It’s Monday, January 4, 2010…wow! We’re probably all feeling the same things right about now. Excited…a new start; hopeful…this is going to be a better year in every way; overwhelmed…so much to get done; and confused…how’d it get to be 2010??
I’ve decided not to think too much about any of those things. I’ve decided to just do the best I can at whatever it is that I’m doing! I’m going to take opportunities that are presented…sometimes good and sometimes not so good…to improve, to learn something, to teach something, to make someone’s life better. People don’t always know when those things are happening, but I think that’s because we don’t pay close enough attention. Will I always succeed at my goal…not a chance…but I can try…and ultimately, that IS the goal.
That dumb old saying…”it’s the little things that count”…not so dumb. Our days are filled with hundreds of little things…hundreds of opportunities to be able to make a difference. And it’s ok to notice when we ARE making a difference…it’s OK to feel good about it.
It all sounds really simplistic, doesn’t it…pretty basic. But the simple stuff is definitely what it’s all about.
I hope you’re feeling great about today! Get to work and enjoy…your family, your job, yourself.
Wishing you a healthy, happy and prosperous 2010.
My very best to you,
Jackie
Comment by Mark Chavarria — January 5, 2010 @ 5:33 pm
Jackie – well said and right on point. I’m proud to be a part of your team and proud to call you and Dave my dear friends.
Thank you for all you do!
Comment by Melissa Peterson — January 7, 2010 @ 8:01 pm
Thanks for always being so inspiring Jackie. Looking forward to LADM in Chicago this March.
Melissa
Comment by Steviee Dunn — January 21, 2010 @ 9:59 pm
So true Jackie- The difference you have made in so many dancers lives (particularly mine…) is outstanding. You are some of the best and most caring in this industry. We’re lucky to have an organization like L.A.D.M to be inspired by.
I don’t think you know how much you have impacted my life.
Lots of Love-See you in March
Comment by Jackie — January 26, 2010 @ 10:30 am
Steviee,
You know what you are? You are a success story. Look at just a few years ago…and look at what you’re doing now…amazing. Your potential is so much greater than you even know…I’m right on this. Just wait to see what you’re going to accomplish! This is going to be fun to watch!
We’re always around for you.
xo
Jackie