Words, for Leo

If you keep looking, you will find it. It has nothing to do with luck, and everything to do with courage. Be brave. Nurture your talent, but know that heart and hard work beat talent every day of the week, and with them, mountains you can move.

Though, if you want to build molehills, then that’s okay, too.

Chase dreams, my son, not dollars; greed leads to nowhere of any value. Remain humble. Know that you are privileged to have been born in this place, and know that you are also a citizen of the world. Travel that world.

Be curious. Ask questions. Read. Then read some more.

Fear not failure, for no-one ever got anywhere without first getting lost.

Pay no attention to idealists that reject regret. Correctly channelled, regret builds character and spurs growth. Embrace it, learn from it, but on it, do not dwell. Never be afraid to ask for help, son, but remember that helping others is often the fastest route to fulfilment.

Always carry a handkerchief – just trust me on this one.

Know that you were born of love, and know that you have created love, too. Your mother was instantly besotted, as was I, as we are now even more with each other. Friends that are family in these faraway lands have embraced you as their own, and I’ve even seen gentle new depths to our darling dog, your future first best friend.

Always defend the underdog; we are all connected, and karma is very real.

Go forth with focus on your future, but remember to take time to look back, reflect, and admire the missed rear view. And know that somewhere, just over the horizon, I will be there, my son, forever cheering for you.