listen to your mother

“If you are specific about your goals, and put yourself in a place where your
good luck can do you some good, the universe will absolutely conspire to make
your dreams come true.”
— My Mom, when I was a little kid, at a time when I was actually paying attention.
You were right, Mom, about more stuff than you could possibly imagine. I love you.

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  1. Well when it comes to my childhood I am of the thinking that You don’t appreciate a lot of stuff in school until you get older.
    Little things, like being spanked every day by a middle-aged woman. Stuff you pay good money for in later life.

  4. As I have gotten older, I’ve come to realize how often my mom, dad and brother were right about quite a few things that they have told me especially advice.
    Now that I’m 31, I’ve also come to notice that I’m like them in some aspects of my personality, way of thinking and even little quirky things they used to do, I do. Kind of scary at time considering the kind of family I came from. LOL It’s all good. However,

  5. Moms are the best. I was proud when the day came that I finally realized she really knew what the hell she was talking about.
    I try to make sure she knows I know this as often as I can now. I think I’ll call her.

  6. This little tiny entry turns out to be one of your most poignient and meaningful ever. Just as I read it, I was reminded of all the times my mom gave me little “lectures” (or hints, now that I’m older), and all the things she’d say.
    I think I’m gonna call my mom and thank her now… Profusely…

  10. Wow Wil, and Wil’s Mom too, that’s a really cool quote. And the fact that you’re passing it on to many, many other people is equally cool!

  14. Sounds alot like what Paulo Coelho has always preached – when you really want something and work 100% towards it, the universe conspires to make it happen. If its to be, its to be.

  15. Funny how as you go through life, you find moments that make you realize just how much your parents do know and understand … and just how much you put them through.
    I still remember when my son was born, the doctor gave him to me, I held him a moment, then turned to my mother and just said “I’m sorry.”
    Amazing how much she said and did made sense the moment I could see it from the “mom” perspective instead of the “kid” one.
    What was more amazing was that she understood what I meant by those two words at that moment.

  16. To Goddyss:
    maybe Wil will play match maker and send you my email address… (go ahead Wil if you are so inclined – I have never spoken to a Goddyss before)

  19. Wow, I really envy those that can trust and listen to their parents. Good going Wil. Our normal instinct is to pay no mind, even if we love our parents. I know that your folks are partially responsible for you turning into such a nice guy. And you are nice, and so are your parents. ‘Nuff said.
    P.S. To Wil’s Parental Units: Great job!

  20. I tell Nicolle everyday that it’s such a shame Sydney doesn’t get to
    remember how much I go all whipped over her, and it’s a shame that, as
    humans, we don’t get to appreciate how much our parents loved us and how
    much we mean to them until we have kids of our own.
    Your mom knows you know man.
    That’s so cool.

  21. I was raised by my grandmother. As I get older, I can see that so much of what she told me was true. I really miss her… I love you grandma!!!

  22. That’s cool Wil! Funny though; sounds more like a Dad comment than a mom one but it’s cool that you remembered it.

  23. One of the few things I can remember my mother telling me is: “Don’t swim for an hour after you eat or you’ll get cramps and drown.” I’m still here so I guess I took her advice. She is 97 now and I love her dearly.
    Freeman 🙂

  25. “It’s times like this I wish I’d listen to what my mother said”
    “What did she say?”
    “I don’t know, I wasn’t listening”
    Paraphrased, but that’s a great book.

  26. Aw, Wil..you made me cry…..again.
    My Mom is in a extended care home..she only has
    limited moments of clarity…but I still
    remember the things she told me…like “always beleive in yourself”…and “don’t wear plaid with stripes”!
    You go Willow!

  27. That first comment is so. Brutal.
    God save me I laughed out loud.
    Wil, thanks for your blog, it’s often the happiest moment in my day and frequently the most inspiring. Also mildly titilating on rare occasions. Like….. this one.
    Somewhere Freud is laughing.

  28. Indeed, Sarah, I’m wondering what awesome piece of news Wil has now. I’m suspecting the universe just conspired to make one or more of his dreams come true recently. Hmm…
    Mmm… very sweet quote. Reminds me to still listen to the parents, even when you’ve reached adulthood. Yay for parents. 🙂 Thanks, Wil.
    cheers.

  29. Hey Will just check out http://althistory.blogspot.com/
    scoll down qand look at october 24th;
    in 1991, Star Trek producer/creator Bob Wesley dies of a heart attack in Los Angeles, California. His vision of the future started not only his own career but those of Emmy and Oscar winners William Shatner, Martin Landau, Will Wheaton and Patrick Stewart. Wesley will always be remembered with great affection by the millions who followed that vision.
    Don’t ya just love parallel universes?

  30. hey will-
    “you’re more than just a geek to me”
    can you imagine what the world would be like if your mom hadn’t told you what a great writer you are? we all owe her a big Thank You and a big hug. give her one from me. 🙂
    thanks again for the booksigning on sunday, i dont have to tell you that it made my day, week, month, and probably year. whens that book signing in huntington beach? is that right? thats the next one in the LA area? tell us when it is, I’m there!

  33. As always, you somehow manage to write something that is exactly what I need to read at the exact moment I really need to read it. Hug your Mom extra for me because…Wow. Then give yourself a hug from me because….Wow squared. 🙂

  36. That’s something my mom would say… and I love her for it every day. Mom’s are always so full of lifelong, wonderful advice. 🙂

  38. This just made my day…the world is lightly peppered with these radiant souls. I think you’re mother is one of them. Reminds me very much so of Rob Brezsney and his definition of “pronoia”: The opposite of paranoia, pronoia is defined as the sneaking suspicion that the whole world is conspiring to shower you with blessings.

  39. Wil,
    Mothers are always right, and smart enough to know that we will realize it when we grow up. Mom’s love unconditionally and know that we have to make our own mistakes, that we won’t take their advice and knowledge at face value – but we will eventually get there.
    The payback is the Mother’s curse……”I hope you have a child just like you!”
    I know, I have a 14 year old boy myself.
    I get it now Mom…..and to my son – I hope you have one just like you!
    Sharfa

  44. Will, great post!
    someone posted something “wait until your mother reads that post”
    it got me to thinking. do your friends and family read your blog? do they read certain posts and call you either happy or dissapointed about them?

  45. Wil,
    Great to see that you have a very supportive family. It’s great seeing your parents at your reading and book signing this past Sunday at Borders.

  46. Hey Jessie,
    “…whens that book signing in huntington beach? is that right?…”
    Posted by Jessie at October 26, 2004 08:57 PM
    What I remember [vaguely] him saying was the end of November… like Sunday the 28th, perhaps???? B&N doesn’t have it listed online, yet. Sorry I’m not 100% certain, but at least we know to keep an open day the last week of the month.
    ——
    Reading Wil’s and everyone’s comments… very touching to be sure. Also be grateful that you have the chance to let your parents know that you now know. Many people do not have that chance.
    [dug the 1st comment about the spankings, too, ROFL.]

  49. Thank you, Willow. I’m speechless, feeling so blessed, and in awe of you, son, as you consistently and fearlessly open your heart to the universe.
    Love, Mom, your mom, really

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