I reached the pinnacle of success in the business world.
In others’ eyes, my life is an epitome of success.
However, aside from work, I have little joy. In the end, wealth is only a fact of life that I am accustomed to.
At this moment, lying on the sick bed and recalling my whole life, I realize that all the recognition and wealth that I took so much pride in, have paled and become meaningless in the face of impending death.
In the darkness, I look at the green lights from the life supporting machines and hear the humming mechanical sounds, I can feel the breath of god of death drawing closer…
Now I know, when we have accumulated sufficient wealth to last our lifetime, we should pursue other matters that are unrelated to wealth…
Should be something that is more important:
Perhaps relationships, perhaps art, perhaps a dream from younger days …
Non-stop pursuing of wealth will only turn a person into a twisted being, just like me.
God gave us the senses to let us feel the love in everyone’s heart, not the illusions brought about by wealth.
The wealth I have won in my life I cannot bring with me.
What I can bring is only the memories precipitated by love.
That’s the true riches which will follow you, accompany you, giving you strength and light to go on.
Love can travel a thousand miles. Life has no limit. Go where you want to go. Reach the height you want to reach. It is all in your heart and in your hands.
What is the most expensive bed in the world? – “Sick bed” …
You can employ someone to drive the car for you, make money for you but you cannot have someone to bear the sickness for you.
Material things lost can be found. But there is one thing that can never be found when it is lost – “Life”.
When a person goes into the operating room, he will realize that there is one book that he has yet to finish reading – “Book of Healthy Life”.
Whichever stage in life we are at right now, with time, we will face the day when the curtain comes down.
Treasure Love for your family, love for your spouse, love for your friends…
Treat yourself well. Cherish others.
My mom is out of the hospital, her white blood cells were way too high, she had some infection, they told her about kinda stone in the stomachstomach, don’t know much, have to ask a doc about itit, glad that your bil is out hope he recover soon divali was good, rvr once again got into fight with neighborhood about scratch bombs, gosh it so frustrating, so fed up with people and they not even Hindus,
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My mom is out of the hospital, her white blood cells were way too high, she had some infection, they told her about kinda stone in the stomachstomach, don’t know much, have to ask a doc about itit, glad that your bil is out hope he recover soon divali was good, rvr once again got into fight with neighborhood about scratch bombs, gosh it so frustrating, so fed up with people and they not even Hindus,
Wish everyone all the best and happy divali
Kris….I checked here for you on Divali night … It was probably before you
came… Nevertheless., I’m happy that your Mom is at home.
What!!! Some kinda stone… what sort of diagnosis is that
Infection in the stomach… That could be very painful..
Kris Know that your Bil’s are Doctors..they can advice.
But the hospital has excellent doctors and nurses in that field..
You should insist that they do an endoscopy… since they are well trained..
Some people can really be unreasonable and Wednesday being a working day too.
I lit just a few deyas because of my nephew’s death and the BIL being ill etc.
This year I was able to spend time with relatives and friends.. and also enjoy dinner.
I think God wanted to send us a message… We light all these external lights but yet
inside of some of us are so much darkness..( hate.. anger.. jealousy..ego..lust..etc)
We ought to let the lights shine in our hearts and minds
Kris keep me posted on your Mom…I’ll find out what I can also…
I’m really sorry that I didn’t see your post before.
Hope you are relaxed now and that the family is okay.
Kris….if your Mom need to see a gastrointerlogist … Check me please.
I will try to arrange an early appointment for her… Hope you see my message.
Tomorrow is Akhand bhajan… I’ll not be around during the morning period.
I post several messages in order to hide your personal e-mail address which
perhaps was printed in error…. Call me.
My mom is out of the hospital, her white blood cells were way too high, she had some infection, they told her about kinda stone in the stomachstomach, don’t know much, have to ask a doc about itit, glad that your bil is out hope he recover soon divali was good, rvr once again got into fight with neighborhood about scratch bombs, gosh it so frustrating, so fed up with people and they not even Hindus,
Wish everyone all the best and happy divali
Happy divali all, Liman so good to drop in and have a few words with us, appreciate it lots,
Don’t know what happened to Sunday, March seems to have disappeared too, Trins, how’s the little bundle of joy,
Amaica my dear sis,, hope all is well,
I have the virus and so much work still pending, getting there slowly,
Have a great weekend, hope I could visit again
Liman… It’s wonderful to hear from you.. Thanks for the kind words.
Please share more often with us. Tell us more about things on your end.
And the intelligent one is Suni…I’ve learnt so much from her. Thank you Suni.
Also I’m grateful to Afresh …her famous line…Go with the flow… My mantra.
