Keep Your Eyes on the Prize
What is the prize? Do we actually get one in this lifetime. Did we ever think about it? We definitely think about goals and set
up our plans to achieve something. I distinctly remember the old “Crackerjack” boxes where there was a prize buried in the bottom. You couldn’t eat the candy coated popcorn fast enough to get to the prize. I do think most of us want something more in life, more money, more success, better relationships, good health, a new car. a better place to live and a good night’s sleep.
We plan away, get degrees, get jobs, try to invest, be responsible and are thrilled when success unfolds. Nice going! But then we get scared, we are afraid our portfolios won’t do well, maybe we lose the house in a downturn, perhaps the health deteriorates and the relationship doesn’t last. We start our fear and worry routine. …

