Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Family First
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There are a few things in this life we all take for granted: the sun, water and other people just to name a few. But, I am here to tell you that without all of those things you would be in trouble. I know that all of us are always so busy with our daily lives, we forget the small things that keep us going, or overlook the big things that assist us in being who we are. I know it is not easy to find time for all the things that require our attention. But, I know we all need to re-double our efforts/work harder to keep Family First.
No matter how successful you are in this life, if you have no one to share it with, you will always be impoverished. Family should be right up there in First along with your relationship with the Higher Power, Oder or Deity you serve. Family is critical in the process of living, growing and maturing. If you aren't keeping Family First, what is it that you are living, working and struggling for? Family matters and at some point in your life, when all else has abandoned you: looks, money and your significant other(s), Family will be there. So keep your Family First & GOD; everything else will fall into its place. I promise.
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Love Somebody
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There is way too much hate going around for me. People hating on each other, people hating each other and hate is causing so many pointless wars and acts of violence. I don't understand the emotion hate. As a matter of fact, I know I have enemies, well they think they are my enemies, but I do not hate them. Frankly, I don't hate anyone. Hate is such a strong, powerful word and emotion, but just like kryptonite to Superman, it's powerless against Love. Love is the essence of this world and the fuel of man-kind. Thus, I write today, to ask you to Love Somebody, to include yourself. Before you think about talking bad about Somebody, or hating on them, trying Loving them. I am sure at the end of the day, it will make you and them feel a lot better. Love Somebody today.
Monday, May 30, 2011
Just In Case You Didn't Know The Reason for This Day of Memorial
0Mayne, they use to try to get the kid to sing this every morning in grade school
This Day of Memorial
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From USMemorialday.org & News One:
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation's service. There are many stories as to its actual beginnings, with over two dozen cities and towns laying claim to being the birthplace of Memorial Day. There is also evidence that organized women's groups in the South were decorating graves before the end of the Civil War. But according to one Yale University professor, A celebration and burial of dead soldiers held by African Americans on May 1, 1865, on a South Carolina burial ground was the first recorded Memorial Day. Professor David Blight says many Union soldiers were buried improperly in a burial ground that once was a race track. After the Civil War ended, many blacks returned to the grounds to give the fallen soldiers proper burials.
While Waterloo N.Y. was officially declared the birthplace of Memorial Day by President Lyndon Johnson in May 1966, it's difficult to prove conclusively the origins of the day. It is more likely that it had many separate beginnings; each of those towns and every planned or spontaneous gathering of people to honor the war dead in the 1860's tapped into the general human need to honor our dead, each contributed honorably to the growing movement that culminated in Gen Logan giving his official proclamation in 1868. It is not important who was the very first, what is important is that Memorial Day was established. Memorial Day is not about division. It is about reconciliation; it is about coming together to honor those who gave their all.
Like most holidays, some of us take the actual purpose of those days for granted. We just celebrate having another day off from work, rather than acknowledging why we are off from work. Today, I ask you in between your barbecue, low country boil, or tv dinner, that you take a moment, to pay respect to all of those who fought countless uncalled for wars for this freedom that we have, which wasn't so free at all. Because there were/are young wo/men all over the world who are sacrificing their time, money, and giving their lives so you and I can be----Free. Don't ever forget that!!! We are allowed to do what we do, because someone gave up something so we could have some things. Be appreciative, be thankful, and do take time to commemorate/remember/celebrate those who are the reason for This Day Of Memorial.
We at WoodWorkz thank you and salute you all.
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Changing People
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Every day we are Blessed to wake up, we have another opportunity to positively impact this world we live in. Although this isn't easy, we still have to try to make a difference in this life. As Gandhi and President Obama instructs us, "We must be the Change in this world we want to see." How difficult is that? It depends on you and the People around you. Because as the old adage goes, "Change is the only thing constant in the world." Things around you are always Changing, but some People around you aren't/won't. Which makes things very complicated, because if the world is Changing and you're Changing, to really leave your mark, you must this attempt feat of Changing People.
Now, let me be clear. There is a huge difference between Changing People for their betterment, and Changing them for your own personal gain. For instance, I don't believe People should have to Change to be in a relationship with you and I don't believe you should try to Change anyone for this type of situation either. When it comes to matter of the heart, People should be allowed to be who they really are. Alternatively, what I do believe, is there are some People who are complacent, lost, uninspired, depressed and without their own personal will to help themselves. These are the People that I believe we all must assist in Changing or helping them see that their is a way out or more to life then their current circumstance.
The key to Changing People is to be an example for them. If you are encouraging them be more assertive, to get involved, to take control of their circumstances and situations, you must be a person who has command of all those things. When Changing People you can't be a hypocrite! Oftentimes, your actions are going to be the key to the other person's will or inspiration to Change. But know, they have to want to Change first; you can't make them. It isn't easy Changing People, but it is fulfilling if you truly help them Change for all the right reason. Everyone needs someone to have their back and serve as their guide to get from where they have been, and where they are, to where they are going. Somebody somewhere helped Change you. Thus, it is imperative you give back and assists in this mammoth assignment of Changing other People. They could use all the help they can get, and so could you. Because you may be s/he that is in desperate need of Changing. Start first with you, before you try to Change anyone else.
Saturday, May 28, 2011
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