I know that most of you have already watched the YouTube video or read the book - but I'm one of those who has to let the hype wear down before I can visit cultural phenomena like this...
I picked the book up at the library a couple of weeks ago and finally cracked it open yesterday - and devoured the whole thing. I found myself nodding at so many passages, reconsidering my time spent with my husband, kids, and colleagues. Thought about who I am, who I think I am - who I could be.
It also made me think back to the day when my late husband died - and my decision on how I was going to live life for me and my son. I refused to give in, to mope, to be pessimistic, or to provide anything less than a hopeful, happy, magical and FULL life of possibilities for the two of us. I remember hearing that some folks thought that I wasn't "mourning enough" considering the situation. When I read what Randy Pausch wrote, I felt like he might have been a kindred spririt. I don't know how many times I said to family and friends, "It is what it is - and there's a great life for us out there. I won't ignore that." I don't think you win my moping and complaining - you have to look forward, make the best of what you have, do your best for those around you. Dig deep...
I don't mean for this to sound preachy - hope it doesn't. I was just touched by Mr. Pausch's bravery and joy - and thought it worth passing it along. If you haven't read the book, it's worth the time.
