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Today at work I had to give a presentation in which I was scared to death. One of my worst fears is speaking in front of a group of people and even though our group isn’t all that large, I was horrified at the thought of it. I persevered through and pulled it off with relative ease – a tight chest, voice that started off like a baby sheep crying and a small feeling of anger (I’m not sure why) when some lady asked me to talk louder. I just thought to myself, “If I speak any louder, I won’t be able to hear myself think.” I guess the slight anger towards her helped me get somewhat boisterous and pronounce my words more clearly. Now I just have to get through the next three and I will be fine!
Also, later today I have to undergo a medical procedure that isn’t too serious but I have a major fear of needles. I’m starting to sound like a wimp. I am pretty tough believe it or not! Anyways, this day is a real nail biter and I’m looking forward to a LONG weekend. At least now I can relax and enjoy the 4th without having to worry about these things. I’d like to go out of town but the thought of lying around and just enjoying the holiday would be nice as well. We’ll see…
I watched the Count of Monte Cristo last night and loved it!! There was a quote from the movie I’m trying to live up to today.
~ Life is a storm, my young friend. You will bask in the sunlight one moment, be shattered on the rocks the next.
What makes you a man is what you do when that storm comes. ~
I haven’t cried – yet. So far so good. Wish me luck.
L
I recently finished reading Benjamin Franklin’s autobiography. It was a magnificent read! He began each day with the thought “what good shall I do today?” And ended with “what good have I accomplished today?” I loved the little poem that was contained in the book (I’ll have to look up exactly who wrote it):
Let not the stealing God of Sleep surprize,
Nor creep in Slumbers on thy weary Eyes,
Ere ev’ry Action of the former Day, Strictly thou dost,
and righteously survey.
With Rev’rence at thy own Tribunal stand,
And answer justly to thy own Demand.
Where have I been? In what have I transgrest?
What Good or Ill has this Day’s Life exprest?
Where have I fail’d in what I ought to do?
In what to GOD, to Man, or to myself I owe?
Inquire severe whate’er from first to last,
From Morning’s Dawn till Ev’nings Gloom has past.
If Evil were thy Deeds, repenting mourn,
And let thy Soul with strong Remorse be torn:
If Good, the Good with Peace of Mind repay,
And to thy secret Self with Pleasure say,
Rejoice, my Heart, for all went well to Day.
My favorite quote of all time from Franklin:
“Either do something worth writing, or write something worth doing.”
I was telling a friend that it’s kind of sad at the end of the book, it’s almost like you’ve been a part of this other life and as you draw towards the end you know it will soon be over. But there’s so much more interesting material to read! I’ve started a book on Nefertiti now. The Egyptian culture is really interesting to me, I can recall as a child checking out books on the embalming process… what a strange kid.
So far, I’m enjoying this novel; even though it’s mainly fiction – - there’s a lot of non-fictional information throughout the book. I’ve learned that Nefertiti was a very important figure during her reign, almost as important as her husband. She was not only extremely stunning but very knowledgeable and a kind leader.
I’ll update once I’m finished w/ the book. As the end of my work day draws near, I must finish up some things and prepare for my release. That almost sounds as if I’m a caged animal at the zoo… which isn’t too far from the truth. 
I guess I should be lucky to have a job though.
Have a wonderful afternoon folks!
I thought this was a pretty quote.
“Beauty of whatever kind, in its supreme development, invariably excites the sensitive soul to tears.” ~Edgar Allan Poe
In the beauty of a snowflake falling softly on the land….
Is the mystery and the miracle of God’s great, creative hand.
~ Helen Steiner Rice
Love is the strangest, most fickle thing. It can be beautiful, horrible, exciting, nasty and simply wonderful. So many people are afraid of this word. Why? It’s simply an expression, a joyful feeling that overcomes you. I can love so many things. A flower, a ladybug, and even the stars. I have so much love in my heart to give, I have to release it. But why does it scare people so?
You are only supposed to tell the dearest people you love them. So many people don’t deserve to hear this word and I think that makes them uncomfortable when the do hear it. They know they do not deserve that emotion. And therefore makes them squirm. I love to love and I love to be loved. Emotions are what separates us from animals. A significant aspect of being human. We have to deal with so much pain but yet we are gifted with this splendid emotion titled love. Thank you God for that offset. We could not live without it!
“I love you not only for what you are, but what I am when I am with you. I love you not only for what you have made of yourself, but for what you are making of me. I love you for the part of me that you bring out.” ~ Elizabeth Barrett Browning.
My President is black. What a statement! Well technically not President yet; but I’m gonna go with it. It’s ok to be “unofficial” in this instance. For the first time in our Country’s 232 years, we can proudly declare that we have a President elect that is not a white male. A Country that was founded mainly by slave owners…I’m proud of how far we have advanced as a Nation and I can’t wait for the next step, a female President!
It hasn’t been that long ago that blacks nor women could vote in this Country. My eyes welled up as I heard him speaking about his victory and even during McCains speech. I felt he was sincere in that moment, more than he had shown his entire campaign. I am so ecstatic about the number of individuals who took it upon themselves to go out and let their opinions be known. We broke history not only by electing a black man but by the overwhelming turnout of voters. Especially by young people; 30 and under. I do not care who you voted for, you rock! For the first time in my short voting history, I am excited about the future of our Country and I look forward to seeing what Obama will do with her.
