material possessions, but legacies that embed in memories that even the passage of time doesn’t wash away.”
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Thank you Rosema. Material things can filter away but intangible legacies don’t.
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I agree. ❤
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What we may think of as small things are often the exact opposite 🙂
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That’s true
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