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Cherish What You Have in Life

In life, we should not be taking things for granted. A person’s life may NEVER EVER be a perfect one. Take a good look around us. We will come to discover that we the fortunate ones, are far more fortunate than those who are either handicapped or in need of some kind of aid. As such, even though we may not get the things that you desire now, do not despair because we may get it in future.

In fact, can we differentiate between the two words ‘want’ and ‘need’? Both of them may seem quite similar in words, but are totally different in meanings. The word ‘want’ states that the object is granted to a person WITHOUT any real need. However, the word ‘need’ states that something is required to complete his tasks. We need to be clear of the two words that you include in your sentence.

Now, let me relate one of my life experiences which I have encountered. It was an extremely painful one because I lost one of my dearest family member, my grandpa. The fond memories that we had gone through together, really made me want to cry. He was indeed, a caring, loving and selfless grandpa. He always put others before self, no matter what the circumstances were.

He was also an easy-going grandpa as well because anything we said suited him, and he never had any complaints on the decisions we made. The best was that he only wanted to give, be it cooking, doing household chores, waking up early to buy us our favourite breakfast, fried bee hoon. We often tried many times asking him not to tire himself waking too early to buy us food but to no avail. He did it without even complaining. I, as well as my younger brother, thought that we should have packed our own food but not our 80-year-old grandpa. I guess he did all these things out of love.

The thought of having him to cook for us just made me feel upset. Normally he should be the one waiting to be served, however it was the reverse in our case. He would almost always prepare us our favourite food, kampong chicken. Coincidentally, it was also one of his specialties. Without fail, he would leave the best food for us. For instance, he knew that we loved drumsticks, so he would separate the drumsticks from the rest. What hurts me so much was that he willingly ate the lean chicken meat and, sometimes, even the bone parts. He just wouldn’t have the drumsticks in spite of our insistence.

Just two months ago, doctors discovered that he had suffered a heart attack. In addition, most of his other organs were not functioning properly as well. I felt so shocked and sad as I learnt the news. I thought that he was fine during the past few months and nothing really bothered him. Neither did I realize that the illness had already been troubling grandpa for a long time. By the time I knew it, it was too late. He was lying on the deathbed helpless. At that moment, we could really do nothing, as much as we want to deny it, his time was nearly up. All I could do was to wish that his pain and sufferings would end quickly. There was an air of solemnity as the doctor walked in as our family members all listened in agony. Sadly, the doctor confirmed and certified that my grandpa was dead soon after. My mind suddenly became blank. How sad with grief was I to hear that. That was the last thing that we wanted to hear.

From that fateful day onwards, life would NEVER be the same again. It seems like in a split of a second, 15 wonderful years had just gone by just like that. Still etched in my mind were the times that I had spent with my dear grandpa. However, life has still got to carry on. How I wished if I could turn back time.

No one would ever replace my grandpa. NEVER EVER will.

Vince
Singapore
09 Dec 2006
www.vincraineyble.blogspot.com

10 Inspirational Quotes that will Improve Yourself

It usually takes a small coffee, or more than likely a few rounds of beer or any type of drink you can get your hands on, before it comes to kicking back after a tough day's work.

Well, yeah I'm blameworthy about that one as well, unless I'm caught sporting a lampshade on my head following a few rounds of vodka virtually naked! All right, bad example and I apologize to one and all checking this after suffering nightmares about me in that condition of a drunken haze .

Please don't ask how it happened, ok?

But what's very intriguing is that how do people go about the same part of living when faced by artery-popping pressure? I mean to say, the new age idea like Zen or Yoga is one of the better philosophies and it really does work.
Is there space for the cerebral side of persons who can truly smell the roses-in-a-can whilst on the go? It kind of had me believing that there surely must be something in the 'mind-over-matter' idea.

Humor is certainly the best medicine there is wherever you are. I mean to say, anyone can pay top money to lend an ear to a clown, only to have you wet your knickers after chuckling so much. Mindful of what's been taking place, and to those who have suffered the nightmare, it's more beneficial to laugh and confront the troubles with a clear mind than rage with an unclear perception.

One of my favorite celebrities of all time may to be Woody Allen. Now Woody is one guy who gives you the in-your-face bluntness that he pulls out instinctively and with enthusiasm, apparantly not even appearing to try. You can chat about almost anything with a man, and he's guaranteed to make fun of the topic and you'll end up laughing as opposed to being than upset about it.

