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Albert Einstein said that wonder is the source of all true art and all
science. “He to whom this emotion is a stranger, who can no longer
pause to wonder and stand rapt in awe, is as good as dead; his eyes
are closed.”I remember standing in rapt awe when I gazed upon the wonders of the
ancient Incan city of Machu Picchu in Peru. That amazing city was
built above the clouds, and it was more than the high altitude that
took my breath away. Can you say, “Awe”? I’m reminded of the little girl who rode a train with her mother. Read More
Jun 27 2009
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A little boy who was 3 lived with his family in an area of Southern California that was subject to sudden bursts of rain with no warning.
One afternoon he was in the yard and his mom was watching him
through the kitchen window. A sudden cloudburst hit, and he
ran into the house, drenched and screaming. He would not settle
down, and continued to cry hysterically. She held him, wrapped
Posted: under "A Slice Of Life", "When You're Down to Nothing God's UP to Something", Inspirationals.
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The only survivor of a shipwreck was washed up on a small, uninhabited island. He prayed feverishly for God to rescue him and every day he scanned the horizon for help, but none seemed forthcoming.
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Exhausted, he eventually managed to build a little hut out of driftwood to protect him from the elements and to store his few possessions.
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But then one day, after scavenging for food, he arrived home to find his little hut in flames, the smoke rolling up to the sky.
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The worst had happened; everything was lost. He was stunned with grief and anger. “God, how could you do this to me!” he cried.
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Feb 07 2009
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Blue Skies
The Sky Is Blue Even on a Cloudy Day
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When we refer to a “beautiful day,” we are often describing a day that is sunny, clear, and without a cloud in sight to mar a sky that is a brilliantly perfect blue. We find ourselves bouncing along, light in spirit, free from worries, and enjoying the moment. That is, until the clouds begin to form. The sky may turn grey, and a fog may roll in. Puffs of white take on whimsical, darker shades, and our beautiful day disappears along with the sunshine… or so it seems.
A clear blue sky often inspires in us good cheer, bringing on a lighter, more carefree day. We may find ourselves spending time outdoors, breathing in the fresh air, and basking in the warmth of the sun. Yet should clouds appear to wash the sky with shadows, we may let this change of weather decrease our energy and enthusiasm, pulling us into our own cloudy funk. Darker days are just as much a part of life as are the days graced with sunshine. They show us a different perspective of our world, while helping us appreciate the moments of illumination that inevitably follow. A rainy day with clouds helps to clear the air, washing
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Oct 28 2008
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT passed on by a dear friend.
Something absolutely positive for a change.
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I have repeatedly seen the breakdown of the cost of raising a child, but this is the first time I have seen the rewards listed this way. It’s nice, The government recently calculated the cost of raising a child from birth to 18 and came up with $160,140 for a middle income family. Talk about sticker shock! That doesn’t even touch college tuition. But $160,140 isn’t so bad if you break it down. It translates into: Read More
Oct 10 2008
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A distinguished young woman on a flight from Switzerland asked the Priest beside her, “Father, may I ask a favor?” “Of course. What may I do for you?”
“Well, I bought an expensive woman’s electronic hair dryer for my mother’s birthday. The dryer is unopened and well over the Customs limits and I’m afraid they’ll confiscate it. Is there any way you could carry it through Customs for me? Under your robes perhaps?”
“I would love to help you dear but I must warn you: I will not lie.”
“With your honest face, Father no one will question you.”
When they reached the Customs area, she let the priest go ahead of her.
The official asked : “Father, do you have anything to declare?”
“From the top of my head down to my waist, I have nothing to declare.”
The official thought this answer strange, so he asked again, “And what do you have to declare from
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Aug 03 2008