Role Models

Being the wife of a true NFL Legend is such a rewarding yet demanding task. My most favorite verse in the bible is "to whom much is given; much is required' As I age I tend to follow God's words and I believe in them fully!

There is so much within the media these days in regards to NFL Players, their actions, and the consequences of their choices. Society has decided many years ago it's acceptable for stars and athletes to be the role models for our children. But, what ever happened to the household being the place where our children see role models? Isn't that what parents are for?

Yes I know there are many children born to parents that really just aren't in a position to exude the best character traits but none the less we still must hold every parent responsible when it comes to the task of being a role model for their children and at times children of others.

It bothers me that over time their has been an incline of social hierarchy. We as society are telling children that if you are rich and famous you are better than all the rest and there fore these are the people you should strive to be like. That is unfortunate!

Reflecting on my life , I have seen that most of my influence as a child came from those closest to me. Yes I saw Oprah as a role model but when it came to my choices she certainly had nothing to do with them. I sat for many years as a teenager watching her show, loving her words and power. I knew there was something amazing that she was blessed with. I recall feeling that there was only room for one Oprah within the world. I concluded with no help that I one day would reach the level Oprah was at, I just didn't know how.

At this stage in my life, though I am not an "Oprah" I am a self made woman that seemed to not have a chance initially. (as so many may have felt at one time or another)

I have not an issue with striving to be the best that you can be, or even looking at the life of another and using that as a guide. My point Is this, No matter your social status, creed, color, or financial class we are all human and we are far from blameless. There is no victory on putting someone on a pedestal of perfection. The bible states that we all fall short of the Glory of God!