The Ones Who Chase Goodness

There are few men that I know, whose existence is prioritized with ferociously, chasing down goodness.   Fewer still, who live a state of vivid, constant appreciation for their existence, as well as a constant affection towards their families, their surroundings, and everyone in between.     My uncle Robert was one of these men.   

Robert saw the world through determined, relentless eyes.  His vision was simple...  completely straightforward and unwavering..   to make life better.    Spiritually, physically, visually, mechanically - the lines all merged and crossed.   He lived in state of thoughtfulness for his environment..   a mentality that we should improve the lives and spaces around us.    

I remember driving with uncle Bob as a kid, weaving through the mountains of Arkansas.  Sitting in the back seat of his car staring out at lakes and rivers.   I listened for hours as he talked..    his conversation always circling around what would be "done".   There was an urgency to his thoughts and his words..  like he knew time was of the utmost importance - that it was a gift.   When he spoke, I never doubted him.  He talked about life with sincerity.  
 He acted upon life with sincerity.  
 No matter what it was:  beginning a rural community ministry, building a house, cooking gravy and biscuits in the mornings, volunteering in hospitals..     he treated life as his personal chance to MAKE GOOD,  to facilitate greatness in the lives of other humans.  
And he did it in a way that was fearless.. leaving no room for excuses or compromised expectation.

When he hugged you..   he hugged you.     Full-on, brutally, honest, welcoming, passionate, warm. 
He didn't hold back, and I admire that deeply.  





Andrew Tipton