How can I forget SJ… Live.. Laugh… Love… and Be Happy.
Kris…Oh my! I’m so sorry…That virus is very bad…hope you saw the doctor.
Your family will help out with the cleaning…Everything will work out fine.
I’m still cleaning.. KR took a couple day off… We have some help so that’s
a blessing. Trying to fit everything in… Hope to do my sweets on Monday.
One of my nephews died…funeral is tomorrow.. He was in the
hospital for a couple of days. He is in a better place..I’m happy for him.
Poor child his life was complicated he made some serious mistakes but
choose not to change even though he saw the pain that it caused the family.
I tried very hard with him earlier and then gave up..he threw his life away.
Was a teacher by profession and being Brahmin born started to do puja on
the side… He limed with the top pundits and one day he returned home in an
orange robe and that was when his life changed and started to slip downhill.
My BIL on the other hand is not doing too good…he’s fighting hard … Poor guy.
We are not allowed to visit only his wife and daughter.
Gods’ Grace again..
Kris I’ve got lots of nieces and nephews..
They are brilliant children… Lawyers.. Doctors.. Teachers..
Some in business and others have good jobs abroad…
but these two played the a— .. One with Al… This one Mari..
They choose to leave early… We have one more HDTR too.
Oh so sorry to hear about the nephew, but, no more suffering, it looks like your bil took a turn for the worse, so sad indeed, my mom in the hospital, they still doing tests, did not go to see her today, too much to do, too tired, she should be OK, but she might be a little feeble now
Not all the family are the same dear, all go different ways, but what’s in our fate cannot be changed,
Girl the crime is getting worse here
Did you see in the news about the school girl being shot in an abandoned house, it’s just a few houses from me, the house belongs to friends of ours,
Did you go divali Nagar, I want to go but rvr hate the traffic and fuss
Time to start cleaning again
Kris…My BIL came home today… can’t have visitors…
resistance still low and he can’t take any risk.
Some relatives are upset that they can’t see him but
he is taking no risk.. remember I told you he live by
the rules..His doctor will be at home for divali..
Your Mom is in the hospital…hope it’s nothing serious.
I wish her a speedy recovery and that she’s at home
to enjoy Divali.
I did’t listen to news a couple of days… Didn’t hear anything.
That’s so terrible.. will check the news on line later.
Girl we all got to be very careful. Parents have to observe who
their kids are chatting with on line… So many chat lines available.
Chan’s Mon is at the NH too…gathering water…she’s a fighter also.
Hope to see her at home for Divali… She’s a sweetheart…
My nephew’s service was very simple …peaceful.
The famous pundit conducted the service .. I must give him
credit… One of my nieces did three melodious but-simple chants.
I am so proud of her. She’s affiliated with the blue star ashram.
Looking at the Nagar programme as I type… Beautiful dance to the
song Deepajale Deepajale…I’m sure if the little one ask RVR to take
her to the nagar he surely will… The show looks really lively.
Well my cleaning is finished…but my six water tanks are almost empty.
If I don’t get water tonight then I can’t make sweets tonight…
But again with faith like Hanuman water will soon flow in my taps.
Kris… It’s a pleasure meeting you on PV 1… Know what a star from
Kum Kum Bagia was at the nagar tonight…she was also in PV1..
Too tired to tax my brains to remember her name…( the last bro.. wife)
Hi Amaica and Kris, God bless you ladies. You didn’t allow this forum to remain silence, keep the good work on.
My dear Amaica, I can imagine how intelligent you are! You are truly an inspiration just has Kris mentioned. God bless you with more wisdom. You’ve really kept this forum on. From onset, I’ve always followed all your post and concluded you are special.
Kris darling, you are just another woman I admire in this forum. You are wonderfully made. You have a good heart.
How’s the baby, Trins?
Can Suni, Mu, angel and others ever visit again?
Wise Suni, where are thou? Please visit us for once.
I hope November is doing everyone good. Note that when you are going through something hard and wonder where God is, remember the teacher is alway quiet during the test.
A Short Tale that Will Remind You of a Person’s True Value..
From time to time there are people who don’t want what’s best for you, and manage to shake your self-confidence, causing you to feel unappreciated, especially during difficult times. For children who are still developing their personality, this can be devastating, so it is important to remind them how much you value them. The following short story will remind you of your true value, so share it with your children and friends so they won’t forget, even for a minute, that they are valued by you.
One morning, Mr. Johnson entered the classroom where he teaches, holding a $100 note. After a few moments, when the students finally quieted down, he raised his hand that was holding the note up and asked his students:“Who wants this bill?”
Of course, all of the children raised their hands, each hoping to be the lucky winner.
