Start With Yourself

When I was young and free, my imagination had no limits.

I dreamed of changing the world.

As I grew older and wiser,

I discovered the world would not change.

So I shortened my sights somewhat

and decided to change only my country.

But it, too, seemed immovable.

As I grew into my twilight years,

in one desperate attempt,

I settled for changing only my family, those closest to me,

but alas, they would have none of it.

And now as I lie on my deathbed,

I suddenly realize:

If only I had changed myself first,

then by example I would have changed my family.

From their inspiration and encouragement,

I would have been able to better my country and, who knows,

I may have even changed the world.

By: Unknown