Teaching values
is not
a challenge,
it is
an opportunity.

An opportunity
for us
to influence
a generation.

Just think
what we do,
how we do it,
what we can show,
can instil
a set
of values
that can last
forever.

Life
presents us
with few
greater opportunities
than this one.

If we take
the time
to impart
the benefits
of having values,
we can
touch
the soul,
nurture
the heart,
and stimulate
the mind.

What
are
values?

How
do we
decide
which ones
are important?

How
do we
show others
their value?

Big
questions,
easy
answers.

Values
are characteristics
that when displayed,
nurture us,
empower us,
teach us,
unite us.

They say
I am
worthwhile,
you are
worthwhile.

They respect
each other,
they treat
all equally,
they leave you
thinking,
“wow,
that was
great!”

So,
look around,
see what
brightens
your day.

See how
you can
share it
with others.

See how
you can
influence
a generation.

See how
you can
change
our destiny.

See how
you can
unite us
as one.

Yes,
that is,
what values
are all about.

Uniting all,
empowering all,
with principles
and practices
that bring us
together.

Teaching values,
onerous,
empowering,
far-seeing,
far-reaching.

It is all
up to
each of us,
what are you doing,
today?

© Gary Dodd 2008