Dedicated to the Human Spirit

People are so resilient. It amazes me sometimes the challenges, obstacles and barriers that a person can overcome. I have seen cancer patients recover from the disease against unimaginable odds. I have watched children exude life and run & play, while the sickness in their bodies weakens and tires their energetic spirit. I have seen families, grief stricken bond together to strengthen the entire family unit. I have watched perfect strangers stand together and save a life without thought of the risk to their own. I have worked with neighbors to help another in need.

The human spirit is more solid than rock, higher than a mountain and deeper than the ocean’s floor. Knowing that this dynamic and powerful drive seems to be innate within us, there is nothing that we can’t do if we stand together.

So, on that note, the quote of the day is:

“Rise to the challenges of life and your strength will grow to match the height of the task.” tc

Thank you

As our lives unfold, we discover the richness that it holds. Too often, when we are younger, we are very busy getting 'here' and running 'there' that we don't pay attention to each moment.  It is the simple things in life that count.

When someone offers you a cut in line, take it graciously. If you are invited to a party, go and have fun. If you buy a new outfit, wear it out. When a compliment is bestowed, say 'thank you.'

I hear many slang terms for 'thank you.' However, I rarely hear 'thank you' at all. I know that 'it is my job' and that it is 'no problem' for you to do something for me. I also understand that 'be cool' is nice. 'Yeah, man, sure thing and whatever' do acknowledge an act of kindness but sometimes a simple "thank you" expresses more than you know.

So, on that note, the quote of the day is:

"It is the simply things in life that unfold to reveal the true beauty of living." tc