Reaching for the Dream

Wishing costs us nothing but Expectation demands something from us. It requires that we do something – REACH!

I have been contemplating and journaling some on the facets of dreaming – why some people do, why some people don't, what's involved, etc.

I'm beginning to recognize that one reason it is easy for me to dream is because I actually feel empowered enough to believe I can make some of them become a reality.

I credit this optimism to three things in my life:

1 - I was blessed with parents who believed in me and taught me I could accomplish whatever I set my mind to;

2 - I have a husband who is a permission giver. He may not understand or share all of my dreams, but he is a perpetual “green light”, encouraging me to go for it;

3 - I believe that many of my dreams are backed and supported by God Almighty, the ultimate Dream Giver. I am not talking about a super-optimistic, Santa Claus perspective of God – making out my list and being a good enough girl to get my wish granted. I do believe, though, that some of my dreams originated in His heart first and that He shaped my heart and desires to reflect His own. Other dreams are purely mine, but I think He delights in them because they delight me.

If I were a climbing vine, these things have been the lattice I cling to as I reach higher. They support me so that I can make the step to the next rung toward my dream. Lucky for me, you might say, but where does that leave you? These factors have definitely made it easier for me to reach for and believe in my dreams, but I don't think they are prerequisites. All it means is that I will be less of a hero than many others who overcome greater obstacles to see their dream fulfilled. True heroes are those who face great odds, overwhelming circumstances, and huge roadblocks, but don't give up.

They keep reaching.

They do something.

And then they do the next thing.

Until their dream comes true.

And so can you.

Do something.

Sign up for that class.

Write that story.

Ask that girl out on a date.

Start saving for that trip.

Apply for that job.

Find those who will be your lattice.

And REACH.