I was reading this interesting post and it got me thinking: If at the end of my life someone who knew me well had to write a one sentence summary of who I was, what would they write?
It’s a cool question to ponder.
I want to be a great husband, father, grandfather (hopefully soon–get busy boys), and friend. While I would be happy to cure cancer, climb Mount Everest or run a 4 minute mile, I lack the motivation to pursue any of those great things.
Is that enough? Is it enough to love your family and friends deeply and well?
It just might be.
So here’s what I would like my obit to say:
“Kevin was well known for his loving heart toward his family and friends.”
I could do worse.
Now I just have to go about making a life to match that obit.
It would be cool if you shared what you would want your one sentence obituary to say. Comment below.
Art here.
Tags: Friendship, Grandparenting, Life, Love, Parenting, Purpose
January 15, 2008 at 3:50 pm
What would I want it to say?
“Outstanding in bed, amazing father, one hell of a cook”
What will it more likely say?
“I told his dumb ass not to poke it”
or
“No one can drink that much and live, but damn was he ever funny”
or
“Thanks for nothing asshole”
January 15, 2008 at 6:42 pm
Often Imitated, Never Duplicated
Justin, Honest, Fair, & True
Justin Devilishly Handsome who loved us all..
January 15, 2008 at 8:24 pm
Thanks for the link. Your picture made me think of Merv Griffin’s headstone: “I will not be right back after this message.”
True story.
January 16, 2008 at 3:32 pm
Justin,
Like I said…you’re smooth.
Arjewtino,
Great article. Thanks for writing it.
January 16, 2008 at 3:33 pm
Sam,
Take off the cook part and I might just have to use that.
January 22, 2008 at 10:50 am
that’s easy.
“I hope you’re f’n happy NOW!”
oh, that made me lol.
June 20, 2009 at 8:08 pm
“Finally”