tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-83232455296883140442024-03-13T05:44:50.852-07:00Quotes...In Our Own Words.Discussions about quotes, poems, and short stories that teach us how to reach our true potential.Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.comBlogger197125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-5956783743667351272010-06-25T08:07:00.000-07:002010-06-25T08:18:38.609-07:00I Love My Whole House!!! (Jessica's Daily Affirmation)We can take a lesson from this little dynamo. Take time each day to remind yourself of what you love in life. Many blessings and always feel good.<br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/qR3rK0kZFkg&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/qR3rK0kZFkg&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="550" height="385"></embed></object>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-36032955141454634922010-04-17T20:42:00.000-07:002010-04-17T21:12:01.948-07:00The People Who Make A Difference Are The Ones That Care<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S8qFC27pD5I/AAAAAAAAAwg/ZwJivoMzOBo/s1600/thanks"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 316px; height: 316px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S8qFC27pD5I/AAAAAAAAAwg/ZwJivoMzOBo/s320/thanks" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5461323782292049810" border="0" /></a>Hello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. I stumbled upon this video and thought it would be good to share. Many blessings and always feel good.<br /><br />The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the ‘Peanuts’ comic strip. You don’t have to actually answer the questions. Just read straight through, and you’ll get the point.<br /><br />1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world<br /><br />2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners<br /><br />3. Name the last five winners of Miss America<br /><br />4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize<br /><br />5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress<br /><br />6. Name the last decade’s worth of World Series winners<br /><br />How did you do?<br /><br />The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. These are NO second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.<br /><br />Here’s another quiz. See how you do on this one:<br /><br />1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school<br /><br />2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time<br /><br />3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile<br /><br />4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special<br /><br />5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with<br /><br />Easier?<br /><br />The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money or the most awards. They are the ones that CARE<br /><br /><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" id="viddler" width="437" height="288"><param name="movie" value="http://www.viddler.com/player/a7e9b60c/"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="flashvars" value="fake=1"><embed src="http://www.viddler.com/player/a7e9b60c/" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" flashvars="fake=1" name="viddler" width="550" height="288"></embed></object>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-61264200539538741492010-03-20T20:28:00.000-07:002010-03-22T10:22:54.068-07:00Carry On!!!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S6WWQn1eclI/AAAAAAAAAqw/u5adUstdcNQ/s1600-h/dont-quit.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 206px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S6WWQn1eclI/AAAAAAAAAqw/u5adUstdcNQ/s320/dont-quit.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450928136317203026" border="0" /></a>Hello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. Life can be difficult at times but the strong and the successful always carry on. They go about their business despite any obstacle or challenge they may face. Life's little setbacks are just lessons that make us stronger and wiser. We must learn from these lessons and make better decisions when faced with similar situations.<br /><br />The following poem is a great reminder to carry on in any and every situation. You will be amazed at what you can accomplish when you are focused and keep a never quit attitude. I promise that great things are in store for you if you just carry on. The willing are always rewarded for their faithfulness. Many blessings, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Carry On!!</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S6WWkH_JT1I/AAAAAAAAAq4/fsLl99EW8Hs/s1600-h/don%27t+give+up.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S6WWkH_JT1I/AAAAAAAAAq4/fsLl99EW8Hs/s320/don%27t+give+up.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450928471365209938" border="0" /></a><br />It's easy to fight when everything's right,<br />And you're mad with the thrill and the glory;<br />It's easy to cheer when victory's near,<br />And wallow in fields that are gory.<br />It's a different song when everything's wrong.<br />When you're feeling infernally mortal;<br />When it's ten against one, and hope there is none,<br />Buck up, little soldier, and chortle:<br /><br />Carry on! Carry on!<br />There isn't much punch in your blow.<br />You're glaring and staring and hitting out blind;<br />You're muddy and bloody, but never mind.<br />Carry on! Carry on!<br />You haven't the ghost of a show.<br />It's looking like death, but while you've a breath,<br />Carry on, my son! Carry on!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S6WZCBd1YVI/AAAAAAAAArI/o5hRsguqJuk/s1600-h/determination.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 219px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S6WZCBd1YVI/AAAAAAAAArI/o5hRsguqJuk/s320/determination.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450931184034210130" /></a><br />And so in the strife of the battle of life<br />It's easy to fight when you're winning;<br />It's easy to slave, and starve and be brave,<br />When the dawn of success is beginning.<br />But the man who can meet despair and defeat<br />With a cheer, there's a man of God's choosing;<br />The man who can fight to Heaven's own height<br />Is the man who can fight when he's losing.<br />Carry on! Carry on!<br /><br />Things never were looming so black.<br />But show that you haven't a cowardly streak,<br />And though you're unlucky you never are weak.<br />Carry on! Carry on!<br />Brace up for another attack.<br />It's looking like hell, but - you never can tell;<br />Carry on, old man! Carry on!<br /><br />There are some who drift out in the deserts of doubt,<br />And some who in brutishness wallow;<br />There are others, I know, who in piety go<br />Because of a Heaven to follow.<br />But to labor with zest, and to give of your best,<br />For the sweetness and joy of the giving;<br />To help folks along with a hand and a song;<br />Why, there's the real sunshine of living.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S6WXyp0Hj_I/AAAAAAAAArA/JTR8XyvZkRM/s1600-h/Perseve.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S6WXyp0Hj_I/AAAAAAAAArA/JTR8XyvZkRM/s320/Perseve.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450929820475559922" border="0" /></a>Carry on! Carry on!<br />Fight the good fight and true;<br />Believe in you mission, greet life with a cheer;<br />There's big work to do, and that's why you are here.<br />Carry on! Carry on!<br />Let the world be the better for you;<br />And at last when you die, let this be your cry:<br />Carry on, my soul! Carry on!<br /><br />Robert W. ServiceDexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-46105446858602633442010-03-03T08:30:00.000-08:002010-03-03T09:33:53.597-08:00Three Quotes That Will Keep You Positive<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S46bgbR60TI/AAAAAAAAApQ/8m73hdEO8YU/s1600-h/positive"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S46bgbR60TI/AAAAAAAAApQ/8m73hdEO8YU/s320/positive" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444459980918542642" border="0" /></a>Hello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. I am always thinking of positive quotes as I go through my day. It helps to keep me focused and grounded amidst the negativity that we are constantly bombarded with. We all go through it. We wake up saying to ourselves that we are going to be positive all day. Nothing will get us down.<br /><br />The problem with this is that we have to interact with other people throughout the day and their negativity tends to rub off on us. You may start off the day great but when Martha or Johnny starts talking about their horrible weekend you remember what went wrong with your weekend and you engage in a "pity Party."<br /><br />It is important to surround yourself with positive people and positive situations as much as possible. This is not always possible so I like to arm myself with quotes that I know I can say to myself that will put me back on the right track. By remembering these quotes I can easily stay positive despite what is happening around me.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Quote #1</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S46Sa7jRDWI/AAAAAAAAAow/QgW1WuOq0rY/s1600-h/focus"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 241px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S46Sa7jRDWI/AAAAAAAAAow/QgW1WuOq0rY/s320/focus" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444449990897372514" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">Focus on what you want, rather than what you don't want.</span><br /><br />The reason many of us don't get what we want out of life is because focus we on what we don't want in life. A lot of us say, "I don't want to be broke." "I don't want to be sick." "I don't want to be in this horrible relationship anymore." These words and thoughts have very strong negative emotions attached to them.<br /><br />The Universe gives you what you thinking about and <span style="font-style: italic;">feeling </span>about the most. It may seem like you're are doing the right thing by saying that you don't want something, but the Universe will simply give you more of what you don't want because that is where your focus is. If you focus on the mounting bills, the poor health, or unhealthy relationship, this is what you will get more of.<br /><br />Start to focus on what you do want. Change your words and thoughts to "I want to live abundantly." I want to live a healthy lifestyle." I want to be in a loving relationship with a partner who accepts me for who I am." Put all your energy and emotions into this way of thinking. You will begin to see how the Universe will begin to place situations in front of you that will be alignment with what you are wanting.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Quote #2</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S46U6uSeoZI/AAAAAAAAAo4/b2wPBkkawHI/s1600-h/attitude-is-everything.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 309px; height: 317px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S46U6uSeoZI/AAAAAAAAAo4/b2wPBkkawHI/s320/attitude-is-everything.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444452736116367762" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">The Power Of Attitude.