The world watched the passing of the torch for the Olympic Games. Whether one has the dream of carrying that torch or winning a gold medal, we all have some dreams and goals in our lives. Recently, I read an article by a noted doctor stating that everyone has dreams. What is your dream of dreams? The following thoughts by Amanda Bradley have blessed the lives of many people. I have often used it when closing a speech or at the end of a seminar or workshop. I would like to share it with all my special readers of this column.

"Always have a dream. Forget about the days when it's been cloudy, but don't forget your hours in the sun. Forget about the times you've been defeated but don't forget the victories you've won. Forget about mistakes that you can't change now, but don't forget the lessons that you've learned. Forget about misfortunes you've encountered but don't forget the times your luck has turned. Forget about the days when you've been lonely, but don't forget the friendly smiles you've seen. Forget about the plans that didn't seem to work out right. But don't forget to always have a dream."

We may not have been one of the special people who carried the torch for the Olympic Games. We can, however, give a word of encouragement to others who realize their dream and work at realizing our own dreams.

Warm Thought: Pass the torch. Pass on the torch, pass on the flame. Remember whence the glory came? And eyes are on you as you run beyond the shining of the sun. Allen Eastman Cross. Each dream is an opportunity to face a problem. Learn about yourself. It is an opportunity to grow. Always have a dream.

Warm Thoughts from the Little Home on the Prairie Over a Cup of Tea by Luetta G Werner

Published in the Marion Record, July 25th, 1996.

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