Heart's Adventure

It’s been three weeks since Barack Obama was elected President of the United States and like many, I was caught up in the anticipation and excitement of the inauguration. The election of America’s first African-American President was a historical moment and as I sat at home watching on TV, I was struck by the words of his speech,

“Now, there are some who question the scale of our ambitions – who suggest that our system cannot tolerate too many big plans. Their memories are short. For they have forgotten what this country has already done; what free men and women can achieve when imagination is joined to common purpose, and necessity to courage.”

Now that the glow of the inauguration is fading, President Obama’s words continue to ring in my ears. Imagination and purpose may give our nation courage to face the challenges that lie ahead, but they can also help us shape our daily lives. On our life’s journey, do we dare to imagine a truly fulfilling life? Have we taken the time to identify our life’s purpose? With imagination and purpose our needs become clearer and courage comes naturally. This is the heart’s adventure.