<br /><br />"Our lives are not determined by what happens to us, but how we react to what happens. Not by what life brings to us, but by the attitude we bring to life. A positive attitude causes a chain reaction of positive thought, events, and outcomes. It is a catalyst...A spark that creates extraordinary results."</span><br /><br />I always try to keep a positive attitude. When you have a positive attitude, positive things happen to you. We are all going have trials and setbacks. That's just life. The true measure of our character is how we react to what happens to us. When negativity arises in your life squash it immediately. How do you that? Go back to the first quote and focus on what you want.<br /><br />People will notice something different about you when you take a positive attitude. They will notice that you dictate what you want out of life instead of just letting life beat you down. People will want to be around you. They will feel comfortable around you. You will still get those people that will try to bring you down, but if you stay positive and true to yourself and your goals, amazing things will happen. Be ready to ride the wave of positive momentum.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Quote #3</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S46WtqOE2aI/AAAAAAAAApA/arx6C8zCkyg/s1600-h/bethechangefortunecookie.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 256px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S46WtqOE2aI/AAAAAAAAApA/arx6C8zCkyg/s320/bethechangefortunecookie.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444454710709115298" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">"We must become the change we want to see in the world." Gandhi</span><br /><br />This quote is very important to the times in which we are living. Gandhi advises us to change ourselves before we try to change the world. Gandhi understood that we create our reality through our thoughts. Whatever is happening on the inside is what will be projected in the physical world.<br /><br />We have so many wars going on right now. The war against drugs. The war against crime. The war against terrorism. All of these wars are being lost because the focus is on war. War begets more war. It is well know that Mother Theresa refused to go to any anti- war rallies. "Show me a peace rally and I'll be the first one there." Mother Theresa knew that the "more you resist something, the more it persist."<br /><br />We must change our thought to that of peace, love, and compassion. That is the only way to bring about peace in the world. There has to be a collective rise of positive consciousness. Start by being courteous to your neighbors, coworkers, and people that you meet in the street. I always get a kick out of the reactions of some people when I say hi or give them a compliment. They sometimes don't know how to react to niceness. It's almost like they are surprised.<br /><br />So those are the three quotes that I try to live by everyday. As a bonus I'll give you one that I recently added to my daily reminder.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bonus Quote</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S46X1WSC0UI/AAAAAAAAApI/X1AHiGlFlWc/s1600-h/thank-you-6.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S46X1WSC0UI/AAAAAAAAApI/X1AHiGlFlWc/s320/thank-you-6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444455942307631426" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">"Thank you for the gift of abundance!"</span><br /><br />I say this to myself constantly. I say it if I find a penny on the ground. It is only a penny, but it a reminder to be thankful for what I already have and what is on the way. I say this not only for money but for all aspects of my life. Abundance can come financially, through good health, positive relationships, ideas, love, compassion, thoughtfulness, creativity, confidence, etc...It's easy to see how much abundance is really around us which takes us back to the first quote. Be thankful and focus on the abundance that you already have and the Universe will give you more to be thankful for.<br /><br />Thanks for listening, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-5439350653997529402010-02-28T19:22:00.000-08:002010-02-28T20:55:53.729-08:00I Believe...Happy People Make The Most Of What They HaveHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. Here's something you can share with the ones you love. I came across it in an email. Just a quick reminder of what is important in life. Enjoy and Always Feel Good!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4s793c2TkI/AAAAAAAAAnI/Ew2Wd6CCcF0/s1600-h/arguing_070820_ms.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4s793c2TkI/AAAAAAAAAnI/Ew2Wd6CCcF0/s320/arguing_070820_ms.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443510508650384962" border="0" /></a>I Believe...<br />That just because two people argue,<br />It doesn't mean they don't love each other.<br />And just because they don't argue,<br />It doesn't mean they do love each other.<br /><br />I Believe...<br />That we don't have to change friends if<br />We understand that friends change.<br /><br />I Believe....<br />That no matter how good a friend is,<br />they're going to hurt you every once in a while<br />and you must forgive them for that.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4s9CQhFFAI/AAAAAAAAAnQ/lHbHmNQoxqo/s1600-h/saying-goodbye.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4s9CQhFFAI/AAAAAAAAAnQ/lHbHmNQoxqo/s320/saying-goodbye.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443511683610121218" border="0" /></a><br />I Believe...<br />That true friendship continues to grow,<br />even over the longest distance.<br />Same goes for true love.<br /><br />I Believe...<br />That you can do something in an instant<br />That will give you heartache for life.<br /><br /><br />I Believe....<br />That it's taking me a long time<br />To become the person I want to be.<br /><br />I Believe...<br />That you should always leave loved ones with<br />Loving words. It may be the last time you see them.<br /><br />I Believe....<br />That you can keep going long after you think you can't.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4s-PWg-QZI/AAAAAAAAAnY/Iqr7ylQDyCU/s1600-h/attitude_logo_small3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 247px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4s-PWg-QZI/AAAAAAAAAnY/Iqr7ylQDyCU/s320/attitude_logo_small3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443513008070214034" border="0" /></a><br />I Believe....<br />That we are responsible for what<br />We do, no matter how we feel.<br /><br />I Believe...<br />That either you control your attitude or it controls you.<br /><br />I Believe...<br />That heroes are the people who do what has to be done when it needs<br />to be done, regardless of the consequences.<br /><br />I Believe....<br />That my best friend and I can do anything or nothing and have the best time.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4s_izyvwjI/AAAAAAAAAng/86wHpN60U1A/s1600-h/helping-hand-logo.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4s_izyvwjI/AAAAAAAAAng/86wHpN60U1A/s320/helping-hand-logo.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443514441858531890" border="0" /></a><br />I Believe....<br />That sometimes the people you expect to kick you when you're down<br />will be the ones to help you get back up.<br /><br />I Believe...<br />That sometimes when I'm angry<br />I have the right to be angry,<br />But that doesn't give me the right to be cruel.<br /><br />I Believe....<br />That maturity has more to do with what types of experiences you've had<br />And what you've learned from them and less to do with how many<br />birthdays you've celebrated.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4tAfnWF2kI/AAAAAAAAAno/vqQU7LzjGX0/s1600-h/forgive-yourself-2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 315px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4tAfnWF2kI/AAAAAAAAAno/vqQU7LzjGX0/s320/forgive-yourself-2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443515486489139778" border="0" /></a>I Believe....<br />That it isn't always enough,<br />to be forgiven by others.<br />Sometimes, you have to learn to forgive yourself.<br /><br />I Believe...<br />That no matter how bad your heart is broken<br />the world doesn't stop for your grief.<br /><br />I Believe....<br />That our background and circumstances<br />may have influenced who we are,<br />But, we are responsible for who we become.<br /><br />I Believe...<br />That you shouldn't be so eager to find<br />Out a secret. It could change your life Forever.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4tDMS_H2JI/AAAAAAAAAn4/UQsxdsMZ0g0/s1600-h/twins+2"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4tDMS_H2JI/AAAAAAAAAn4/UQsxdsMZ0g0/s320/twins+2" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443518453141461138" border="0" /></a><br />I Believe....<br />Two people can look at the exact same<br />Thing and see something totally different.<br /><br />I Believe...<br />That your life can be changed in a matter of<br />Hours by people who don't even know you.<br /><br />I Believe...<br />That even when you think you have no more to give,<br />When a friend cries out to you -<br />you will find the strength to help.<br /><br />I Believe...<br />That credentials on the wall<br />do not make you a decent human being.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4tFp5uoLDI/AAAAAAAAAoA/FX9BLW6fvBo/s1600-h/puppies"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 315px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/S4tFp5uoLDI/AAAAAAAAAoA/FX9BLW6fvBo/s320/puppies" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443521160780721202" border="0" /></a>I Believe...<br />That the people you care about most in life<br />are taken from you too soon.<br /><br />I Believe...<br />That you should share this to<br />all of the people that you believe in, I just did.<br /><br />The happiest of people don't necessarily<br />have the best of everything;<br />They just make the most of everything they have.Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-72638285051003165952009-12-10T10:53:00.000-08:002009-12-10T11:34:51.297-08:00The Story Of Stone & SandHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. Here's a quick little story that teaches us to forget the bad times and remember the good. We all go through our difficulties. The things is all happenings come and go. No matter what occurs in our life it will pass, good or bad.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SyFMReMbJgI/AAAAAAAAAcc/KqgSZrX8Yjw/s1600-h/2+MEN"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SyFMReMbJgI/AAAAAAAAAcc/KqgSZrX8Yjw/s320/2+MEN" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413692090122708482" border="0" /></a>The key is to let the difficult times dissolve into the past. If we continually live that memory, we will experience the same hurt over and over again. This is not a good way to live because you will remain stagnant and frustrated.<br /><br />Instead savor the good times and keep these memories close to your heart. These experiences will give you courage when times get tough. You can look look back on them and know that you have persevered before and have the ability to do it again.