Who would have thought one homeless man’s unreal turn around is all I would need to teach my son a valuable lesson.
We love redemption stories. Fans love to hear about the fighter who gets knocked down only to dust himself off to regain glory or the fallen star who loses everything, only to make a comeback and shun the critics. What do they have in common?
God given talent!!!
Mr. Homeless is proof that once someone is blessed with an ability to do something, if they practice and hone their skills they can become successful in any craft and at any age, even if they try to squander their opportunities.
I believe we are created with a unique set of skills that make us special and Dads should encourage their children to use their time to develop those particular skills. Children will be more receptive to improve their talents if a parent shows an interest in their child’s ability.
No two children will have the same passion and a Dad should not be disappointed if their son does not show an interest in sports. Maybe the child has a keen business mind; the title of owner of a sports franchise is more attractive than a player. While athletic ability will eventually fade, he or she who signs the checks will always be in demand. On the flipside, every child is not placed on earth to become nuclear engineer. Some children work better with their hands; the world needs excellent construction managers as well.
Whatever your child’s passion, encourage him or her to dream and always do their best. Failure is only a stepping-stone for success and children will become discouraged, but it is our duty to help them fight through adversity and help develop strong character.
I salute Mr. EX-homeless man. He has finally made it. He will live on forever as a topic of a Dad’s lesson to his child.
KEY POINTS
- Inspire children to dream.
- Help identify and develop a child's natural talents.
- Be supportive, even in failure.
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