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Craig Zuber
Where will I be in 10 years?
Year: 2031
I’ll be living with my beautiful bride and our fun-loving dogs in various locations around the globe, with our children visiting often. Our home is wherever we are together. At 57 years young, my thirst for learning continues as I seek opportunities for personal growth to better support others on their journeys. The more I learn, the more I realize how little I know, and the excitement of this endless learning propels me forward.
My bride and I are celebrating our 29th wedding anniversary, still as thrilled with each other as we were on our very first date at Veni Vidi Vici’s in Fresno, California. She will never feel unloved or unappreciated. I’ll still steal kisses and admittedly engage in some rather inappropriate antics that make her exclaim, “Craig!” as she playfully slaps my hand.
Nearly 30 years into our marriage, it still feels like we’re dating. We laugh often, communicate regularly, and always prioritize each other. Our relationship is the bedrock of our family.
Our children, 28 and 25, are relishing the vigor and beauty of their youth. Zac and Aspen are brave, strong, open-minded, and curious. They embody kindness, humor, passion, and intensity, understanding that actions speak louder than words. They share a deep bond of friendship and love, careful with their hearts and those of others. They’ve learned that worrying is as effective as trying to solve an algebra equation by chewing bubble gum.
They are leaders who value hard work and maintain their health by eating right and exercising, following the example we’ve set. Whether or not we agree with all their choices, Zac and Aspen know they are loved unconditionally. They are compassionate toward people and animals, having witnessed various walks of life during our global travels.
Zac has diverse passions that steer him toward a fulfilling career. We spend quality father-son time bonding over fishing trips and other activities, as I guide him in maturing into a leader.
Aspen, at 25, pursues her interests with vigor and is focused on excelling in her career and other endeavors. Independent and strong, she navigates her path without relying on anyone else. Our quality time involves traveling, working, laughing, and exchanging life lessons.
I continue to stay fit, participating in challenges like the MURPH, Marathons, and Spartan races, fueled by a healthy diet and the energy to live my best life. Oh, and I can hardly believe it! The Dallas Cowboys have actually won two more Super Bowls.
As a family, we travel frequently, enriching our lives with global experiences and cultural exchanges.
Nicole and I invest our knowledge and wisdom into each other, our children, and others, grateful for our ability to adapt and recover from life’s challenges. Each of us recognizes our self-worth, maintains healthy self-relationships, and leaves a positive impact on the world, sharing our blessings with those less fortunate.
I’m committed to maintaining long-standing friendships, understanding that as we age, the connections with those who knew us when we were young become increasingly precious. Friendships, a vital spice of life, are nurtured through regular contact and shared experiences, whether during holidays, mini-vacations, or worldwide trips.
I value true collaboration, preferring growth to comfort and security, and make the most of my resources—money, talents, skills, and time—guided by a grand vision and inner wisdom.
I remain dedicated to pursuits that matter to me, setting challenging goals and striving to achieve them with the same fervor I apply to my work. Whether it’s catching big fish, sailing around the world, learning new languages, teaching abroad, or creating a new “Zuber” dance, each activity is chosen for its joy and potential impact. Who knows? Maybe I’ll even start delivering happiness, one taco at a time. Sounds exciting!
Zac and Aspen understand that success in any area comes from years of consistent practice and persistence. We remain curious, embrace new experiences, and, most importantly, enjoy every moment with hearty laughter.
I live life on my own terms, sharing the lessons I’ve learned with many, in the hope that it inspires at least one person to take bold action.
Facing fears is not just a choice but a necessity in fulfilling my life’s mission.