<br /><br />Share this story with your friends and family. No matter what happens in your life you have control of how you react to it. It is your reaction that prove your true character. Have a great day, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">STONE & SAND</span><br /><br />TWO FRIENDS WERE WALKING<br />THROUGH THE DESERT.<br /><br />DURING SOME POINT OF THE JOURNEY,<br />THEY HAD AN ARGUMENT; AND ONE FRIEND<br />SLAPPED THE OTHER ONE IN THE FACE.<br /><br />THE ONE WHO GOT SLAPPED<br />WAS HURT, BUT WITHOUT<br />SAYING ANYTHING,<br />WROTE IN THE SAND, <br /><br />"TODAY MY BEST FRIEND<br />SLAPPED ME IN THE FACE."<br /><br />THEY KEPT ON WALKING,<br />UNTIL THEY FOUND AN OASIS,<br />WHERE THEY DECIDED<br />TO TAKE A BATH<br /><br />THE ONE WHO HAD BEEN<br />SLAPPED GOT STUCK IN THE<br />MIRE AND STARTED DROWNING,<br />BUT THE FRIEND SAVED HIM.<br /><br />AFTER HE RECOVERED FROM<br />THE NEAR DROWNING,<br />HE WROTE ON A STONE:<br /><br />"TODAY MY BEST FRIEND<br />SAVED MY LIFE."<br /><br />THE FRIEND WHO HAD SLAPPED <br />AND SAVED HIS BEST FRIEND<br />ASKED HIM, "AFTER I HURT YOU,<br />YOU WROTE IN THE SAND AND NOW,<br />YOU WRITE ON A STONE, WHY?"<br /><br />THE FRIEND REPLIED<br />"WHEN SOMEONE HURTS US<br />WE SHOULD WRITE IT DOWN<br />IN SAND, WHERE WINDS OF<br />FORGIVENESS CAN ERASE IT AWAY. <br /><br />BUT, WHEN SOMEONE DOES<br />SOMETHING GOOD FOR US,<br />WE MUST ENGRAVE IT IN STONE<br />WHERE NO WIND<br />CAN EVER ERASE IT".<br /><br />LEARN TO WRITE<br />YOUR HURTS IN<br />THE SAND AND TO<br />CARVE YOUR<br />BENEFITS IN STONE.<br /> <br />THEY SAY IT TAKES A MINUTE TO<br />FIND A SPECIAL PERSON, <br />AN HOUR TO<br />APPRECIATE THEM, <br /><br />A DAY TO LOVE THEM,<br />BUT THEN,<br />AN ENTIRE LIFE<br />TO FORGET THEM.<br />TAKE THE TIME TO LIVE!<br /><br />DO NOT VALUE THE THINGS<br />YOU HAVE IN YOUR LIFE, BUT VALUE<br />WHO YOU HAVE IN YOUR LIFE!<br /><br />BE KINDER THAN NECESSARY,<br />FOR EVERYONE YOU MEET IS<br />FIGHTING SOME KIND OF BATTLE.Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-58502924453425203662009-11-29T17:00:00.000-08:002009-11-29T17:49:58.127-08:00Human Nature Presents Itself In The Way We Treat OthersHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. I received this story in an email the other day. It is the story of Shay. It's a perfect example of the attitude we should hold towards other people no matter the situation.<br /><br />I encourage each of you to find ways to help out your fellow man. When we help each other we strengthen the whole. We are all family sharing this space on the planet earth. We should strive to work as a cohesive unit which has compassion for all its members.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SxMf_SBfERI/AAAAAAAAAa0/RCpltAqT3bQ/s1600/littleLeague.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 218px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SxMf_SBfERI/AAAAAAAAAa0/RCpltAqT3bQ/s320/littleLeague.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5409702749432385810" border="0" /></a>Make everyday a Shay Day. Share this story with your friends and family. Just by doing that you will be doing your part to make this world a better place. Many blessings, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">*SHAY DAY</span><span style="font-weight: bold;">*</span><br /><br />At a fundraising dinner for a school that serves learning disabled children, the father of one of the students delivered a speech that would never be forgotten by all who attended. After extolling the school and its dedicated staff, he offered a question:<br /><br />"When not interfered with outside influences, everything nature does is done with perfection. Yet my son Shay, cannot learn things as other children do. He cannot understand things as other children do. Where is the natural order of things in my son?"<br /><br />The audience was stilled by the query.<br /><br />The father continued. "I believe, that when a child like Shay, physically and mentally handicapped comes into the world, an opportunity to realize true human nature presents itself, and comes, in the way other people treat that child." Then he told the following story:<br /><br />Shay and his father had walked past a park where some boys Shay knew were playing baseball. Shay asked, "Do you think they'll let me play?" Shay's father knew that most of the boys would not want someone like Shay on their team, but the father also understood that if his son were allowed to play, it would give him a much-needed sense of belonging and some confidence to be accepted by others in spite of his handicaps.<br /><br />Shay's father approached one of the boys on the field and asked if Shay could play, not expecting much. The boy looked around for guidance and said, "We're losing by six runs and the game is in the eighth inning, I guess he can be on our team and we'll try to put him to bat in the ninth inning."<br /><br />Shay's father approached one of the boys on the field and asked if Shay could play, not expecting much. The boy looked around for guidance and said, "We're losing by six runs and the game is in the eighth inning, I guess he can be on our team and we'll try to put him to bat in the ninth inning."<br /><br />Shay struggled over to the team's bench, put on a team shirt with a broad smile and his Father had a small tear in his eye and warmth in his heart. The boys saw the father's joy at his son being accepted. In the bottom of the eighth inning, Shay's team scored a few runs but was still behind by three. In the top of the ninth inning, Shay put on a glove and played in the right field. Even though no hits came his way, he was obviously ecstatic just to be in the field, grinning from ear to ear as his father waved to him from the stands. In the bottom of the ninth inning, Shay's team scored again. Now, with two outs and the bases loaded, the potential winning run was on base and Shay was scheduled to be next at bat.<br /><br />At this juncture, do they let Shay bat and give away their chance to win the game? Surprisingly, Shay was given the bat. Everyone knew that a hit was all but impossible because Shay didn't even know how to hold the bat properly, much less connect with the ball.<br /><br />However, as Shay stepped up to the plate, the pitcher, recognizing the other team putting winning aside for this moment in Shay's life, moved in a few steps to lob the ball in softly so Shay could at least be able to make contact. The first pitch came and Shay swung clumsily and missed. The pitcher again took a few steps forward to toss the ball softly towards Shay. As the pitch came in, Shay swung at the ball and hit a slow ground ball right back to the pitcher.<br /><br />The game would now be over, but the pitcher picked up the soft grounder and could have easily thrown the ball to the first baseman. Shay would have been out and that would have been the end of the game.<br /><br />Instead, the pitcher threw the ball right over the head of the first baseman, out of the reach of all the teammates. Everyone from the stands and both teams started yelling,"Shay, run to first!" Never in his life had Shay ever ran that far but made it to first base. He scampered down the baseline, wide-eyed and startled.<br /><br />Everyone yelled, "Run to second, run to second!" Catching his breath, Shay awkwardly ran towards second, gleaming and struggling to make it to second base. By this time Shay rounded towards second base. The right fielder had the ball. The smallest guy on their team had a chance to be the hero for his team for the first time in his life. He could have thrown the ball to the second-baseman for the tag, but he understood the pitcher's intentions and he too intentionally threw the ball high and far over the third-baseman's head. Shay ran toward third base deliriously as the runners ahead of him circled the bases toward home. All were screaming, "Shay, Shay, Shay, all the Way Shay"<br /><br />Shay reached third base, the opposing shortstop ran to help him and turned him the direction of third base, and shouted, "Run to third! Shay, run to third". As Shay rounded third, the boys from both teams and those watching were on their feet screaming, "Shay, run home! Shay ran to home, stepped on the plate, and cheered as the hero who hit the "grand slam" and won the game for his team.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SxMhtGgAm4I/AAAAAAAAAbE/t2gpR3c7-E4/s1600/bball"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SxMhtGgAm4I/AAAAAAAAAbE/t2gpR3c7-E4/s320/bball" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5409704636124797826" border="0" /></a><br /><br />That day, said the father softly with tears now rolling down his face, the boys from both teams helped bring a piece of true love and humanity into this world. Shay didn't make it another summer and died that winter, having never forgotten being the hero and making his Father so happy and coming home and seeing his Mother tearfully embrace her little hero of the day!<br /><br />May your day be a Shay Day, sunny today, tomorrow, and always!Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-32592997366671323572009-11-26T08:20:00.000-08:002009-11-26T08:43:23.640-08:00I'm Thankful For You - A Thanksgiving PoemHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!! Remember to tell that ones close to you that you love them. Then pick a few random people that you haven't talk to in a while and tell them that you are thankful for knowing them. It will make their day and yours.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/Sw6vjpaIFcI/AAAAAAAAAac/Pp2TwebFMAs/s1600/i+am+thankful+pumpkin+pie.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 240px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/Sw6vjpaIFcI/AAAAAAAAAac/Pp2TwebFMAs/s320/i+am+thankful+pumpkin+pie.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408453229464262082" border="0" /></a>Have a great day everybody. It is a pleasure and I am thankful to call you family. Many blessings, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">"I’m Thankful for You</span>"<br /><br />Thanksgiving is the appointed time<br />for focusing on the good in our lives.<br />In each of our days,<br />we can find small blessings,<br />but too often we overlook them,<br />choosing instead to spend our time<br />paying attention to problems.<br />We give our energy<br />to those who cause us trouble<br />instead of those who bring peace.<br />Starting now,<br />let’s be on the lookout<br />for the bits of pleasure in each hour,<br />and appreciate the people who<br />bring love and light to everyone<br />who is blessed to know them.<br />You are one of those people.<br />On Thanksgiving,<br />I’m thankful for you.<br />Happy Thanksgiving!<br /><br />By Joanna Fuchs<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/TNsDTOEii4s&hl=en_US&fs=1&"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/TNsDTOEii4s&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-19954396832617387342009-11-17T20:28:00.000-08:002009-11-19T00:59:27.729-08:00I Believe In You Because You're Family<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SwOBpDlCD4I/AAAAAAAAAZI/p9fe2y0KWSU/s1600/bored.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 289px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SwOBpDlCD4I/AAAAAAAAAZI/p9fe2y0KWSU/s320/bored.