Thinking about a Legacy is something  I would imagine most of us do fleetingly, unless prompted!  But circumstances often dictate a different path. My current lifes events have put it front and center!

 

  I look on the Legacy I will leave....in several ways. From the aspect of What I Have Taught My Child and How I Am Remembered By Those I Have Touched Along The Way.

  I will develop my Legacy from Those Who Have Touched Me:

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  My Mother:My Mother was truly a Gentle Caring Woman.Mom She died some time ago but is still remembered by all who had the privilege of meeting her. My Mother always remembered what was happening in others lives and was there to listen, and support. She genuinely cared. She offered of herself.

 

 

  My Cousin Ann:  ann My cousin Ann was a true Courageous Soul. We lost her this year to Cancer! Ann lost her husband when her children were at their most vulnerable time...in their teens. Ann nurtured and supported those children so well they are now successful, involved and productive young adults. She approached her Cancer in the same way she raised her family with courage, humor and determination.

 

 

                                                                                                                                               

                                                                                                                       lucy My Friend Lucy: My friend Lucy is Gracious. She is a true Southern Lady and an involved friend. Lucy is a believer in "old-fashioned" manners, a writer of Thank You notes a Champion a of Teens. Lucy married into a ready made family and has no children of her own. She has embraced the children and grandchildren of her husband's family and always finds something positive about them. Lucy has the ability to make each and every person she meets, feel "special".She has taken on the role of Grandmother to my son...who has none... and loves and worries about him as if he were. Lucy is dying. Her time I fear is short. We spent some time with her this week and she was asking questions of my son about his schooling, my husband about his job and she was complaining because she didn't think her husband was getting the support HE needed from those close to him. She is facing what's ahead with dignity.

 

  My Husband Geoff:   geoff My husband Geoff is forever Optimistic. He has gone through heart bypass, 2 angioplasties (about to have another), back surgery and Cancer surgery. He has also experienced serious employment challenges in this his 63rd year. Yet is still is coming up with plans and house design changes, woodworking projects and business ideas he wants to implement IMMEDIATELY. He is forever looking ahead to the positive, and even thought it can be irritating to me (at times). He does keep me looking ahead!

 

 

  Myself: In my eyes my most admirable trait is that of a Love of Learning. I truly love the stimulation of learning new skills and world happenings. I am constantly seeking classes to fit my schedule and reading is a passion. Active Rain has been a wealth of new knowledge, both technical and business.This space in the Blogasphere is swirling with newfound friendships with great promise. It is an exciting medium challenging me to implement my new found knowledge! Encouraging me to be the best that I can be...contributing to my Legacy.

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  My Son will always remember me.me&mike I have taught him Acceptance of Differences, Truth to Oneself, Loyalty, Honesty and Perseverance. That is His Legacy.

  The others in my life: I hope remember me for ....Caring, Courage, Graciousness, Optimism and a Love of Learning.

  Legacies gifted to me...Legacies to be passed on!

 

 

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 Joan Mirantz - Joni is a Realtor® with Keeler Family Realtors, a locally owned, Customer Service oriented Firm.
Joan Publishes a monthly Newsletter "Food For Thought" under the pen name Realtor Sherpa.
(Joan also answers to Miz Maven and Miss Joni.)

Joan works in Buyer and Seller Representation with concentrations in the Merrimack Valley Area and towns surrounding Concord NH - the Capital City.
"I love what I do, and it shows in how I do it"

www.yourrealtor.biz

 

 

26 Comments on What Will It Be?(My Legacy)

JUL
23
2007
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Nice! We often forget that it is the impact we can make on the lives of others that has more importance than anything else.

my 5 year old granddaughter, Lily, asked me one day when I had come home from teaching a GRI Class what was I teaching. I said "Technology". She then asked if I was teaching "kindness"?

