My three weeks in Africa was a blessing. Not only did I see some amazing things (truly mind-blowing), but I had time to reflect (a lot) on just how lucky I am to have things as simple as clean water and a light switch. I also was gifted time to ponder what it means to be human, and I developed this mantra along the way.

The New Daily Affirmation:

I am a joyful father.
Joyful husband.
Joyful writer.
Joyful warrior.

Let’s go out and do the work.

That’s it. Plain and simple.