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5405306520109977474" border="0" /></a><br />Hello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. Do you feel like this sometimes? Does it feel like you have the weight the world on your shoulders? You are not alone. We all have days when we feel like it's just not worth it.<br /><br />I'm here to tell you that it is going to be alright. Whatever you are going through I have complete confidence that you will see it through. This is my personal endorsement in you.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">I am proud of who you are. You make this world a better place. You have the amazing ability to make the people around you better. I cannot even express how much I am in awe of what you stand for. Thank you for making my existence that much better.</span><br /><br />This message goes out to whom ever reads it. We may not have met in person but we are connected and I consider you family. And family should always looks out for each other. Have a good day. I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate you. Many blessings, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br />P.S. If you allow yourself to feel good, this is what you will look like.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SwOCBRpGqdI/AAAAAAAAAZQ/wRK9yqP1Aw0/s1600/leigha"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SwOCBRpGqdI/AAAAAAAAAZQ/wRK9yqP1Aw0/s320/leigha" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5405306936202013138" border="0" /></a>(My niece Leigha-Marie. Isn't she a cutie?)<br /></div>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-25097874648597259342009-11-06T07:56:00.000-08:002009-11-06T08:04:08.634-08:00Make Your Actions Reflect Your Words - The Girl Who Silenced The World For 5 MinutesHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. This video needs no explanation. The message is clear and concise and from the heart of a child. Many Blessings and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/TQmz6Rbpnu0&hl=en&fs=1&"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/TQmz6Rbpnu0&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-23697134623320924112009-10-30T12:49:00.000-07:002009-10-30T13:00:20.128-07:00The Battle Between The Two Wolves In Us AllHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. Here's a short story about nurturing the right thoughts. We all have a choice. Which will you choose? Many Blessings, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">This is probably the best I have ever heard life explained!</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SutD_gg6CXI/AAAAAAAAAVY/pU60hJ5mGF4/s1600-h/wolves"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 260px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SutD_gg6CXI/AAAAAAAAAVY/pU60hJ5mGF4/s320/wolves" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5398483336672446834" border="0" /></a>One evening an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people.<br />He said, "My son, the battle is between two wolves inside us all.<br /><br />"One is Evil - It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.<br /><br />"The other is Good - It is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith."<br /><br />The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather: "Which wolf wins?"<br /><br />The old Cherokee simply replied, "The one you feed."Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-20529677868000145482009-10-16T10:33:00.000-07:002009-10-16T11:30:21.751-07:00Can You Achieve 101% - I Have The SecretHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. My <a href="http://inourownwords.blogspot.com/2008/06/happy-fathers-day.html">Dad</a> sent me this email the other day. This is a good one for all you mathematicians that need hardcore numbers to prove the reality or existence of a question.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/Sti5mIhPnII/AAAAAAAAAUI/Nhr8IQf_29k/s1600-h/attitude.png"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 238px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/Sti5mIhPnII/AAAAAAAAAUI/Nhr8IQf_29k/s320/attitude.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5393264618549255298" border="0" /></a>The question: Can someone give 101%? We have all heard of athletes saying that they gave 110%. But is that possible? Isn't 100% the absolute best one can do?<br /><br />It turns out that it is indeed possible to give more than 100%. The following equations prove it. There is only one way to give more than 100% and when you discover what it is, there will be no limits to what you cam accomplish.<br /><br />After reading this you will have the secret. The next move is yours. Many Blessings, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br />1 x 8 + 1 = 9<br /><br />12 x 8 + 2 = 98<br /><br />123 x 8 + 3 = 987<br /><br />1234 x 8 + 4 = 9876<br /><br />12345 x 8 + 5 = 98765<br /><br />123456 x 8 + 6 = 987654<br /><br />1234567 x 8 + 7 = 9876543<br /><br />12345678 x 8 + 8 = 98765432<br /><br />123456789 x 8 + 9 = 987654321<br /><br /><br />1 x 9 + 2 = 11<br /><br />12 x 9 + 3 = 111<br /><br />123 x 9 + 4 = 1111<br /><br />1234 x 9 + 5 = 11111<br /><br />12345 x 9 + 6 = 111111<br /><br />123456 x 9 + 7 = 1111111<br /><br />1234567 x 9 + 8 = 11111111<br /><br />12345678 x 9 + 9 = 111111111<br /><br />123456789 x 9 +10= 1111111111<br /><br /><br />9 x 9 + 7 = 88<br /><br />98 x 9 + 6 = 888<br /><br />987 x 9 + 5 = 8888<br /><br />9876 x 9 + 4 = 88888<br /><br />98765 x 9 + 3 = 888888<br /><br />987654 x 9 + 2 = 8888888<br /><br />9876543 x 9 + 1 = 88888888<br /><br />98765432 x 9 + 0 = 888888888<br /><br />Brilliant, isn't it?<br /><br />And look at this symmetry:<br /><br />1 x 1 = 1<br /><br />11 x 11 = 121<br /><br />111 x 111 = 12321<br /><br />1111 x 1111 = 1234321<br /><br />11111 x 11111 = 123454321<br /><br />111111 x 111111 = 12345654321<br /><br />1111111 x 1111111 = 1234567654321<br /><br />11111111 x 11111111 = 123456787654321<br /><br />111111111 x 111111111 = 12345678987654321<br /><br />Mind Boggling...<br /><br />Now, take a look at this...<br /><br />101%<br /><br />From a strictly mathematical viewpoint:<br />What Equals 100%?<br /><br />What does it mean to give MORE than 100%?<br /><br />Ever wonder about those people who say they are giving more than 100%?<br /><br />We have all been in situations where someone wants you to GIVE OVER 100%.<br /><br />How about ACHIEVING 101%?<br /><br />What equals 100% in life?<br /><br />Here's a little mathematical formula that might help answer these questions:<br /><br />If:<br />A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z<br /><br />Is represented as:<br /><br />1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26.<br /><br />Then:<br /><br />H-A-R-D-W-O- R- K<br />8+1+18+4+23+15+18+11 = 98%<br /><br />And:<br /><br />K-N-O-W-L-E- D-G-E<br />11+14+15+23+12+5+4+7+ 5 = 96%<br /><br />But:<br /><br />A-T-T-I-T-U-D-E<br />1+20+20+9+20+ 21+4+5 = 100%<br /><br />THEN, look how far the love of God will take you:<br /><br />L-O-V-E -O-F- G-O-D<br />12+15+22+5+15+ 6+7+15+4 = 101%<br /><br />Therefore, one can conclude with mathematical certainty that:<br /><br />While <span style="font-style: italic;">Hard Work</span> and <span style="font-style: italic;">Knowledge</span> will get you close, and <span style="font-style: italic;">Attitude</span> will<br />get you there. It's the <span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">*Love of God*</span> that will put you over the top!<br /><br /><br /><pre><br /></pre>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-90874280254406250142009-10-08T10:14:00.000-07:002009-10-08T11:23:48.454-07:00A Soldiers Wish: A Home For His Best Friend<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/Ss4p5nJURSI/AAAAAAAAASY/Exb1STvSwWE/s1600-h/diesel"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/Ss4p5nJURSI/AAAAAAAAASY/Exb1STvSwWE/s320/diesel" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390291873746404642" border="0" /></a>Hello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. My girlfriend has two huge Great Danes Tank and Diesel(The Boys). When I say huge. I mean huge. I am 6' 2" and when standing next to me, they are at my waist. They weigh about 200 pounds each and have the equivalent of that in love to give.<br /><br />Danes are one of the most loyal breeds that one can own. I was reading a book that said that their main goal is to please their owner. It also said that they are very protective yet gentle with children. Nothing could be truer.<br /><br />This past weekend Gretchen(my girlfriend) had some of her childhood friends visit and they brought their son along for the trip. They have been friends since kindergarten and when they get together it's as if they are little girls again. That in itself is a blessing. <br /><br /><a href="http://family.go.com/gapcastingcall/entries/mgrube314/636061986/">Austin</a> is the cutest little boy ever. He already has so much personality. We're hoping he will be the new face for <a href="http://family.go.com/gapcastingcall/entries/mgrube314/636061986/">Baby Gap</a>. The Boys were like little kids around Austin, especially Diesel. He loves children. They were like two peas in a pod. He was so patient with Austin. He would let him climb all over his back never making a fuss. Diesel was just happy to be playing.<br /><br />Gretchen emailed me the following story. It has special meaning to her as you will see why when you get to the end. It's a bit of a tear jerker, but the message behind it definitely hits home.<br /><br />Enjoy the following story. Be sure to tell the ones you love whether human or animal how much they mean to you on a daily basis. You never want to have regrets that you wish you had one more chance to say I love you.<br /><br />Many Blessings, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/Ss4n8EgrzuI/AAAAAAAAASA/jGXFGYP5YQM/s1600-h/tank+and+d"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/Ss4n8EgrzuI/AAAAAAAAASA/jGXFGYP5YQM/s320/tank+and+d" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390289716965527266" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/Ss4ow42U2eI/AAAAAAAAASI/ZFvFqv2dv8k/s1600-h/t+%26+d"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/Ss4ow42U2eI/AAAAAAAAASI/ZFvFqv2dv8k/s320/t+%26+d" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390290624368138722" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/Ss4pUAPJv9I/AAAAAAAAASQ/JGqehAPY3HY/s1600-h/tank"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/Ss4pUAPJv9I/AAAAAAAAASQ/JGqehAPY3HY/s320/tank" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390291227646738386" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />They told me the big black Lab's name was Reggie<br />as I looked at him lying in his pen. the shelter was<br />clean, no-kill, and the people really friendly.<br />I'd only been in the area for six months, but everywhere<br />I went in the small college town, people were welcoming and<br />open. Everyone waves when you pass them on the<br />street.<br /><br />But something was still missing as I attempted to<br />settle in to my new life here, and I thought a dog<br />couldn't hurt. Give me someone to talk to.