Woody Allen has this comment to say:
1. "Cash is more preferable than poverty, if just for economic reasons." It sounds ok to me, I mean the viability of all actions does involve some money but it doesn't need to cost an arm and a leg to get it.

2. "I think there is something out there keeping an eye on us. Sadly, it's the authorities." 'Nuff said.

3. "There are worse happenings in life than dying. Have you, any time, passed an evening near an insurance agent?" This happens to be one of the archetypal ones. I mean to say the point of life's minor problems isn't all that bad, till 'he' shows up.
Of course, relationships can get involved, or does possess its complications that possibly any writer of personal relationships is sure to find before long. We follow what our heart desires, unless you're referring to the heart as in the pump that delivers blood all through your body.

4. "Passion is the answer, but whilst you're hopeful for the reply, sex raises many very interesting questions." And if you are looking for more, carry on asking!

5. "A quick word regarding oral contraception. I asked a female to go to bed with me, she indicated 'no'." It sounds, 'reasonable', I suppose.
And when it comes to normal life, he definitely knows how to create the best out of every conceivable scheme, and it doesn't include a lawsuit if he strikes a nerve.

6. "Essentially my wife was young. I'd be at home in the shower and she'd stroll in and submerge my boats." I never had a motor boat in my bathtub in the past. Even looking at it during soaking in hot bath-water makes me queasy .

7. "I am not cowardly of passing, I just plain don't lust after to be there when it happens." If it rains, it pours.

8. "I am grateful for laughter, other than when milk comes out of my nose." It would get worse whilst you're guzzling on beer or mouthwash, and it happened to me one time!

9. "If you would like to hear God chuckle, tell him about your plans." At least he doesn't strike us down with lightning bolts, and I'm grateful for that.
And despite of what may happen to all of us in the following ten, twenty, or maybe thirty years, I reckon we all need to see things in a contrasting type of light and not just viewpoint.

I can't seem to envisage existence without any shred of intelligence that would guide us. Whether we're churchgoing or not, it takes additional bravery to accept your fears and discover how to cope with them is all that matters when it comes to living together and getting along.

And to sum up, here is the final jewel of wisdom to go by, however, whenever, and wherever we may be.

10. "The talent for happiness is appreciating and caring for what you possess, instead of what you don't possess."
Ciao!

David Hill
21 Dec 2006

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A Sweet Story of Sincerity

Someone forwarded this sweet and touching story to me through e-mail. I want to share it with others as I really think it carries a deep sense of values and love. Maybe after reading it we can learn invaluable lesson. Here is the story…

Once, there used to be a young man who loves to spend his time at the library and read books and novels. One day, while reading a novel, he found a girl’s name and address written on a page of the novel. Written there… “Catrina… lonely and need a friend”

The man was touched and decided to write a letter to the girl. He wrote a letter stating that he wanted to be friends with her. A few days went by, and he received a reply from her. She agreed to be his friend.

Days turned to weeks and weeks turned to months. Their friendship developed into something deeper. They had fallen in love. However, the two of them had never met. The young man really wanted to meet her. She felt the same too. Though they had never met each other, their love was so strong.

One day, the young man was called to battle to protect his country. He was worried that we would never have the chance to meet the girl. He wrote a letter telling her, “If we are really meant to be together and you still loves me, we will meet at the railway station where you live on the day the war is declared ended. I’ll be wearing my army uniform and holding a red rose. I’ll know you if you are holding a red rose too. Then, please let me take you to dinner and home to meet my parents.”

The young man left for war….

A few months later…

On the day the war was declared ended, the man went to the railway station where the girl lives holding a red rose in his hand. He looked at a girl after another whether she is holding a rose.

Suddenly, he saw a plump girl sitting on a wheelchair searching for someone around her. She had lost one of her arms and legs. She was holding a red rose in her good hand. He was surprised… but he braved himself and approached her.

“Catrina?” The girl turned to him and smiled. The young man handed the red rose to her and said, “I really missed you. Please accept this flower and my invitation to dinner. My parents are eager to meet you.” And kissed both her hands.

The girl said, “I don’t know what is happening, but a pretty lady gave me this flower just know. If you ask me to dinner and meet your parents, She told me to tell you she is waiting at a nearby café.”

How many people have a sincere heart like this young man? He looked at something deeper which is not the girl’s physical appearance but her HEART. He kept his promised and held on to his LOVE though at first he thought that the handicapped girl was Catrina.

Are men like him still exist in this world??? Accepting everything the way it is… with the purest and sincerest HEART???

Reveletion76.blospot.com
15 Mar 2007