I was part of the www.WebWomenGivingCircle.com this year and we created a blog to honor women who have made an impact. One of the ways we have been raising money is asking for a small donation to enter a woman who has inspired you. Take a look:  www.Inspiringwoman.com

10:14pm • #1
I enjoyed your post.  It made me think of my grandmother who recently passed.  Everything of value to her she carried in her heart.  What a legacy she left for her nine children and countless grandkids.
10:27pm • #2
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Beautiful post, Joan.  I want my children especially to remember me for TRYING to teach them a different way to look at things and have them be able to focus on the positives....my daughter is there, I'm still trying with my son!   My clients I think will remember me for being someone who truly cares about each and every one of them....
11:05pm • #3
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Joeann..Thank you for your kind comments. I will check out those two sites. Thanks ofr the info!
11:23pm • #4
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Thank you John...9 children! I can't imagine! And to be remembered so kindly by you...she obviously did something right!
11:27pm • #5
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Carole...do a post for Sally's Legacy contest! There's a pretty good prize!!
11:31pm • #6
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Nice folk Joan

You are both blessed and a blessing! What more could one want.

Cheers - have a great week

11:32pm • #7
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That was very kind Deborah (you party girl you) Thank you!
11:55pm • #8
JUL
24
2007
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And a good legacy you have received and passing on....wonderful!
2:54am • #9
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Joan, I loved your legacy post. Thank you so much for showing pictures and giving stories of the people in your life who have touched you the most. You have been surrounded by such beautiful and giving people and I see the energy has gone back and forth between you and them, leaving a legacy like waves that then travel outwards to more people.  

The picture of you and your son is truly wonderful ! He looks like a very kind and good young man. 

Jo 

6:21am • #10
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Interesting- all of the qualities that your favorite people have seem very evident in you.  That New York Life saying, "You are the company you keep" appears to hold true for you, Joan- you are an absolute DELIGHT.  Thank you for spreading the legacies to your  buddies!
6:51am • #11
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What a wonderful legacy you're leaving; for family and friends.... thanks for sharing. I enjoyed this!
8:25am • #12
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Joan, this is a lovely post.  You had me tearing up and missing people I've never met.  Thank you for sharing this with us.
8:43am • #13
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Jo-Ann, You are right I have been blessed to have some wonderful people in my life....As for my son...I agree
2:43pm • #15
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Kathy...I'm so glad you enjoyed this. This AR has turned out to be so much more than a RE Blog!
5:44pm • #17
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Sarah...there are so many fantastic people in this world. We have only to be open to the possability and let them in! Thank you for your kind words!
5:50pm • #18
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Joan-- you certainly share your Caring, Courage, Graciousness, Optimism and  Love of Learning with all whose lives you touch!  I am honored to know you and to be a friend.  I really liked the statement --"I will develop my Legacy from Those Who Have Touched Me".  I had never thought of it from that perspective.
10:41pm • #19
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Hi Joan, I feel the same...and I'll never have the wealth of knowledge you have. I look to you for your "on target" insight!
10:56pm • #20
JUL
25
2007
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Joan, what a dear post.  I felt a little choked up reading it.  Don't you have a wonderful circle of friends and family?  Thanks for sharing!

12:11am • #21
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Thank you for your kind comments Peggy and thanks for stopping by!
4:12pm • #22
JUL
26
2007
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Joan - you will be leaving a wonderful legacy someday.  I am sure that your husband and son are very proud of you, as are those that you call friend.

You are very obviously a caring, loving and faithful friend.  I am proud to have made your acquaintance here in the rain.  Even in the rain you are a ray of sunshine.  :)  God bless. 

8:01am • #23
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Thank you Cheryl...it was from the heart
9:37pm • #24
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Why Carol...what a nice thing to say. Your gift to me is kindness!
9:39pm • #25
JUL
31
2007
Joan - beautiful photos of your friends and family - terrific legacy.  Thanks for sharing.
11:13pm • #26
AUG
01
2007
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Thank you Cheryl...and thanks for reading! It does matter.
7:54am • #27

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