<br />And I had just seen Reggie's advertisement on the local<br />news.. The shelter said they had received numerous<br />calls right after, but they said the people who had come<br />down to see him just didn't look like "Lab<br />people," whatever that meant. They must've<br />thought I did.<br /><br />But at first, I thought the shelter had misjudged me<br />in giving me Reggie and his things, which consisted of a dog<br />pad, bag of toys almost all of which were brand new tennis<br />balls, his dishes, and a sealed letter from his previous<br />owner. See, Reggie and I didn't really hit it off<br />when we got home. We struggled for two weeks (which is<br />how long the shelter told me to give him to adjust to his<br />new home). Maybe it was the fact that I was trying to<br />adjust, too. Maybe we were too much alike.<br /><br />For some reason, his stuff (except for the tennis<br />balls - he wouldn't go anywhere without two stuffed in<br />his mouth) got tossed in with all of my other unpacked<br />boxes. I guess I didn't really think he'd need<br />all his old stuff, that I'd get him new things once he<br />settled in. but it became pretty clear pretty soon<br />that he wasn't going to.<br /><br />I tried the normal commands the shelter told me he<br />knew, ones like "sit" and "stay" and<br />"come" and "heel," and he'd follow<br />them - when he felt like it. He never really seemed to<br />listen when I called his name - sure, he'd look in my<br />direction after the fourth of fifth time I said it, but then<br />he'd just go back to doing whatever. When I'd<br />ask again, you could almost see him sigh and then grudgingly<br />obey.<br /><br />This just wasn't going to work. He chewed a<br />couple shoes and some unpacked boxes. I was a little<br />too stern with him and he resented it, I could tell.<br />The friction got so bad that I couldn't wait for the two<br />weeks to be up, and when it was, I was in full-on search<br />mode for my cell phone amid all of my unpacked stuff. I<br />remembered leaving it on the stack of boxes for the guest<br />room, but I also mumbled, rather cynically, that the<br />"dog probably hid it on me."<br /><br />Finally I found it, but before I could punch up the<br />shelter's number, I also found his pad and other toys<br />from the shelter.. I tossed the pad in Reggie's<br />direction and he snuffed it and wagged, some of the most<br />enthusiasm I'd seen since bringing him home. But<br />then I called, "Hey, Reggie, you like that? Come<br />here and I'll give you a treat." Instead, he<br />sort of glanced in my direction - maybe "glared"<br />is more accurate - and then gave a discontented sigh and<br />flopped down. With his back to me.<br /><br />Well, that's not going to do it either, I<br />thought. And I punched the shelter phone number.<br /><br />But I hung up when I saw the sealed envelope. I<br />had completely forgotten about that, too.. "Okay,<br />Reggie," I said out loud, "let's see if<br />your previous owner has any advice.".........<br /><br />To<br />Whoever Gets My Dog:<br />Well, I can't say that I'm<br />happy you're reading this, a letter I told the shelter<br />could only be opened by Reggie's new owner.<br />I'm not even happy writing it. If you're<br />reading this, it means I just got back from my last car ride<br />with my Lab after dropping him off at the shelter. He<br />knew something was different. I have packed up his pad<br />and toys before and set them by the back door before a trip,<br />but this time... it's like he knew something was<br />wrong. And something is wrong... which is why I have<br />to go to try to make it right.<br /><br />So let me tell you about my Lab in<br />the hopes that it will help you bond with him and he with<br />you.<br /><br />First, he loves tennis balls.<br />the more the merrier. Sometimes I think he's part<br />squirrel, the way he hordes them. He usually always<br />has two in his mouth, and he tries to get a third in<br />there. Hasn't done it yet. Doesn't<br />matter where you throw them, he'll bound after it, so be<br />careful - really don't do it by any roads. I made<br />that mistake once, and it almost cost him<br />dearly.<br /><br />Next, commands. Maybe the<br />shelter staff already told you, but I'll go over them<br />again: Reggie knows the obvious ones -<br />"sit," "stay," "come,"<br />"heel." He knows hand signals:<br />"back" to turn around and go back when you put<br />your hand straight up; and "over" if you put your<br />hand out right or left. "Shake" for shaking<br />water off, and "paw" for a high-five. He<br />does "down" when he feels like lying down - I bet<br />you could work on that with him some more. He knows<br />"ball" and "food" and "bone"<br />and "treat" like nobody's<br />business.<br /><br />I trained Reggie with small food<br />treats. Nothing opens his ears like little pieces of<br />hot dog.<br /><br />Feeding schedule: twice a<br />day, once about seven in the morning, and again at six in<br />the evening. Regular store-bought stuff; the shelter<br />has the brand.<br /><br />He's up on his shots.<br />Call the clinic on 9th Street and update his info with<br />yours; they'll make sure to send you reminders for when<br />he's due. Be forewarned: Reggie hates the<br />vet. Good luck getting him in the car - I don't<br />know how he knows when it's time to go to the vet, but<br />he knows.<br /><br />Finally, give him some time.<br />I've never been married, so it's only been Reggie<br />and me for his whole life. He's gone everywhere<br />with me, so please include him on your daily car rides if<br />you can. He sits well in the backseat, and he<br />doesn't bark or complain. He just loves to be<br />around people, and me most especially.<br /><br />Which means that this transition is<br />going to be hard, with him going to live with someone<br />new.<br /><br />And that's why I need to share<br />one more bit of info with you.....<br /><br />His name's not<br />Reggie.<br /><br />I don't know what made me do<br />it, but when I dropped him off at the shelter, I told them<br />his name was Reggie. He's a smart dog, he'll<br />get used to it and will respond to it, of that I have no<br />doubt. but I just couldn't bear to give them his<br />real name. For me to do that, it seemed so final, that<br />handing him over to the shelter was as good as me admitting<br />that I'd never see him again. And if I end up<br />coming back, getting him, and tearing up this letter, it<br />means everything's fine. But if someone else is<br />reading it, well... well it means that his new owner should<br />know his real name. It'll help you bond with<br />him. Who knows, maybe you'll even notice a change<br />in his demeanor if he's been giving you<br />problems.<br /><br />His real name is Tank.<br /><br />Because that is what I<br />drive.<br /><br />Again, if you're reading this<br />and you're from the area, maybe my name has been on the<br />news. I told the shelter that they couldn't make<br />"Reggie" available for adoption until they<br />received word from my company commander. See, my<br />parents are gone, I have no siblings, no one I could've<br />left Tank with... and it was my only real request of the<br />Army upon my deployment to Iraq , that they make one phone<br />call the shelter... in the "event"... to tell<br />them that Tank could be put up for adoption. Luckily,<br />my colonel is a dog guy, too, and he knew where my platoon<br />was headed. He said he'd do it<br />personally. And if you're reading this, then<br />he made good on his word.<br /><br />Well, this letter is getting to<br />downright depressing, even though, frankly, I'm just<br />writing it for my dog. I couldn't imagine if I was<br />writing it for a wife and kids and family. but still,<br />Tank has been my family for the last six years, almost as<br />long as the Army has been my family.<br /><br />And now I hope and pray that you<br />make him part of your family and that he will adjust and<br />come to love you the same way he loved me.<br /><br />That unconditional love from a dog<br />is what I took with me to Iraq as an inspiration to do<br />something selfless, to protect innocent people from those<br />who would do terrible things... and to keep those terrible<br />people from coming over here. If I had to give up Tank<br />in order to do it, I am glad to have done so. He was<br />my example of service and of love. I hope I honored<br />him by my service to my country and comrades.<br /><br />All right, that's enough.<br />I deploy this evening and have to drop this letter off at<br />the shelter. I don't think I'll say another<br />good-bye to Tank, though. I cried too much the first<br />time. Maybe I'll peek in on him and see if he<br />finally got that third tennis ball in his<br />mouth.<br /><br />Good luck with Tank. Give him<br />a good home, and give him an extra kiss goodnight - every<br />night - from me.<br /><br />Thank you, Paul<br />Mallory<br /><br />________<br /><br />I folded<br />the letter and slipped it back in the envelope. Sure I<br />had heard of Paul Mallory, everyone in town knew him, even<br />new people like me. Local kid, killed in Iraq a few<br />months ago and posthumously earning the Silver Star when he<br />gave his life to save three buddies. Flags had been at<br />half-mast all summer.<br /><br />I leaned forward in my chair and rested my elbows on<br />my knees, staring at the dog.<br /><br />"Hey, Tank," I said quietly.<br /><br />The dog's head whipped up, his ears cocked and his<br />eyes bright.<br /><br />"C'mere boy."<br /><br />He was instantly on his feet, his nails clicking on<br />the hardwood floor. He sat in front of me, his head<br />tilted, searching for the name he hadn't heard in<br />months.<br /><br />"Tank," I whispered.<br /><br />His tail swished.<br /><br />I kept whispering his name, over and over, and each<br />time, his ears lowered, his eyes softened, and his posture<br />relaxed as a wave of contentment just seemed to flood<br />him. I stroked his ears, rubbed his shoulders, buried<br />my face into his scruff and hugged him.<br /><br />"It's me now, Tank, just you and me.<br />Your old pal gave you to me." Tank reached up and<br />licked my cheek. "So whatdaya say we play some<br />ball? His ears perked again.<br />"Yeah? Ball? You like that?<br />Ball?" Tank tore from my hands and<br />disappeared in the next room.<br /><br />And when he came back, he had three tennis ballsDexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-609587151737408722009-10-03T21:38:00.000-07:002009-10-03T21:56:43.720-07:00Let The Children Sing - Singing TwinsHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. These two boys are excellent and are on their way to stardom. What I love about them is the passion that comes through there voices. You get a true sense that they believe what they are singing. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SsgqeXPQYTI/AAAAAAAAAPM/BGL5T4iVpy0/s1600-h/cartoon-kids5.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 246px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SsgqeXPQYTI/AAAAAAAAAPM/BGL5T4iVpy0/s320/cartoon-kids5.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5388603655271244082" /></a><br />Children do everything with passion and newness. Just about every moment is new for them so they don't take anything for granted. We should all have the mindset of a child. <br /><br />Explore everything as if it were new. Don't be afraid to fall down. A baby always gets up when they fall as they are learning to walk. They never give up. Laugh as much as possible. Laugh until it hurts. We should never forget what it is like smile at the simple things in life.