John Glenn, the first man to orbit earth, died last week. He was an American hero. He was courageous, committed to service, humble and a truly caring individual.
I had the privilege to meet him and his charming wife, Annie, when I lived in Columbus. For a man who spent much of his life in space, I was struck by how down to earth he was.
Courage is not reserved for national heroes. Many of us exhibit it on a daily basis.
It takes courage to:
- go down a path yet explored
- have a difficult conversation
- speak up when others won’t
When you start to think of the qualities in a hero, think:
Humble Energetic Resourceful Overcomes obstacles
Goodbye, John Glenn. You were an inspiration, and we will miss you on earth.