10 GoodLifeFamilyMag.com SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER 2018 I moved my daughter to the University of Texas last month for her freshman year of college. On the drive to Austin we talked about her future, her passions, and my hopes (and fears). As we shared thoughts and strategized, I unexpectedly realized that many life analogies can be drawn from the open road: Read the road signs You will blaze your own trail, but there are signs (and people) pointing you in the right direction. Use your navigation system Life is complicated and the route is circuitous. You may choose to “take the road less traveled” as you make important decisions in your life, but seeking help and taking advice is just plain smart. Drive the speed limit Don’t be in such a rush to get to your destination that you miss out on the beauty all around you. Use your blinker While you may have a plan firmly in place and know exactly where you’re going, sharing those intentions is a vital step toward achieving your goals. Fuel up It’s impossible to tackle the road of life when you are running on empty. Fill up on healthy food, regular exercise and plenty of sleep. Recharge with like-minded people who are on the same road to success. Never text and drive Diverting your attention even for a split second can have tragic consequences. Swerving from your integrity might seem exciting, but it’s a dangerous road to take. Be present in the moment and you’ll find the journey is far more memorable. Designate a driver There’s a time and a place for letting go and having fun, but be smart, know your limits, and know who has your back. Drive friendly Judge people by their actions not their words. Angry drivers tend to be angry people. Cool heads prevail. Be smarter, not louder, and you’ll find there are many ways to achieve your goals without stepping on others along the way. Keep both hands on the wheel It’s easy to get complacent and comfortable, but always be prepared for the unexpected. And, while you will often find yourself driving solo, know that your parents, extended family and true friends are “riding shotgun.” In this issue of GLF, I hope you’ll find some valuable tips and tactics for navigating the twists and turns on your road of life. P.S. Call your mom when you get there. JOIN OUR FAMILY! GoodLifeFamily has opportunities for tenured Advertising Account Executives. For more information, emailTricia@goodlifefamilymag.com. - Sheryl THE GOOD PEOPLE at goodLIFEfamily GOOD LIFE FAMILY 3308 PRESTON ROAD, STE 350 PMB #113 PLANO, TX 75093 goodLIFEfamilymag.com LIVE. LEARN. LAUGH. (GO!) REPEAT. ABOUT US There are two things parents hope to give their children: roots and wings. But it’s often hard to know if the decisions we’re making are the right ones, especially when the world is changing so quickly. GoodLifeFamily is a resource for parents with kids tweens to twenties. Extensive and insightful content addresses the daily joys and struggles of finding a balance between kids and parents while keeping ourselves sane in the process. You’ll meet inspiring women and men who have stared down life’s challenges, survived, and now are willing to share their journey with you. GoodLifeFamilyis committed to making a difference in the lives of our families, friends and communities as the go-to source. We’re living, we’re learning, and most importantly, we’re laughing.We hope you will too. CONTACT US SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE: GoodLifeFamilyMag.com/subscribe ADVERTISE: Advertising@goodlifefamilymag.com SUBMIT EDITORIAL IDEAS: Tricia@goodlifefamilymag.com goodPOINT Life is a Highway PUBLISHER & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Sheryl Lilly Pidgeon Sheryl@goodlifefamilymag.com Direct: 214.476.8131 EDITORIAL TEAM TriciaWhite ManagingEditor Tricia@goodlifefamilymag.com Direct: 214.725.1981 Elle Parks FashionEditor Elle@goodlifefamilymag.com Rick Seaney TravelEditor Rick.Seaney@farecompare.com CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jennifer Melton Jennifer@goodlifefamilymag.com COPY EDITORS Audra Glidewell Tracy Graivier Bell WRITERS Lisa Beach Karyn Brodsky Kristin Cicciarelli Katherine Ingram Dawn Bluemel Oldfield Lindsey Pidgeon Deb Silverthorn AliciaWanek MARKETING TEAM MichaelTinglin ChiefMarketingOfficer Michael@goodlifefamilymag.com Bill Brock/White Rock Films ITSpecialist/Videography Bill@whiterockfilms.com SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER Katherine Ingram Katherine@goodlifefamilymag.com ADVERTISING TEAM Amy Lendl Advertising Manager Advertising@goodlifefamilymag.com SALES TEAM Melinda Bogoslavsky Melinda@goodlifefamilymag.com Direct: 214.603.9478 Mendy Lea Mendy@goodlifefamilymag.com Direct: 214.228.5052 Maru LeFranc maru@goodlifefamilymag.com Direct: 949.278.5055 Jean Lewis jean@goodlifefamilymag.com Direct: 214.208.6857 MichelleWilliams michelle@goodlifefamilymag.com