It’s long, but it’s worth watching.
Professor Randy Pausch was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and given six months to live. He gave his last lecture Sept. 18, 2007 on “Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams.” He talks about how he pursued the little dreams he set for himself as much as the big ones, no matter how random or silly they might have appeared. Things from floating in zero-g to winning the huge teddy bears at carnival booths to becoming an “imagineer” for Disney, and more.
I love this guy’s attitude, in the face of such terrible news. He forbids people from acting sad for him and shows off how in-shape he is for the time being. This is someone who has used the time he’s been given well, and even in a life that may be cut shorter than any of us would like, were we given a choice.
Take the time to watch this and see if it doesn’t inspire you to chase after your dreams with just a little more determination, no matter how silly they may seem.
I see that smile.
Ah, dreams and aspirations, things I think I have abandoned in favor of living in the moment.
Btw, you are a Fabulous blogger, pick up your “recognition” at my blog (if you want).
I bet those dreams are still clinging on to you, ready to jump out and bite when you’re least expecting it. And thanks so much for the kind words on the blog. Makes it that much more fun.
Bite me? Eeeks! (rubs off imaginary fanged aspirations)
It’s just their way of saying they like you.