Things to Think About 115

“To those of you who got straight A’s, congratulations. But know this, that’s the last time that will happen, because life isn’t like that.” Robert De Niro, 2015 Commencement Address, NYU/Tisch School of Performing Arts

Robert De Niro has always been known for his directness and being plain spoken. I can think of no better example of that than this quote from a commencement address. It’s almost like a tough-love wake-up call, but it’s not just for recent graduates. I think we all can use a reminder, from time-to-time, that life is a journey which has its own very individual and special reminders that we’re still working our way through its imperfections. If it didn’t, how would we ever be able to celebrate the wonderful little victories along the way?

Good luck on your journey!