By David Tepera, November 20, 2024

Recently, my wife Tina and I were in a deep conversation about the legacy of our relatives. Tina came across a realtor site that was finally selling the property of her grandmother’s house. You see, her grandmother passed away almost 20 plus years ago, and the house has been vacant.
Think about this, for all of us, after a certain period-of-time, no one will ever remember who we are. It’s sad to think about, but it’s reality. In the main room of our house, we have a display of pictures from our deepest relatives. We did this to honor their existence into our lives. The reality is, after Tina and I pass away, no one will care about the past, but today, we choose to give them legacy.
Tina was asking, what’s our purpose if no one will remember us in the future? This is a really good question, so I tried to explain. We are lucky to be here at this moment in time, and if we can make a difference in other’s lives, then our short time was worth it.
Listen, no matter what is going on around us, you have complete control of your emotions and actions. Yes, at some point in the far future, it’s possible no one will remember who you are, but you have the opportunity to make an impact now.
I explained to Tina, we have a specialty gym that gives people a better quality of life in their golden years. Across the country, we’ve had made an impact to thousands of families and lives. Tina also has helped rescue countless animals and give them loving homes.
I’ve had the privilege to be a columnist for The Daily News for almost nine years. I’m humbled each week to know I’ve made a difference in people’s lives. I do appreciate all of you who email me. It touches my heart more than you can imagine. A huge shout out to Jackquline Lynch, one of my biggest fans.
Believe me, I’m just like you. I’m just a regular guy who used to be lost in the world. Once I’ve made enough mistakes, I decided it’s time to grow up and start helping others
What about you? What difference are you making in people’s lives? You have that characteristic deep inside of you. Yes, we all have a limited time on this earth, so don’t miss your opportunity to make an impact to those around you.