James, I just have to say a heartfelt thank you for your article today. Your pieces are always inspiring, but this one found me on a morning when I really needed it. As someone trying to change path after many years of 'building experience', this piece once again reminded me that you just have to keep on stepping forward with purpose even when it seems crazy and self indulgent and you're convinced you'll never make anything beautiful. So, thank you for the reminder that the joy is in the process and that it's never too late!
No one obscure in this group. A group with life experience in common before becoming well known. Perhaps it is the fact that they had lived life that allowed them to come to a new phase of possibilities. Grateful they did! Thanks James!
All except Van Gogh were halfway into adulthood. Perhaps those life experiences plus most had need of a steady income was part of the force that led them into something new, but I was raised by parents from very small towns ( pop. under 600) yet never thought of giving up. As Churchill famously said, “Never, never, never give up!” I grew up in a suburb of LA and I always knew I could become anything I wished as long as I put in the necessary work. I hope, as an educator, I passed that promise along to my many students. I firmly believe it is the truth.
To I as well. The life reassurance to go on was filled and activated during the absorption of this incredibly inspiring piece of encouragement. Life is not over, let us not become boring souls. Create boldly and carry on believing in your selves! Thank you James💓
This was so heartfelt and a joy to read. Thank you for the inspiration. ☺️
My late bloomer soul needed to see/hear this. You have an incredibly soothing voice, too. Thank you! 🙏🏽
Your Substack is my absolute favourite. Thank you for sharing such beautiful posts, stories and photos here.
Anita, that means more to me than I can say. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Nothing is final while you still have tomorrow…great awesome line Mr. Lucas thank you💕
Excellent article James!!💎. ….. Truly Inspirational!🤍
Thank you for this, James Lucas.
Exactly the right message, beautifully and powerfully expressed, at exactly the right moment. Have an awesome day!
Thank you so much Chris, I'm glad it found you at the right time. Have a great day!
James, I just have to say a heartfelt thank you for your article today. Your pieces are always inspiring, but this one found me on a morning when I really needed it. As someone trying to change path after many years of 'building experience', this piece once again reminded me that you just have to keep on stepping forward with purpose even when it seems crazy and self indulgent and you're convinced you'll never make anything beautiful. So, thank you for the reminder that the joy is in the process and that it's never too late!
No one obscure in this group. A group with life experience in common before becoming well known. Perhaps it is the fact that they had lived life that allowed them to come to a new phase of possibilities. Grateful they did! Thanks James!
All except Van Gogh were halfway into adulthood. Perhaps those life experiences plus most had need of a steady income was part of the force that led them into something new, but I was raised by parents from very small towns ( pop. under 600) yet never thought of giving up. As Churchill famously said, “Never, never, never give up!” I grew up in a suburb of LA and I always knew I could become anything I wished as long as I put in the necessary work. I hope, as an educator, I passed that promise along to my many students. I firmly believe it is the truth.
Thank you for beeing an educator.
Van Gogha was not halfway into adulthood when he started painting, but he has already lived almost 3/4 of his life.
None of us know when our over the hill age is.
I pulled over for this one. Superb.
This is the best thing I read this week ✨
You are the best…thank you for bringing these inspiring writings to us.
Thank you so much Kathryn!
Proud to be a subscriber to your work. You always find a new way to inspire insight.
This is a wonderful call to begin at the beginning. Thank you for your encouragement. It matters to me. 🙏🏽
This is exactly what I hoped this post would inspire. Thank you so much!
To I as well. The life reassurance to go on was filled and activated during the absorption of this incredibly inspiring piece of encouragement. Life is not over, let us not become boring souls. Create boldly and carry on believing in your selves! Thank you James💓
Very inspiring. Thank you.
Very inspiring article. Thank you.
Exceptional and inspirational article - thank you James
This is wonderful writing. And such a timely piece to read. Thank you.