Life Lessons

LIFE LESSONS

I have always believed that there are no mistakes in life and that every path we take has a purpose. One of my many career paths took me to Woolrich where I worked with wonderful people, many of whom are still among my dearest friends. When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I was no longer at Woolrich, but the purpose of that path was soon to become evident.

At one memorable low point in my life I was very sick and severely depressed from chemotherapy. I thought about abandoning chemo and just dealing with the consequences. Right about the time I was going to give up, Beth Hodgens, a sales rep I had met at Woolrich, shared with me three words that saved my life during those dark days -- Trust Your Journey. For whatever reason, those three words gave me all the inspiration and comfort I needed to complete the treatments and get on with my life. I shared the words with Ruth and from that day forward, November 27th 2004, those words have been our companion and have now become our own company.

I tell you all of this for two reasons. One, there’s a purpose for every road you take, and it’s up to you to seek to understand that purpose. Second, you never know what impact you can have on another person’s life through your acts of thoughtfulness. I was gratified yet humbled every day during my illness and recovery by the acts of kindness from family, friends and peers. Then I received the greatest gift of all--three simple but powerful words that changed my life forever.

Note to Self
Send a thank you note to Beth Hodgens for her friendship and kindheartedness. What a great life lesson she shared with you.