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On Never Giving Up: Brief Thoughts :-)

I had the good fortune to pass 28,000 Views here today.  I am grateful for all that have visited.  I remember the first "day" it all began--and how, at times, it was such a "grind".    These interesting admonitions are truly a good affirmation to remember that anything can be possible despite the odds:

It's not whether you get knocked down;

it's whether you get back up.

- Vince Lombardi

The harder you fall the higher you bounce.

- Horace 

Most people give up just when

they're about to achieve success.

They quit on the one yard line.

They give up at the last minute of the game,

one foot from a winning touch down.

- Ross Perot

If you stand up and be counted,

from time to time you may get yourself knocked down.

But remember this: A man flattened by an opponent can get up again.

A man flattened by conformity stays down for good.

- Thomas J. Watson

Success is how high you bounce when you hit bottom.

- George S. Patton 

A Very Moving Day: Brief Personal Thoughts

Today was Veterans Day in the United States.  It is also known as Armistice Day which was celebrated in the United Kingdom.

I saw coverage of a very moving event at Flanders.  70 Bags were moved from the cemeteries at Flanders that is the final resting place for those who never came back from having marched onward to the Western Front.   In the United States, remembrances were held throughout the country.

I had the privilege today to be privy to the stories from Veterans who served during World War II, Korea, Korea, Vietnam and the Cold War.    It was quite moving and just a privilege to shake their hands.   This "snapshot" says it all that I received from the team @ Simple Truth:

"On this Veteran's day, God bless the men and women who served and sacrificed their lives so that we remain free."   - America   I am also heartbroken by the horrific scenes from the Philippines.       There is simply no words.    As the President of the Philippines has declared a National Calamity,  thoughts and prayers continue to be ever so with the Filipino people during their darkest hour.

 

PRAYER OF SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI

As a new work week dawns....May the almighty grant this wish to all...



Onward :-)

As the W-End Looms in the US, a "Thought 4 the Week" :-)

As the week-end looms, there are some interesting developments from around the World.   I released a brief write-up to the "outsiders" column--part of "Daily Outsiders".   I also shared this that is a solid reminder about being virtoous constantly and consistenly--thanks to the team @ GiveMore who put this wonderful retrospective together:

Enough said :-)

A "slight token" of Appreciation For Friends :-)

I wanted to share this w/all who have been gracious enough to visit  all my project sites as a small token to simply say thanks.   I have downloaded it for my own E-Library and shared it.  I hope all friends enjoy it as a small token of my appreciation.  Let's truly "Awaken the Giant Within"! :-)

This is the original text courtesy of Anthony Robbins' Website which I have noted below:

It's an exciting day! You have been given an extraordinary gift: a free download of Re-Awaken the Giant Within, our gift edition of Anthony Robbins' landmark bestselling book: http://www.tonyrobbins.com/ebook.

Take immediate action toward your ultimate emotional, physical and financial health. Create and grow the relationship of a lifetime. Live a life of fulfillment and passion! No matter how successful you already are, your future can always be taken to a new level.

As the Great Diane Nyad always reminds us, Onward!! :-)

Being Ever So Thankful For all Blessings On This Beautiful Day :-)

Onward :-)

Notations On the November 5, 2013 Elections: Interesting Night

November 5 was election day in the United States.    There were some key elections that may have implications for 2014 and 2016.

In the US State of Virginia, The Democrat Terry McAuliffe beat the Republican Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli.  It was interesting that the race was really close that confounded all the polls.  The view from the Republicans, though, was epitomized by the Red State's Eric Erickson:

"...Cuccinelli had all the insiders aligned against him. He was the outsider. The gays hated him, the Chamber of Commerce hated him, the kid killers hated him, the GOP establishment hated him — all the insiders hated Cuccinelli and his campaign made the strategic blunder to try to work their way inside instead of dancing with the folks who got him to the dance. The campaign manager was fired too late and the campaign fell behind by double digits. Compounding that, the Democrats massively outspent him, Governor McDonnell is involved in a scandal, and the GOP voted to raise taxes with Cuccinelli struggling to distance himself from both.

The Obama Machine took advantage of all of this and went into high gear. They intended to deliver the state for McAuliffe decisively. .."

I found this quite amusing and the fact that somehow the actual issues did not matter.    The fact remains that the Virginia landscape is changing which is a microcosm in the United States and the Republicans have to figure out how to appeal to the majority of the electorate who continue to confound the skeptics.   The super conservatives who campaigned for the Republican nominee were shown to truly out of the mainstream.

The Republicans also lost badly in the City of New York.  A Self-declared progressive  and former radical, Bill DeBlasio, won a decisive victory and will be the next Mayor of New York City.     He has promised a transformational  program to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor that has persisted in New York City for the longest time.   It will be fascinating to see whether he is able to pull this or not.   There is of course, New Jersey.

Chris Christie won big in New Jersey.   He is an interesting phenomenon.   I especially was quite impressed when during the heat of the campaign in 2012, he stepped up and did the right thing by telling folks, "...I have a state to rebuild".   His principled beliefs have also been a source of strength.  Although a recent story in the New York Times about some of the decisions he has made as Governor on Budgetary matters may come back to haunt him as he begins his Presidential Campaign.   What is clear is that he is planning on a Presidential Bid--and he will be a formidable candidate.   This will be quite a campaign to watch.    The challenge for the Republican Party is whether they would embrace the Christie Vision or whether they would continue to stick with the so-called Super Conservatives who have dominated the Party and caused the Republican Party to lose so much.

As Democrats savour these wins, there is still a realization of challenges brewing and the Economist's KAL ever so captured it so eloquently:

It is always fascinating to reflect upon US Politics-- always fascinating and fun.    It is also at times challenging to be witness and reflect upon the dysfunction.     November 5, 2013  was no exception. As I reflected upon that night, I could not help by noting how the mere right to vote is ever so cherished and must be remembered.        

Excerpts also released also to http://www.outsiderviews.com, all rights reserved :-)

The Need To Always Keep the Faith :-)

"Some see things as they are and say "why". 
I dream things that never were, and say "why not?""

 - George Bernard Shaw

A "V-Thought" 4 the Day On The Positive Attitude Need 4 Success :-)

This is another simple, yet crucial reminder from the team @ Simple Truths which I hope is enjoyed!! Onward :-) Sometimes when hard times fall upon us, it seems like there is never any light at the end of the tunnel. One way to help get through a tough situation is by maintaining a positive attitude. The power of a positive attitude is truly inspiring, not to mention, it's also contagious. Today take the time to watch this short 3-minute inspirational movie about the power of attitude.

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