One hundred years from now it will not matter what kind of house you lived in...
What kind of car you drove...
What your bank balance was...
But what will matter is that you were important in the life of another.
--Adapted from a quote by Forest Witcraft
[Homeless in Milan]
Last night I was reading through a travel book - this time on Milan. I found myself getting so wrapped up in all of the incredible sites that we will see and the thrilling adventures we will encounter. As I stopped reading and sat back to reflect, I realized that I was missing the big picture.
No matter where I travel, my core intent is to always try to experience life as the locals do - the good and the bad. The sugar coating of the travel books had glazed my eyes and I was overlooking what really matters; the people.
In one hundred years, all that will truly matter is that I made a positive difference for the people I have touched whether in the USA, Pakistan or Milan.
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