Lately, it's becoming clearer to me that my dreams of big things actually seem quite minuscule to most people I know.
This used to bother me. But not so much anymore.
Literally speaking, I don't dream of big things at all. I don't need to scale Everest, hit the lotto or win an Oscar. My dreams are simple, yet elaborate. Let's see if I can break it down a bit...
I dream of tricking a foxy lady into marrying me. I reckon she'll need to be a poor-sighted gal. I dream of three kids or two. I dream of "Daddy, I love you."
A boy and a girl, maybe two of one--or the other.
Teach them both, or maybe them all
that the pick-and-roll
is the heart and soul,
and maybe buy her a Barbie doll.
Just made that up on the spot. Poetic or just nerdy? I'm fine with either.
I dream of movie nights at home with the wife and kids. Eating dinner around the kitchen table. How was your day? and all that.
I dream of coaching a championship team--or five. *cough* Twenty.
I dream of being at Wrigley Field. Green grass, red marquee, blue pinstripes. Breeze in the air and a hot dog just for the sake of having one. Oh, and that wonderful tune when it's over.
I dream of catching a fish as big as I am.
I dream of never having to worry about money. *slaps forehead*
I dream of being able to sleep before 3 AM. Of having a reason to get up earlier than nine. I like mornings more than you'd guess.
I dream of being allowed to invite my best friend to my wedding. Or maybe even attend hers? OK, maybe just the first one.
I am a simple man with simple dreams. My dreams include helping others fulfill their dreams--no matter the capacity. Josh Turner can explain it better than I, so I'll just let him take it from here--provided you have 3:36 to kill.
Also in part because I finally figured out how to put a video in here, rather than just a link. It's stupid how easy it was.
I believe that dreaming small things in a big way is perhaps even more ambitious than dreaming "big" things. But then again, it's my dream.
What are your dreams?
Keep dreaming,
Derrick
There's no better feeling in the world than have a child look at you and say Pa-Pa I Love You !...I realized this at 53 years of old,right here in Pretty Prairie Ks. As for Wrigley Field,the two no-hitters I have seen ,leaves only one thing to dream of,A World Series Championship ! Of course my Friend if this happens we'll both be there ,you can hitch a ride with me ! Merry Christmas To You & Your Family...Rile*
ReplyDeleteThose dreams sound pretty darn awesome, Derrick. And I have no doubt in my mind that you'll fulfill them. You're a spectacular person, friend!!! And I've said this before, and I'll continue to keep on sayin' it... you deserve the very best & everything that your big 'ol loving heart desires!!!!
ReplyDeleteBrit...thank you! :o
ReplyDeleteI dunno what else to even say...you are far too kind to me! I love it. :)