Post by Bob Levant

Today would have been my Dad’s 94th birthday. My Dad passed on August 5th, 2009. In less than 72 hours, I will embark on a 1200 mile drive with his 16 year old grandson, Roman…Destination, IMG Academy God, would my Dad have been proud…He also would have been concerned…Is it too much, too fast, too soon… Big Guy, I hear you… I am concerned I am scared I am sad But my Dad was a child of The Great Depression, and a WWII Vet…My Dad valued opportunity My Dad was an extraordinary analyzer of all things complex…His emotions rarely drove his decision-making…perhaps to a fault, but that’s a post for another day So as my Dad would do, I’ve turned Roman’s wishes/decision to attend IMG upside down and all around… I am confident in Roman I trust Roman I am ecstatic for Roman, and all that awaits him Roman, you are ready for this Having spent countless hours journaling, meditating, and conjuring upon my Dad’s journey… Roman, I offer you our multi-generational suggestion should you follow only one piece of advice… Find stillness daily and often… Stillness allows you to embrace all the moments Stillness brings clarity Stillness makes you fluent in the voice of your soul In stillness you will feel… Joy Sadness Peace Frustration Happiness Anger Hope Despair Passion Boredom Connection Loneliness Satisfaction Failure And so much more… Roman, this new adventure is not about any punt or kick… It’s about the tiny little pieces of life that fill the moments of each day… The things that happen before “the snap” Go get It All, Roman A link to an article about Roman’s journey is in the comments Please drop any wisdom you wish to share 🙏🏽