NELSON MANDELA
1918 - 2013
Last night a great man passed away. His soul lives on and the spirit and inspiration he left behind will go on to change lives forever. His walk of life is like no other. His attitude, determination and courage was faultless. I often look to Mandela for motivation. He has a calm about him which radiates knowledge, trust and wisdom. If you haven't already you must read his book 'Long Walk To Freedom' - Unbelievable life story.
Mandela may not be your inspiration, he just so happens to be one of mine. One of a few people I take great interest in and look up to. But maybe Mandela isn't that to you….in which case,
Who is your Nelson Mandela?
My Grandad is my biggest motivation. Above Mandela, Ali and Schwarzenegger, it's got to be my Grandad - Donald Joseph Knight.
DONALD JOSEPH KNIGHT
1934 - 2012
It just so happens that today is my Grandad's birthday too… Happy Birthday Grandad :)
Now if he were here today I'm sure he'd have a story to tell me about Nelson Mandela, a first hand memory of a news report or a radio announcement. And boy would I do anything to hear it.
Having Grandad as MY Nelson Mandela, as my motivation, my driving force and my guide gives me strength on a daily basis I didn't know I had.
My message here is this: Your inspiration does't have to come from a public figure, a celebrity or a successful athlete. Your driving force might just be sitting around your dinner table, in the room next door or in my case, growing into a beautiful tree watching over a lake.
So, Rest in Peace Nelson Mandela.
But Grandad, today is your day… and always will be.
Lots of love, your 'vision of loveliness' - Paula x
