I haven't really discussed my fascination with Bob Ross much, but I find it funny and one of those little signs that we are always being guided even when we are unaware of it. I have always thought Bob Ross was a great example of a kind and gentle soul that just lived free and enjoyed life, but there is so much more to his story that I am becoming aware of over time. Bob Ross, like Mr. Rogers, was also in the military before adapting to a family friendly inspirational type of show and being extremely successful at it. I can draw comparisons to where I am at now and where I came from to the life of Bob Ross and it gives me a target of somewhere to aim my intentions in life.
I should probably point out that I have never really considered myself artistic, especially not with paints or drawing, but I feel I can be quite artistic with my words at times. Bob Ross, like myself, decided to leave behind his "professional" day job to follow his passions. He retired from the Air Force after twenty years of service at the rank of Master Sergeant. I was never in the military, but I have been in jobs that I would say are comparably stressful to the type of role he had. Leading people and dictating workflow is a major ego and power trip. It gives you a sense of artificial purpose and you find yourself with the power to unintentionally negatively impact other people's lives. I hated it on so many levels even though I always tried my best to be fair and not use the positions for power.
I don't know what lies ahead for me, but I know I have found many examples of individuals that have walked similar paths in life before and I have full faith that I can do it too. Maybe I never learn how to paint, it hasn't ever particularly called to me, but I know I can write my ass off. I have been watching some of Bob Ross's son's episodes, just to see how much of his father came across in his own style and presentation. It's actually quite remarkable the types of children that self aware parents can raise. My mission is clear and I don't know how or where or when, nor do I need to, but I know it's all happening as it should. Namaste.
Bonus (Stop Being the Boss, Be the Ross)
this was an enjoyable post to read, happy trees
We all know you only stopped by for that boss ass fro. :)
I actually was looking into the life of Bob today. He was an amazingly mysterious man who valued his privacy, but not to a degree of insanity. He was just humble. He was also something like a drill sergeant in the Air Force, he was in charge of commanding units to clean latrines and sinks and such! Very interesting man indeed.
He didn't do many interviews, but the ones you can find are pretty awesome!
Yeah, and I remember him saying something like "I just don't get asked often".
Ive also been wanting to share this picture of his gravesite, it is so minimal and I love it.
That's really cool!
Bob Ross was awesome. He had his own style. Perhaps the moral is "be yourself".
Very true @donkeypong, I think he is a great example and role model of someone that did just that.
Rock on! "There are no mistakes, just happy accidents." ~Bob Ross
I love how he never talked down to himself. That self confidence and assurance is amazing.
He rocks!
HELLLLL YA! Frosedien!
Nice little post. I dig it, spread those positive vibes around! I used to love falling asleep to Bob Ross vids.
:) Bob Ross the best Ross for sure!
Great people are all around us, it can be done, all of it.
I believe, but I'm having trouble manifesting my own Ross-fro. :(
Manifestations aren't all physical in nature. So in that case, you are the fro, own it.