<br /><br />Enjoy the video. I'm sure we will be hearing more from these guys. I'm looking forward to it. Many blessings, and thanks for listening. <br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/5vQZcsmYepM&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/5vQZcsmYepM&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-55175030310365644962009-09-28T16:44:00.000-07:002009-09-28T17:06:39.642-07:00Don't Treasure The Cup...Treasure The CoffeeHello Friends,<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SsFPSNbc0eI/AAAAAAAAAM4/m6Vlb3jmlbE/s1600-h/coffee-mug-cabinet.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 220px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SsFPSNbc0eI/AAAAAAAAAM4/m6Vlb3jmlbE/s320/coffee-mug-cabinet.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5386673803572859362" /></a><br /><br />Hope all is well. I came across this video from the good people at <a href="http://spiritual-short-stories.com">Spiritual-Short-Stories.com</a>. What a reminder of where our priorities should lie. I don't want to spoil the story so I'll just sit back and let you push play. Enjoy and be sure to share this very real message. Everyone will be better off for it.<br /><br />Many Blessings, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD! <br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/AE2psbtQksA&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/AE2psbtQksA&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://aclass1822.mmiracle.hop.clickbank.net" target="_blank">Discover 11 powerful daily processes to turn yourself into a manifestation magnet!</a>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-91673192600048578842009-09-23T08:49:00.000-07:002009-09-23T09:26:33.678-07:00Are You Up For A Challenge? - Finish The Last 100 Days Of 2009 With A Bang!Hello Friends.<br /><br />Hope all is well. Are You Up For a Challenge? It's been a fast, challenging and for some a painful year. Some have struggled with debt. Some have become fearful of the current economic crisis, and as a result become paralyzed by the pace of change. I've come across a great way for you to take control of your future and finish the year off with a bang.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrpLY2K9STI/AAAAAAAAAMA/kO2Yp_e0PY8/s1600-h/goals.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrpLY2K9STI/AAAAAAAAAMA/kO2Yp_e0PY8/s320/goals.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384699194705266994" /></a><br /><br />Today, September 23rd is an important date as it marks the 100 day countdown of 2009. With that in mind, I want to throw down a challenge, I want to provide you with an opportunity to redeem yourself and turn things around for the better and I mean much better. <br /><br />You see, one thing we all have in common is that we all love a challenge! For some it could be a goal that puts you to the test, an obstacle that says you can't beat me, a belief system that is begging for a breakthrough, or even a mountain that just dares you to climb it. Whatever it is, you’re attitude should be BRING IT ON, as there's nothing quite like a good old fashioned challenge to see what you're made, to push the boundaries and tests your limits as it is ONLY when we overcome these trials that we get to reap the sweetest rewards. <br /><br />Gary Ryan Blair, otherwise know as The Goals Guy has put together what I believe to be the most comprehensive approach to goal setting and performance enhancement. Gary has been working with executives and employees at Coca-Cola, American Express, IBM, Starbucks, Time Warner, Disney, and many more teaching them exactly how set and reach their goals - if he can do it for them, he can do it for you. Many of the top leaders in just about every field call on Gary when trying to develop and execute on certain goals. It is so much easier when you know HOW to create a workable plan, and can create accountability and that is where he excels. <br /><br />Back to your goals and the challenge. Gary has created a powerful program that will show you how to make maximum performance gains in the shortest time possible. It is very effective and very affordable. I think it is a no brainer. If are serious about making changes and finishing the year strong then you simply must check out this program. <br /><br />It's called the 100 Day Finish Strong Challenge and it begins today September 23rd, which just so happens to be the final 100 days of the year. Learn more here: <a href="http://tinyurl.com/18qdk7">http://tinyurl.com/l8qdk7</a> It is a downloadable video and audio program where Gary literally coaches you towards achieving your goals -- the RIGHT WAY! <br /><br />I recommend the program, I recommend that you download the Special Report, and more importantly I recommend Gary. So make sure to go to: 100 Day Finish Strong Challenge at <a href="http://tinyurl.com/18qdk7">http://tinyurl.com/l8qdk7</a>, and put yourself and your family in the best possible position. Make sure to watch this video and start creating the existence you deserve. Many Blessings, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br /><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=9,0,0,0" width="410" height="235"><br /><param name="movie" target="_blank" value="http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/banners/sffs2010-startfast-400x225-play.swf?actionURL=http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/tgg.php?id=1034808_2_1_89"><br /><param name=quality value=high><br /><embed src="http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/banners/sffs2010-startfast-400x225-play.swf?actionURL=http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/tgg.php?id=1034808_2_1_89" quality=high pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/shockwave/download/index.cgi?P1_Prod_Version=ShockwaveFlash" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="410" height="235"><br /></embed></object>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-68405523808379396482009-09-21T16:36:00.000-07:002009-09-21T17:35:59.208-07:00Feeling Good With Man's Best FriendHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. Here are a couple of my buddies that will definitely make you feel good. I feel that we should be always trying to find ways to feel good. Feeling good keeps you in a positive mood. And from a positive mood, we are able to create anything.<br /><br />I encourage you to make an effort to seek those things that have positive impact on yourself and those around you. The best way to feel good is to follow your bliss. When you are doing the <span style="font-style:italic;">thing</span> you love, you move effortlessly with the flow of the Universe.<br /><br />Enjoy the pictures that follow. They made me smile. I hope they have the same effect on you. Many Blessings, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgR79mrCtI/AAAAAAAAALo/dk0dipIcNxc/s1600-h/paw+prints"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 42px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgR79mrCtI/AAAAAAAAALo/dk0dipIcNxc/s320/paw+prints" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384073076368149202" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgRGL8yIFI/AAAAAAAAALg/yMnXgxHGJfU/s1600-h/black+dog"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 251px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgRGL8yIFI/AAAAAAAAALg/yMnXgxHGJfU/s320/black+dog" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384072152506048594" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgQ99f-9wI/AAAAAAAAALY/FEHw2pynzR0/s1600-h/red+dog"><img style="display:block; 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height: 238px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgQqzE_ssI/AAAAAAAAALI/hX-UcsSK0tA/s320/stuck+dogs" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384071681973138114" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgQh_MNX8I/AAAAAAAAALA/C_gm1Ah3w9Q/s1600-h/annoying+dog"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgQh_MNX8I/AAAAAAAAALA/C_gm1Ah3w9Q/s320/annoying+dog" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384071530605797314" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgQVUbE4TI/AAAAAAAAAK4/iW-mNEg3ppo/s1600-h/shy+dog"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 212px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgQVUbE4TI/AAAAAAAAAK4/iW-mNEg3ppo/s320/shy+dog" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384071312967000370" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgQLeiJT7I/AAAAAAAAAKw/xMVwDgI50aY/s1600-h/friendly+dogs"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 227px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgQLeiJT7I/AAAAAAAAAKw/xMVwDgI50aY/s320/friendly+dogs" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384071143882313650" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgQA8k3GlI/AAAAAAAAAKo/_xkXSABzguQ/s1600-h/silly+dog"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 212px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgQA8k3GlI/AAAAAAAAAKo/_xkXSABzguQ/s320/silly+dog" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384070962968205906" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrgP4Bo58YI/AAAAAAAAAKg/r5cw2YXMVjw/s1600-h/airbourne+dog"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; 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ARE YOU READY? - 9/23/09<br />Grab your free report and find out...<br /><br />• How to experience greater freedom<br />• How to finish the year with a bang<br />• 3 things you must avoid doing!<br /><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=9,0,0,0" width="410" height="235"><br /><param name="movie" target="_blank" value="http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/banners/sffs2010-cartoon-400x225-play.swf?actionURL=http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/tgg.php?id=1034808_2_1_91"><br /><param name=quality value=high><br /><embed src="http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/banners/sffs2010-cartoon-400x225-play.swf?actionURL=http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/tgg.php?id=1034808_2_1_91" quality=high pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/shockwave/download/index.cgi?P1_Prod_Version=ShockwaveFlash" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="410" height="235"><br /></embed></object>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-28890543490595791762009-09-18T11:27:00.000-07:002009-09-18T12:03:51.941-07:00Reflection: Embracing What Is And What Will BeHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. I received this note from one of my college friends. I haven't seen Mariam in years but we have connected again through Facebook and for that I am very thankful. <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrPY2IV7_cI/AAAAAAAAAJA/Zl7tScRbHvY/s1600-h/reflection-main.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 231px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrPY2IV7_cI/AAAAAAAAAJA/Zl7tScRbHvY/s320/reflection-main.