By Ron Greene
As age progresses and time passes on, knowledge is gained and memories are made. Some of us skip by through high school, while others seem to drag and scrape. This all falls back on decisions we make.
Growing up I had tons of time to procrastinate, whether with school, housework, even college. I never was the most on top, conscientious student. Truth is I regret slacking, but I can’t take back what has already been done. And it’s not really that I want to, I mean, everything happens for a reason…right?
If my family ever taught me anything, it’s to never give up. My grandfather served in the military during the Vietnam War. Although he rarely speaks of it, I remember him telling me that the worst thing for a soldier’s moral is watching one of their fellow comrades getting picked off by the enemy. I compare that to me failing a class, I won’t let my credits die in vain!
Recently I have been much more in tune with reality and the fact that I need to put forth some effort if I even want to think about passing high school. My grades have been improving, and my mother is enthused.
All I need to do now is keep track of my priorities. “Priorities first…fun later.”
As well as being responsible, I will also have to maintain a good attitude toward others, which I have been awesome with recently. Even something as easy as a friendly smile could make the difference between a good and terrible day for someone. Why wouldn’t you want to be the leading factor in someone’s happiness?
To me, it’s all about what I think of myself. As much as I care what others think about me, I realize that in the end it doesn’t matter, life goes on, and so does gossip. There’s no sure fire way to stop either, so just be yourself.
The only advice I can give to those reading is, never stray away from whom you truly are for anyone. Everyone is unique, and perfect in their own way. Use your talents and abilities to their extent, always making sure not to be egotistic. Otherwise people may assume you’re self-centered.
Don’t live a life full of regrets, and don’t regret a life lived.
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