Vision Statement
There's an old verse that says, "For lack of vision, My people perish." So, as I was reading Laurie Beth Jones' book The Path, I was encouraged to write a vision statement. The problem was, I killed my dreams off years ago. I've lived in other people's callings, visions, and dreams because mine are far too impractical and illogical. I know this. I know that who I want to be and what I want to be doing is a long shot. For years, I've settled for less than what I really want, and I've tried to make what I really want and who I really am fit into the mold of practicality. But try as I may, the dream never truly dies, it just gets knocked into comma for a while. When it comes to, it fights for its life again. The truth is, I know that I need to pursue my dream. If I don't, I will live my whole life in the shadow of other peoples' best for me, but not God's best for me.
So, if after you read my vision statement you say, "Gee, she's off her rocker!" well, I'll take it. But I'm not going to change my dream any more. I cannot keep denying myself, the core of who I am. God doesn't even do that. Here it is, my crazy, wild, impractical dream.
Vision Statement
I work as an artist and art teacher in a community based organization. My office is a place of warmth and friendship, and my students are fully engaged in the learning process and excited about the artwork they are creating. They seek me out for perspective, and I mentor them in art and life. My co-workers are experienced artists who deeply care for each other and make the world a better place through beauty and acts of service. They inspire me, refresh me, and are a safe haven for my soul. They are my friends. I make life into art every day. I've traveled to Europe several times and have another trip planned to Ireland to present my artwork at Dublin University. My work is sought after, and I'm an internationally acclaimed artist. I have so much work, I have to turn jobs down. My work inspires people to go for their dreams. I'm married to the sweetest man alive, and we often travel together. He's still in love with me and shows me everyday by his actions. He always encourages me and challenges me to not only go for my dreams, but to be a better person. We have lovely children, and they know they are loved and who they are as individuals. My parents and I have a friendship relationship, and my best friend and I still go out to eat together and have spa days. It is 6pm on a Saturday night. The kids are being watched by their grandparents because my husband and I are having a special night out. My hair is in an up do with flowers woven throughout. I am wearing sexy high heals, and a black cocktail dress. My wedding ring graces my hand. We sit across from each other, holding hands, talking about work, the arts, our children, and our community. He mentions giving a million dollars to a local charity, and I agree that it's an excellent idea. We order dinner in a chandelier laden restaurant, and giggle about our seats at the theatre. We talk about our kids, and our next trip to Dublin. Mostly, we still enjoy just being together. We are happy.
So, if after you read my vision statement you say, "Gee, she's off her rocker!" well, I'll take it. But I'm not going to change my dream any more. I cannot keep denying myself, the core of who I am. God doesn't even do that. Here it is, my crazy, wild, impractical dream.
Vision Statement
I work as an artist and art teacher in a community based organization. My office is a place of warmth and friendship, and my students are fully engaged in the learning process and excited about the artwork they are creating. They seek me out for perspective, and I mentor them in art and life. My co-workers are experienced artists who deeply care for each other and make the world a better place through beauty and acts of service. They inspire me, refresh me, and are a safe haven for my soul. They are my friends. I make life into art every day. I've traveled to Europe several times and have another trip planned to Ireland to present my artwork at Dublin University. My work is sought after, and I'm an internationally acclaimed artist. I have so much work, I have to turn jobs down. My work inspires people to go for their dreams. I'm married to the sweetest man alive, and we often travel together. He's still in love with me and shows me everyday by his actions. He always encourages me and challenges me to not only go for my dreams, but to be a better person. We have lovely children, and they know they are loved and who they are as individuals. My parents and I have a friendship relationship, and my best friend and I still go out to eat together and have spa days. It is 6pm on a Saturday night. The kids are being watched by their grandparents because my husband and I are having a special night out. My hair is in an up do with flowers woven throughout. I am wearing sexy high heals, and a black cocktail dress. My wedding ring graces my hand. We sit across from each other, holding hands, talking about work, the arts, our children, and our community. He mentions giving a million dollars to a local charity, and I agree that it's an excellent idea. We order dinner in a chandelier laden restaurant, and giggle about our seats at the theatre. We talk about our kids, and our next trip to Dublin. Mostly, we still enjoy just being together. We are happy.
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