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382884404101905858" /></a><br /><br />Mariam has always been full of energy and attracted people to her. I can't remember too many times when she wasn't smiling and making the people around her laugh. It was clear that people liked to be around her.<br /><br />As I have gotten reacquainted with her through the Internet, I see that nothing has changed. She always has something positive to share and those who read her posts are better for it. <br /><br />Enjoy the following from Mariam. I view it as a challenge to focus on what will be rather than "what is". Many times we focus on our present situation and only see the negative. As we stress about it, more of the same begins to show up. Soon it seems as though nothing ever goes right.<br /><br />Dr. Wayne Dyer said that <span style="font-style:italic;">if you change the way you look at thing, the things you look at change</span>. Another words, think about how each situation will make you better. Focus on what could be if you were able to overcome your challenges. This focus will drive you to accomplish anything you put your heart into.<br /><br />Embrace what is and understand that it will come to pass. How you approach your challenges will determine the outcome. Will you run and hide? Will you sit and complain? Or will you say, "nothing is going to stop me today as I bust down these barriers."<br /><br />Have fun creating your existence. It's all about how we react to the situations dealt to us. Be a Warrior of the Light(Look up Paulo Coelho) and enjoy all that the Universe has for you. Many blessings, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD! <br /><br />Thanks Mariam.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Reflection</span><br />It's funny how God allows us to experience things which we rarely understand in the moment. We may feel abandoned, betrayed, hurt, or otherwise. Then, later...much later, we come to a realization about the beauty of the lesson learned amidst our shortsighted frustration. I truly feel blessed that I, not unlike many of my friends, have learned so many life lessons that have made me stronger and wiser. After all, we are the sum of our experiences. Think of it like this...<br /><br />If you didn't...<br />... lose the fight...you wouldn't have had the joy of winning the war<br />...break up...you might have been either in jail or in an unfortunate predicament<br />... test the waters...you might have drowned<br />...get an F...you might not have been able to retake the class and get an A<br />...flunk ...you wouldn't have been so tenacious about your recovery<br />...get dumped...you might have married you know who<br />...lose your job...you would have never found the job of your dreams<br />...live in unfortunate circumstances...you wouldn't appreciate the magnitude of your current blessings<br />...get pregnant...that beautiful child would have never been<br />...have that accident...what the doctors found could not have been treated<br />...acquire credit card debt in college...you might not have made the adjustments to assure a better credit score as an adult...a REAL adult<br />...catch you know who doing you know what...you would still be oblivious to his/her madness<br />...run that day...you might not be alive to read this<br />... stand up for yourself that day...they would still be taking you for granted<br />... taste it...you might have gone along thinking that something that was actually nasty was sweet<br />...lose that friend...you might not be as able to appreciate the ones you hold dear<br />...endure that situation...you wouldn't be able to empathize with the victims<br />...leave home...you wouldn't appreciate what you had when you were there<br />... let go...you might still be holding on to a walking nightmare<br /><br />Most of you know I'm pretty focused and my humor is rather dry, so take this for what it is and if you like it add your own...<br /><br />Live, love, laugh,<br />Mariam<br /><br /><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=9,0,0,0" width="410" height="235"><br /><param name="movie" target="_blank" value="http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/banners/sffs2010-5chapters-400x225-play.swf?actionURL=http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/tgg.php?id=1034808_2_1_93"><br /><param name=quality value=high><br /><embed src="http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/banners/sffs2010-5chapters-400x225-play.swf?actionURL=http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/tgg.php?id=1034808_2_1_93" quality=high pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/shockwave/download/index.cgi?P1_Prod_Version=ShockwaveFlash" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="410" height="235"><br /></embed></object><br />DON'T GET STUCK IN A RUT. FINISH THE YEAR STRONG!Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-88268099545744872422009-09-17T08:22:00.000-07:002009-09-17T09:39:35.803-07:00Improving Your Immune System With Acts Of KindnessHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. Here's a short story that reminds us to do something nice for others from time to time. Dr. Wayne Dyer, in his special <a href="http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-9002882253039527684&ei=fl6ySqDjH5TiggLgmpyNAg&q=dr.+wayne+dyer+power+of+intention#">Power Of Intentions</a>, said that the immune system of three parties are improved as a result of helping someone. <br /><br />1.)Your immune system.<br />2.)The receivers immune system. <br />3.)And I think most amazingly, the observers immune system.<br /><br />He used some big medical term which I can't remember right now but the point is, doing good for others affects more than we realize. Sure it makes us feel good. And the whole point is to make the other person feel good. But what I didn't think of, is the people that observe that act of kindness. They too are put into a better mood as a result of just seeing the act.<br /><br />Remember that you never know who might be watching your actions. Your "niceness" may be what someone needs to see to restore their faith in humanity. <a href="http://www.startfastfinishstrong.com">Challenge</a> yourself to do something nice for someone else at least once a day. It doesn't have to be huge. I could be as simple as just saying to a random stranger, "have a good day." It doesn't take much.<br /><br />Enjoy the following story. Find a way to help others, and you will be doing your part to making our world a better place. Have a great day, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD! <br /><br /><br /> <span style="font-weight:bold;">The Sack Lunches</span><br /><br />I put my carry-on in the luggage compartment and sat down in my<br />assigned seat. It was going to be a long flight. 'I'm glad I have a<br />good book to read. Perhaps I will get a short nap,' I thought.<br /><br />Just before take-off, a line of soldiers came down the aisle and<br />filled all the vacant seats, totally surrounding me. I decided to<br />start a conversation. 'Where are you headed?' I asked the soldier seated nearest to me.<br /><br />'Petawawa. We'll be there for two weeks for special training, and then we're being deployed to Afghanistan .<br /><br />After flying for about an hour, an announcement was made that sack lunches were available for five dollars. It would be several hours before we reached the east, and I quickly decided a lunch would help pass the time..<br /><br />As I reached for my wallet, I overheard a soldier ask his buddy if he planned to buy lunch. 'No, that seems like a lot of money for just a sack lunch. Probably wouldn't be worth five bucks. I'll wait till we get to base.'<br /><br />His friend agreed.<br /><br />I looked around at the other soldiers. None were buying lunch. I walked to the back of the plane and handed the flight attendant a fifty dollar bill. 'Take a lunch to all those soldiers.' She grabbed my arms and squeezed tightly. Her eyes wet with tears, she thanked me. 'My son was a soldier in Iraq ; it's almost like you are doing it for him.'<br /><br />Picking up ten sacks, she headed up the aisle to where the soldiers were seated. She stopped at my seat and asked, 'Which do you like best - beef or chicken?'<br /><br />'Chicken,' I replied, wondering why she asked. She turned and went to the front of plane, returning a minute later with a dinner plate from first class. 'This is your thanks.'<br /><br />After we finished eating, I went again to the back of the plane, heading for the rest room. A man stopped me. 'I saw what you did. I want to be part of it. Here, take this.' He handed me twenty-five dollars.<br /><br />Soon after I returned to my seat, I saw the Flight Captain coming down the aisle, looking at the aisle numbers as he walked, I hoped he was not looking for me, but noticed he was looking at the numbers only on my side of the plane. When he got to my row he stopped, smiled, held out his hand, and said, 'I want to shake your hand.'<br /><br />Quickly unfastening my seat belt I stood and took the Captain's hand. With a booming voice he said, 'I was a soldier and I was a military pilot. Once, someone bought me a lunch. It was an act of kindness I never forgot.' I was embarrassed when applause was heard from all of the passengers.<br /><br />Later I walked to the front of the plane so I could stretch my legs. A man who was seated about six rows in front of me reached out his hand, wanting to shake mine. He left another twenty-five dollars in my palm.<br /><br />When we landed I gathered my belongings and started to deplane. Waiting just inside the airplane door was a man who stopped me, put something in my shirt pocket, turned, and walked away without saying a word. Another twenty-five dollars!<br /><br />Upon entering the terminal, I saw the soldiers gathering for their trip to the base. I walked over to them and handed them seventy-five dollars. 'It will take you some time to reach the base. It will be about time for a sandwich. God Bless You.'<br /><br />Ten young men left that flight feeling the love and respect of their fellow travelers. As I walked briskly to my car, I whispered a prayer for their safe return. These soldiers were giving their all for our country. I could only give them a couple of meals.<br /><br />It seemed so little...<br /><br />A veteran is someone who, at one point in his life, wrote a blank check made payable to 'The United States of America ' for an amount of 'up to and including my life.'<br /><br />That is Honor, and there are way too many people in this country who no longer understand it.'<br /><br />May God give you the strength and courage to pass this along to<br />everyone on your email buddy list....<br /><br />I JUST DID<br /><br /><a href="http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/tgg.php?id=1034808_2_1_68" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/banners/sffs41-468x60.gif" width="418" height="60"></a>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-51669321174934098012009-09-16T07:04:00.000-07:002009-09-16T07:52:43.606-07:00My New Blog - Quotes To Live ByHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. This will be a short post. Just wanted to share my new blog with you. It's called <a href="http://quotesweliveby.blogspot.com">Quotes To Live By</a>. <br /><br />Each blog post will have it's own category for that day. For example today's quotes are about <a href="http://quotesweliveby.blogspot.com/2009/09/lend-helping-hand-compassion-quotes.html">compassion</a>. The previous post quotes were about <a href="http://quotesweliveby.blogspot.com/2009/09/peace-be-with-you-peace-quotes.html">peace</a>. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrD6cTQZeiI/AAAAAAAAAIo/uDMMLrQLxOo/s1600-h/page0_2.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 248px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/SrD6cTQZeiI/AAAAAAAAAIo/uDMMLrQLxOo/s320/page0_2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382076918820076066" /></a> <br /><br />The motivation behind this blog is three-fold. <br /><br />First: I just love inspirational quotes and wanted a fresh platform to share them with my readers. When you visit you can focus on the specific subject. There are days when I don't have time to write a full article, but with the "QTLB" blog I can post my five favorite quotes in particular category in no time.<br /><br />Second: I wanted to create an archive of quotes by category or theme. This way when someone ask me for quotes in a specific subject, I will be able to find them easily. <br /><br />Third: Everybody needs a little encouragement from time to time. We need to be compassionate towards others and this is my way of lending a helping hand. I always love when somebody visits and leaves a comment saying, "this is exactly what I needed to hear today." Hopefully that person will be inspired and become stronger as they face their challenges.<br /><br />Thank you for your continued support on this blog and I hope to see you over at <a href="http://quotesweliveby.blogspot.com">Quotes To Live By</a> very soon. Feel free to leave your favorite quotes and share any ideas that you think might be beneficial to others. <br /><br />Many Blessings, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/tgg.php?id=1034808_2_1_73" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/banners/sffs46-468x60.gif" width="418" height="60"></a>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-63910629017549693412009-09-14T08:30:00.000-07:002009-09-14T12:10:36.228-07:00Patrick Henry Hughes Can't See AdversityHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. I came across this video today and was blown away. This video is a few years old but the story and message remains the same. <span style="font-style:italic;">You can do anything you want to despite your circumstances. </span><br /><br />Anytime you feel like you can't go on and you want to give up, remember Patrick. He is living his dream in spite of what has been handed to him. His life is a reminder to us all that if we truly focus we can do anything. <br /><br />I don't want to say to much because the video does a great job of conveying his message. As you watch the video, I want you to think of two things. <br /><br />1.) How can reach my dreams?<br />2.) How can I help someone else reach their dreams?<br /><br />Helping someone else attain their dreams is just as and sometimes a more fulfilling adventure than being selfish and thinking about yourself all the time. <br /><br />Enjoy this video and share it with your friends and family. Remember to always tell those close to you how much they mean to you. And always live life to the fullest.<br /><br />Many blessings, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD! <br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/-qTiYA1WiY8&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/-qTiYA1WiY8&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/tgg.php?id=1034808_2_1_73" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="http://www.goalsguy.com/Affiliate/banners/sffs46-468x60.gif" width="418" height="60"></a>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-68448418262924034242009-08-20T12:08:00.000-07:002009-08-20T12:57:53.640-07:00Success Quotes To Live ByHello Friends,<br /> <br />Hope all is well. Here are a few quotes to keep you motivated as you reach for your goals. Success is a state of mind. One way to keep that frame of mind is to read and surround yourself with successful people.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/So2p-ssqk8I/AAAAAAAAAIA/OwZNzmTa95Q/s1600-h/success_key.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 148px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_p7FiwxFklTw/So2p-ssqk8I/AAAAAAAAAIA/OwZNzmTa95Q/s320/success_key.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372136825138353090" /></a><br /><br />A good tip I received was to start reading the words of the successful. You may not personally have access to these people but you do have access to their books. As you read, their energy will begin to resonate with you. You will begin to have many "aha" moments as my friend Adrienne likes to put it. <br /><br />Even though they are "aha" moments they will feel strangely familiar. This familiarity comes from the fact that we are all connected. We all have access to that inner consciousness that gives us all knowledge. We just need to be still sometimes and just listen. <br /><br />The Universe is not talking to some people and not to others. Certain "gifts" are not given to others while others have to state of lack. Success is out there for everyone no matter the situation. Each of can find a way to use our true talents that lend itself to the lifestyle we desire.<br /><br />Every one has a different definition of success and that is a good thing. We don't all want the same things. We don't all have the same desires. <span style="font-style:italic;">There is more than enough for everyone. </span> <br /><br />Enjoy the short video. Memorize a few of them and say them to yourself throughout your day. This will keep your focused and motivated on your goals while keeping negatives thoughts away.<br /><br />Many blessings on your journey, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/MIDlFDsQyKg&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/MIDlFDsQyKg&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://aclass1822.mmiracle.hop.clickbank.net" target="_blank">Discover the secrets to manifesting miracles!</a>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-48126631124139143322009-07-30T12:15:00.000-07:002009-07-30T12:34:32.428-07:00Gesto De Amor(Gesture Of Love) How Will You Show Love Today?Hello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. Here is a touching video that won an award at the Cannes Film Festival. It is a reminder to think of others and to selflessly give of yourself. Sometimes the simplest "gesto de amor"(gesture of love) resonate the strongest with those we come in contact with. <br /><br />Many blessings and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/YtuIMGJzQ0c&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/YtuIMGJzQ0c&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br /><a href="http://aclass1822.mmiracle.hop.clickbank.net" target="_blank">Discover the secrets to manifesting miracles!</a>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-35519532637529628122009-07-06T18:23:00.000-07:002009-07-06T19:19:35.804-07:00A Few Inspirational Quotes For My FriendsHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. Just wanted share this short video with you. Be encouraged my friends. All your desires are yours if you allow for it and align yourself with what the Universe has for you. <br /><br />Have a great day, and ALWAYS FEEL GOOD!<br /><br /><object width="320" height="265"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/5Jy-vi6nT1E&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/5Jy-vi6nT1E&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="320" height="265"></embed></object><br /><a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/smilesinc">http://www.youtube.com/user/smilesinc<br /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://aclass1822.mmiracle.hop.clickbank.net" target="_blank">Discover the secrets to manifesting miracles!</a>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8323245529688314044.post-51681834848919587532009-06-29T14:48:00.000-07:002009-06-29T20:53:52.263-07:00Attract What You Want: Love Is All You NeedHello Friends,<br /><br />Hope all is well. I was talking to my girlfriend and I was asking her what I should write about. There was a moment of silence and then she said, "why don't you write about love. Everybody <span style="font-style:italic;">loves</span> to read about love". I had to agree.<br /><br />The Beatles wrote a famous song titled "All You Need Is Love" in which they use the word love dozens of times. The hook is simply, "all you need is love, love. Love is all you need." <br /><br />It may be simple but in reality, that's all that is ever really needed. When you love, you have the courage to do anything. When you love your career, you are happy to get to work. When you love your family, you would do anything fro them no matter what it is.<br /><br />Love drives you towards your greatest potential. The most successful and happiest people are the ones who engage in what they love on a continual basis. I've been focusing a lot on Will Smith lately, but you can see from some of my others <a href="http://inourownwords.blogspot.com/2009/06/how-to-have-happy-ending.html">posts</a> that he loves what he does. And it is that love that won't let him settle for anything less than the best.<br /><br />Love is what helps you <a href="http://aclass1822.mmiracle.hop.clickbank.net">manifest the miracles</a> that you want to come into your experience. If you have a deep desire for something let the fuel be the love and the passion for whatever it is. <br /><br />It may seem like an oversimplified explanation of how to <a href="http://aclass1822.7attractor.hop.clickbank.net">attract</a> your desires, but in reality...Love is all you need. <br /><br />Enjoy the following "LOVE" quotes. Keep them in your heart and be sure to share them with your friends and family. As always, thanks for listening, and Always Feel Good! <br /><br />Blessings.<br /><br /><br /><blockquote>A loving heart is the beginning of all knowledge.<br />Thomas Carlyle<br /><br />A very small degree of hope is sufficient to cause the birth of love.<br />Henri B. Stendhal<br /><br />I have found the paradox, that if you love until it hurts, there can be no more hurt, only more love.<br />Mother Teresa<br /><br />Take away love, and our earth is a tomb.<br />Robert Browning<br /><br />In dreams and in love there are no impossibilities.<br />Janos Arnay<br /><br />Love comes from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.<br />Timothy 1:5<br /><br />If you judge people, you have no time to love them.<br />Mother Teresa<br /><br />Do all things with love.<br />Og Mandino </blockquote><br /><br /><a href="http://aclass1822.mmiracle.hop.clickbank.net" target="_blank">Discover 11 powerful daily processes to turn yourself into a manifestation magnet!</a><br /><br />Here's the Beatles performing "All You Need Is Love" live.<br /><br /><object width="320" height="265"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/NzJ2NKp23WU&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/NzJ2NKp23WU&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="320" height="265"></embed></object>Dexter Francoishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04740748860140647097noreply@blogger.com6