I hear comments around my office of individuals stating “oh Lord, the Country is done for now” or “God help us, this is horrible!” How horrifically sad. People should try to have be more optimistic rather than pessimistic. Do not think of the glass as half empty, rather half full.
I guess the one thing I am the most proud of is that our new President can actually speak. I quote the little guy, “They misunderestimated me.” — bush in Bentonville, Ark., Nov. 6, 2000
It has finally arrived! The anticipated Election Day 08. I can say with pride that I will cast my vote in this historical election at 3 p.m and hopefully I won’t be standing there until 2 a.m. The lines are wrapped around the polling places and I’ve heard rumors of people having to wait up to 4 hours or as little as 10 minutes. I will stand there as long as I have to and proudly cast my vote for Obama. I can’t wait to see what he will do for this Country.
It’s such a shame that his Grandma died right before the biggest moment in this mans life. I’m sure she knew he would win and she had already cast her vote for her baby but I wish that she could’ve hung in there to witness this. It’s another dark rain cloud to attend to before the sun reveals its radiant face. Life just loves to throw those little suprises at you, doesn’t she? But it will make him a stronger person and he will have a loving spirit to watch over him I’m sure. Are you ready to witness history in the making America? I hope so. Because it’s happening this very moment!
Please vote.
So many people died so that we could have a voice. You owe it to your forefathers. Even if it is an “unpopular opinion.” It’s yours!
“The alternate domination of one faction over another, sharpened by the spirit of revenge natural to party dissention, which in different ages & countries has perpetrated the most horrid enormities, is itself a frightful despotism. But this leads at length to a more formal and permanent despotism. The disorders & miseries, which result, gradually incline the minds of men to seek security & repose in the absolute power of an Individual: and sooner or later the chief of some prevailing faction more able or more fortunate than his competitors, turns this disposition to the purposes of his own elevation, on the ruins of Public Liberty.”
— George Washington, September 19, 1796
Albert Einstein. What an interesting character. A genius that died trying to explain himself, pen in hand while writing his last paragraph. I was having a conversation with my mom and we were discussing his life and situations he went through. His father gave him a compass as a young child that sparked an interest and led to a life long passion; physics.
He was married to Mileva an intellectual woman whom he considered almost his equal. She was extremely smart and independent but Einstein felt that she was smothering his creative flow. So with the money he won from his Nobel Peace prize, he gave it to her as a consultation for their divorce so that he could be free and continue his passion. And that he did!
The thing I loved most about Einstein was his Law of Conservation of Mass-Energy. Two laws merged; the Law of Conservation of Mass and the Law of Conservation of Energy. That matter and energy is neither created nor destroyed. This theory helped me so much when my Dad passed away because even in times of doubt about life after death, I know there is a scientific law that explains energy will continue on. It may be another form but it will continue on. “In view of such harmony in the cosmos which I, with my limited human mind, am able to recognize, there are yet people who say there is no God. But what really makes me angry is that they quote me for the support of such views.” Albert Einstein.
What a brilliant man. There’s nothing more gorgeous in this World as the homo sapiens mind. It may be small in comparison to the other marvels in our Universe but it is still amazing.
“If I were not a physicist, I would probably be a musician. I often think in music. I live my daydreams in music. I see my life in terms of music… I do know that that I get most joy in life out of my violin. ” Albert Einstein
“God does not play dice with the Universe.” Albert Einstein
My favorite Beethoven piece, fur Elise. I can play most of it!
With October coming up, it brings one little thought to mind; aging. My sisters birthday, best friend’s, my Dad’s and mine, it’s a month that’s filled with good times, life-long memories and seeing lots of friends and family. The summer heat is dying down and all the leaves start to change color – a simple time of year with lots of warmth and love. And yes, I’ll now be able to get a rental car or a condo – gotta hold back all the excitement. But each year I grow older, it feels like that short hand on the clock is circling at immense speeds. It’s going to slow down eventually, you think; but yet it just picks up its pace. Yea, I don’t think I’m going to sit well with the whole aging ordeal. I guess we don’t have a choice though huh?
Men are so lucky, they seem to just get better with age. Like a nice red wine. Women however, are supposedly at their prime during their younger years. I do and don’t agree with that as I do think older women could have more to offer with experience but younger girls are in peak physical condition and some, still innocent. But I just can’t shake the thought that in 5 years I will be in my 30’s. Hopefully, one day I can look back on this and just laugh. But for now, I’m holding on to my 20’s for dear life with my nails dug in! Below is a quote I’ve heard many times but still makes me smile each time I hear it:
“Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, a bottle of vodka in hand, blouse torn, totally worn out, hair standing straight up, shouting ”…holy shit…what a ride!”
Uh huh, they were wrecking back in the day too!
And this lady is just great, reminds me of my mom! Always a cup of coffee and a cigarette…
The Way I See It #194
Thanks to Starbucks, this is my quote of the day. “The manual arts have always taken precedence over the fine arts. Remember, somebody had to build a ceiling before Michelangelo could go to work.”
-John Ratzenberger
So here’s to all you manual laborers! I tip my vanilla latte to you today!!
*Get it with the protein, it’s much tastier*
Another good one, “Forgive those who made you cry, you may not get a second chance.”
-Author unknown