Ryan Allen
It is 2031. I can finally breathe. I have finally reached a place in my life where I have relieved myself of anxiety and control over the things that I cannot control. There is a lightness to me and an energy that I haven’t seen in years. First, let’s talk about the people in my world.Â
Jesse and I have been married for 10 years almost to the day and, as my partner, he is my equal. We are the rock the other needed and never had. We have found our stride in parenting and our relationship with one another. We have time that is protected for us to be together without distractions and focus on growing in our relationship. We have discovered that our differences, what we saw 10 years ago as our kryptonite, is actually our superpower. He is my safe haven and consistently gets me outside of my comfort zone. I still haven’t gone skydiving with him yet ;)
Gauge is 17 and is gone most of the time. He will graduate high school next year and is preparing for that this school year. He is playing sports and has a fantastic group of friends that encourage him in his faith, academically and socially. He thrives in school and in sports and sees them as opportunities and not the end game. He is educated and cultured on the world around him and outside of New Washington. He is excited to go and learn more after high school. He is taking his mother’s advice and hasn’t brought home any stupid girls. I don’t get to see him often because of custody schedules, school and extracurricular activities, but when I do we are closer than ever!Â
Ashton will be 15 and we will have had a little experience under our belt with raising a teenage boy and yet….he will challenge us on an entirely new level. Ashton has finally come into his own. He is a completely different child than the day that I met him. Our relationship is that of a mentor, close friend, and he confides in me for everything he can’t talk to his Mom or Dad about. He is passionate about what he wants to do and who he wants to become and Jesse has spent countless hours guiding him and teaching him the skill to follow in his footsteps of passion and success, whatever that looks like for him.Â
Lennox…..this girl is 14 and boy oh boy. She is our firecracker. She is the life of the party and the light in the room. She loves all of the arts and loves being who she is and following her heart. She is a strong leader and has such a great opportunity going into her high school years to influence others. We are working with her to ensure that the guidance she has the opportunity to give is toward God and thinking big. She loves to sing and dance and is keeping us busy with traveling and living her best life. She is protected by her big brothers and, even though they fight like cats and dogs, they have each other's backs.Â
Our family goes 90mph at all times with 3 teenagers in the house and we somehow make it all work and have quality time carved out with all 5 of us, as well as each child individually. I know who my children are in front of me and am confident in their character when I am not around. I know each of their friends and their parents. We have built a community around our children to support and encourage them.Â
Our favorite time of the year is summer. We spend most of our time outside on our land. We have built our own custom home that has many options for activities with the kids so that they enjoy being at home and having their friends over. We spend so much time as a family having bonfires, riding the side-by-sides, hiking, kayaking and camping. We are able to be 100% unplugged while we are enjoying each other.Â
Two times per year, we travel with the kids. We have given them a life that we did not have growing up. They get to experience new things, places and foods. Our vacations are not just to lay around. They are exploring, learning and soaking in culture. Jesse and I are also traveling alone to get back to us and reset each quarter. We are traveling internationally and visiting beautiful places that create an environment for us to remember what brought us together in the first place.Â
Our faith is stronger than ever. We still attend church weekly and are leading a Bible study together. We pray openly every day and night with our kids and set the example for the walk in faith we share together as husband and wife. We look to God before anything else and pray for each other openly. Jesse and I pray together every night over our family and one another. Our walk in Christ is a part of our identity.Â
We work because we love the work that we do. Our investments generate the income we desire to live our life by design and the work that we do is solely because we crave the growth and pouring into others. The impact we have on other people individually, as well as cohesively, is what fills our cup.Â
I have started a non-profit organization to support and help transition women and children from abusive homes to better their lives and see their true strength. This is where my heart has always lied, and I now have the means, the finances, and the time to pursue giving back.Â
For my work, I coach, lead and teach other leaders to truly see their potential through my experiences and inspire them to uncover their life by design. I am made whole through the growth of others. Our investment group of women is booming and generating more income and opportunities than we ever thought possible. Our podcast and book have sparked the work for thousands of women educating them to invest and build their wealth.Â
Lastly, and most importantly, my mental health. Anxiety and panic are a thing of the past. I have since taken back control. I embrace situations that I cannot control. I use my over analyzing as a strength and I don’t let my thoughts control me. If I wake up in the middle of the night, it is to pee, not to work through a panic attack. If my heart is racing, it is because I am so excited about the next stage in my life or because my husband snuck up and put his arms around me. If I am sweating, it is because I am moving my body to ensure that my 45 looks like 25.Â
I have vowed to let go of the things that I cannot change and slay the things that I can.Â
