List of ingredients

Achievement, Dedication, Duty, Grace, Happiness, Integrity, Possibility, Principles, Strength, Vision, Well-being


1. Lightly blend the above ingredients in the big bowl of life.

2. Next, stir in the following (use portions as large as you desire because larger portions will greatly enhance the overall flavor)

I am for values
I want to enhance vision
I will to voice dedication
I can to the possibilities
I do to accomplishing goals

3. Mix well with your oversized care spoon.

4. Now, set the table with your best china. "My best china?" - Yes, use your best china, wear your favorite fragrance, and show off that expensive outfit that looks good on you. You are saving these for...?

5. Be sure to put out the side dishes of hope, joy, love and peace (and others you may want to serve – such as confidence, empathy, and forgiveness) to accompany your meal.

6. Now, here is the thing about this soul-stirring recipe. It is an old recipe been handed down from generation to generation. But, you know how we do it; we experiment by adding more of this and less of that. Just remember to flavor it to feed your soul by adjusting it how you like.

Serve generous portions and know there is always enough for seconds and thirds. If by chance, you have leftovers, know they will last your lifetime if properly stored in warm, loving and gracious lined containers.

Always, serve this meal with a tall refreshing prayer. Always!

7. Of course, no meal is complete without dessert. Add a huge slice of humble pie, in fact, have a second slice. And, yes, it is ok; in fact, it is a good thing if your second slice is larger than your first.