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PassPorter 2010-a goal in print

Posted 01-14-2010 at 06:29 PM by Sandra Bostwick
Updated 01-16-2010 at 10:51 PM by Sandra Bostwick
Today I got my PassPorter's Walt Disney World guide in the mail. I'd already seen if on bookshelves at Barnes and Noble, but, somehow getting my own guide copy in the mail is special.

As I open it up I see the familiar faces of people I've met in real life. I see the faces of people I've "met" online, or I see familiar names alongside photos. I love the photos at the end the most, kind-of like a family photo album. I especially love the photo of our NYC meet, where we were in the middle of Times Square.

The description on the cover says The unique travel guide, planner, organizer. journal, and keepsake.

Well, I have to agree with that. I think what was so unique is the number of people it took to create this book. I wonder how many PassPorters it takes to create an edition? How many tips were sorted through to find the ones that made it into the book? How many photographs were submitted? How many pairs of eyes, ears, and feet were needed to get the information up-to-date?

I think it is a real example of setting a lofty goal and making it happen. The best thing about this goal, though, is that it manages to include SO many people in so many ways, and it STILL got finished!

I bet Walt Disney would be impressed with the way his goal to create a unique theme park spun off into so many other goals, with the PassPorter books being just one of them. Some organizations spun off the theme parks to help kids with terminal illnesses have a vacation. There are organizations that collect Disney trading pins. I can't even name them all. It really is amazing.

But let me get back to the PassPorter books and goals. I'm sure these books started as a dream, which is really just a fluffy term for a lofty goal.

So many people (myself included sometimes) can be afraid to set a lofty goal or commit to a dream. It is easy to get discouraged when so few people really put time into their dreams. Unfortunately, many of the non-dreamers feel that it is their obligation to remind the dreamers that their goals are inappropriate. Dreams, in many ways, are not considered to be practical. Or. perhaps, it is self-indulgent to pursue dreams when practical options might be a little more of a sure thing.

But dreams start someplace. I'm sure before Walt created the theme parks, there were those who thought he was just a dreamer. I wonder if there were some raised eyebrows when Jennifer and Dave first told people their plans to create travel books of this nature.

I think the reactions or raised eyebrows from others can slow us down, especially if they become a part of our own thinking.

But I don't want to be slowed down, especially by my own thoughts. Some of my goals have not been met the way I'd hoped, but at least I kept at it. There may be people who think I'm wasting my time with some of the projects that I'm trying. For example, blogging every day for a school year might seem silly to some, BUT I'm doing what I set out to do. Who knows if just one of these blogs helps one person in a way that I'll never discover? Or maybe the person who learns the most from this will be me!

But back to the 2010 PassPorter. I'll bet that started with a goal that became a daily routine until something was completed.

I met Dave and Jennifer once, and they are normal, typical people. JUST LIKE ME! But they've managed to create a shelf full of books, not even counting e-books and the message board. All I know is that everything has to start someplace.

Normal people creating something special and making something happen. I want to be like that!

Can you shake off the doubters, the critical voices, the party poopers and THEN can you shake off your own negative thoughts to fearlessly pursue something new?
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    I just face the native and move on. That what Walt did, I bet he said "If there a will, there is a way and it will be done."
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    That's where integrity comes into play... "Back in the day" a person's word was their honor... It spoke volumes if people "perceived" you as "trustworthy", they could depend on you because you always did what you said that you would do.... I am that way... Oftimes, at my own personal expense/sacrifice... and many times it has turned around and bit me on the booty.... But you have to continue with what you feel in your heart...Go with the strength that you pray for....Sometimes- take a look at the people who criticize you.... have they succeeded in anything that didn't involve themselves? Do they keep their word when given?? YOU are running(Forest) your life's race.... NO ONE can run that for you.... We can support you and hand you water and wipe your brow along the way - but the race is your own.... so when you cross that finish line.... what have you seen along the way.... did you notice the sunsets/sunrises? The flowers, friends, the walls hit, the hurdles jumped??? What will your memories look like when they are rewound???? Maybe, just maybe.... the people that seem against you...have been hurt and/or don't know any better.... Maybe they are jealous of your victories....maybe they need someone to hold their hands and teach them how to dream.... So for the people (the haters, doubters, non-supporters) are they making your goals harder....or are they giving you the steam to keep on keeping on and BE the example?? Sorry for the tangent....
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    Really great thoughts, you two!

    That was really meaningful! I know some people who visit the blog who should print that and keep it on their fridge. As a matter of fact, that looks like a great spin-off comment for today's blog.
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    orionchika's Avatar
    Thank you... I feel so honored.....
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    You're welcome!
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    I had the same feelings when I opened up my new copy. It was amazing to see the faces of so many of the folks I've met online - yours included! You're gorgeous darlin'!

    As far as goals and accomplishments, other than helping to raise my children who are pretty amazing people if I do say so myself, the two things that I think are the best examples of goals set and achieved are moving to Malaysia for 2 years with my hubby and kids and going through the challenges of getting relicensed as a PT last year (studying for and passing the boards, etc..) But you know these stories, si no boring details today!
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    Sandra Bostwick's Avatar
    I'll never be bored by those details. You've really done an amazing job this past year. One of the best things about leading those online book discussions was getting to know people like you. Maybe I'll have time soon to start another! OK, maybe I'll have time LATER after I clear my plate of a few other things!
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    I think the next edtion I could have my web site in the book with my Bio in it what do you think?
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    Posted 01-16-2010 at 08:45 PM by TNTWheels TNTWheels is offline
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    You never know, but the book is so tightly packed for space, that alot of great things just won't fit. I think that is part of why Jennifer and Dave created this PassPorter site in the first place.

    Believe it or not, it would probably get lost in the book because there is just SO much to sift through.

    There are definitely places in the forums for that info, though, where people can find it right away.
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    Ok that true and I do have the link attach to my signature.
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    I have been thinking about a new goal. I finally put it in words. I told DBF that I would like to start training to run in one of the Disney half-marathons. THen someone mentioned that a half marathon is 13 miles. I was thinking it was 5K. Oops. I will still train for it. He said he would train with me, but it is going to be hard to get myself up and going on this. I am pretty much a couch potato. THere is also the need to work training around work and school. I know I can do it. I have set my goal for a DISNEY half marathon, because i would be more motivated to get it done if I know there is a trip to the Happiest Place on Earth in the end.
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    AWESOME GOAL, Pam! I'm adding it now!
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    Good Luck, Pam!!!
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    Hey, Pam, how is that goal going?
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