They were so committed to an ideal, they were willing to die to achieve it

There is a reason why we are celebrating this day, and it’s not for freedom to choose between burgers or brats.
Nicole Smith describes her purpose preparing for eldercare in Episode 66

As she searched for answers, it seemed the resources Nicole needed were not available to her. Thank goodness she kept copious notes.
Wyatt Timmins shares his faith in words and music

When Wyatt turned 50, he planned to continue serving in pastoral ministry. But, he had a deep yearning to return to music as a way where he could combine singing with being a pastor.
Replace funerals with FUNerals

One TikTok commenter noted, “THIS should be the correct way to say goodbye to someone, a celebration of their time alive, the connections, the moments, the love they left in others’ lives.”
In Episode 065, Mike Coote talks about coaching, and online humor

Mike talks about his varied life, which included time serving in the South Africa special forces, as a Baptist minister, a crisis counselor and life coach. He also describes his popular Facebook group, “Uplifting, Inspiring, Informative and Funny Quotes for Everybody.”
Dave Jenkins describes the life-changing aspect of coaching in Episode 064

When Dave turned 50, he started shifting into coaching. He saw it as a way to hone his own skills to help others uncover things within them or to pursue things they felt were out of their reach.
After a government career, Jill Beam describes becoming an entertainer, pageant queen in Episode 063

When it came time to retire, Jill rewired instead and became a multi-talented storyteller, author and entertainer. She was also crowed Miss Texas Senior America.
Jon Sanders explains how to officiate life celebrations in Episode 062

Jon’s organization, Life Celebration Institute, helps men and women in the United States and Canada become certified to officiate rites of passage, such as weddings, funerals and new child celebrations.
Shey Keith describes launching her Walking With The Chosen podcast in Episode 061

Shey knew she wanted to be closer to God, but didn’t know how to begin that relationship.
Shey started searching for answers, and stumbled on Season One of The Chosen a short time later. When she watched Episode Seven in Season One, Shey was convicted she needed to give her life to Jesus.
Who will remember you?

It’s really a shame. Technology exists today which enables everyone to capture and create a permanent record of their own story. But, very, very, very few people take the time to do so.