In The Last Quarter Of Life

A lot of us are in the last quarter of life and I share without politics, religion, race cards. Just gentle thoughts: You know, time has a way of catching you off-guard about how quickly it travels.It feels like just yesterday that I was young and ready to start adult-life. And in a way it … Continue reading In The Last Quarter Of Life

Dear Time

Dear time…I’m sorry I took you for granted. I should have appreciated you more. I didn’t realize how precious you are.The first smile you gave me. The first dream I dreamt. The first girl I liked. The first tear I shed. You gave me my first everything. And you will give me last as well. … Continue reading Dear Time

Freedom & Happiness

This incident is from the resthouse adjacent to the Kombaru sanctuary in Karnataka.A leopard was chasing the dog. The dog entered the toilet through a window. The toilet was closed from the outside.The leopard entered behind the dog, and both got stuck in the toilet. When the dog saw the leopard, he panicked and quietly … Continue reading Freedom & Happiness

A Succession of Memories

''And one morning we get up... We're thirty, forty, and soon to be fifty...We realize that the years have passed at full speed and that they have left us with a few wrinkles in the corners of our eyes. And the clock continues to tick, at full speed...So we take stock! We think back to … Continue reading A Succession of Memories

Blessings In Disguise

If I’ve learned anything from life, it’s that sometimes, the darkest times can bring us to the brightest places. I’ve learned that the most toxic people can teach us the most important lessons; that our most painful struggles can grant us the most necessary growth; and that the most heart-breaking losses of friendship and love … Continue reading Blessings In Disguise

Hold The Mother, Not The Baby

Hold the mother, not the baby.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣Because the baby’s being taken care of,fed, snuggled, and given all the love in the world by not only the mother,⁣⁣but her partner, grandparents, siblings, cousins, and friends.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣But the mother⁣⁣ may have gaps in her mind from lack of sleep,⁣⁣ she may be mechanical in her motions as … Continue reading Hold The Mother, Not The Baby

The Inspirational Life of Keanu Reeves

This is Matrix movie star Keanu Reeves. He was abandoned by his father at 3 years old and grew up with 3 different stepfathers. He is dyslexic. His dream of becoming a hockey player was shattered by a serious accident. His daughter died at birth. His wife died in a car accident. His best friend, … Continue reading The Inspirational Life of Keanu Reeves

Holding On

I know I have to let go as you get older,but I’m focusing on holding on.Holding on to being your biggest fan and cheerleader.Holding on to the warmth of your smile and the sound of your laughter.Holding on to feeling so deeply, no matter your age.Holding on to how grateful I am to be your … Continue reading Holding On

The Inspirational Story of Rowan Atkinson

Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson) – The story of the man who never gave up on his dreams.Rowan Atkinson was born into a middle-class family and suffered terribly as a child because of his stuttering. He was also teased and bullied at school because of his looks. His bullies thought he looked like an alien. He … Continue reading The Inspirational Story of Rowan Atkinson

Never Too Old

A great reminder 💜:At age 23, Tina Fey was working at a YMCA.At age 23, Oprah was fired from her first reporting job.At age 24, Stephen King was working as a janitor and living in a trailer.At age 27, Vincent Van Gogh failed as a missionary and decided to go to art school.At age 28, … Continue reading Never Too Old

The Cockroach Theory for Self-Development

At a restaurant, a cockroach suddenly flew from somewhere and sat on a lady. She started screaming out of fear. With a panic-stricken face and trembling voice, she started jumping, with both her hands desperately trying to get rid of the cockroach. Her reaction was contagious, as everyone in her group also got panicky. The … Continue reading The Cockroach Theory for Self-Development