Mr. Johnson lowered his hand and proceeded to fold the note several times, and asked: “And now, who still wants the bill?”. Once more, all of the children raised their hands.
Next, Mr. Johnson threw the note on the floor, stepped on it, then picked it up and scrunched it into a dirty little ball. A few seconds later he cleared his throat and asked: “And now, who still wants the bill?”. All of the students laughed, as they were surprised by the teacher’s behavior, but all of them still raised their hands.
Mr. Johnson then asked the class: “And what did you learn from this?”
None of the students answered, as they didn’t understand what it is that they were supposed to learn.
Mr. Johnson stood in the middle of the class, holding the wrinkled note and said: “You, my dear pupils, are like this $100 bill. Sometimes people will hurt you, step on you, crush you and mock you. You must remember then that each of you has value, each of you is special and unique, and just like this bill didn’t change its value when I folded it or stepped on it, no one else can lower your value either.
A little mouse woke up one morning in its lair, yawned, stretched and prepared for the upcoming day. When it peered out of its hole in the wall of the farmer’s house, he saw the farmer and his wife struggling to open a large package laying on the floor. “I wonder what kind of food is inside”the mouse thought to himself, only to realize that it’s not food, but rather a clever mouse trap.
The mouse quickly ran out of the house screaming: “There’s a mouse trap in the house! There’s a mouse trap in the house!” A well-fed hen that was sitting and enjoying the morning sun, lazily raised its head and clucked: “Mr. Mouse, I see it’s something that greatly troubles you, but it has no effect on me. Please stop interrupting my sleep and go somewhere else.”
The mouse hurried along, looking for other animals it can warn about the great danger, and when he saw the sheep, he called: “There’s a mouse trap in the house! There’s a mouse trap in the house!” The sheep bleated back: “I really do feel for you, Mr. Mouse, but there’s nothing I can do, but I wish you well, and good luck!”
The mouse continued on, and came to the cow shed almost out of breath. When he saw the cow, he shouted: “There’s a mouse trap in the house! There’s a mouse trap in the house!” The cow used its tail to banish an annoying fly, nodded her head sadly, and said: “Oh dear! Believe me that I truly feel for your plight, but as a cow, I can’t find a reason to leave the shed.”
Rejected and humiliated, the mouse returned to the farmhouse, knowing full well that it would have to deal with the trap on his own.
Later that night, a loud noise interrupted everyone’s sleep – it seemed that the mousetrap has finally caught its prey. The farmer’s wife got out of bed all excited and hurried to see the little bandit that was caught in the trap. However, in the darkness, she could not see that what was caught in the trap is not the tail of a gray little mouse, but the tail of a poisonous snake.
The snake bit the wife and the farmer had to rush her to the hospital.
After a while, the farmer and his wife went back home, but then her fever spiked and would not go down. Since it is known that the best cure for a fever is fresh chicken soup, the farmer quickly went outside and turned the chicken into soup.
The farmer’s wife drank the soup, but alas – her fever did not go down. The rumor about her condition spread like wildfire, which led to visits from concerned friends and family members. The farmer was happy to see so many people in the house, but to feed them he had to throw a large dinner, and serve a rack of lamb as the main course.
Everyone ate the food and thanked the farmer, but all of the best wishes and prayers were for naught, and a week later, the farmer’s wife passed away. Many more people came to pay their respects, and to thank them all, the farmer served his prize cow as juicy steaks.
The mouse was watching the events unfold from his little hole, and sighed.
We often hear of someone who’s in trouble, but when it doesn’t directly affect us, we may decide not to lend a hand. Life, however, is a journey, a major part of which requires mutual responsibility, and when the weakest person in society is in peril, we should all feel threatened. If we help each other we will be stronger together, but if we think only of ourselves we end up hurting everyone.
Oh, amaica, I have no hard feelings against the lady, don’t even know her personally, but that’s what I heard from the in laws, I guess everyone has there different sides, good and bad, even I do, I no saint, lol, your life is like the energizer bunny, Goin going going, but that’s good, at lest you are doing good for those around you, I got great weather to finish three drains in the land, had some tractor work, but did not get the police escorts for it, and now the rains are here again, oh well, until the sun, the rain is welcomed though after such heat and dry weather,
Liman keep good and do say hello from time to time
I it’s Trinity and MU
Kris …. You’re a very productive business woman.
When that project is over try and get one with this new regime.
They are looking for people like you. You are young and capable.
My friend OS got one… thought that one was quick..
Kris… I’m always getting buff for extending myself…tonight someone
told KR that next week it’s our treasurer’s birthday and also her husband’s.
They are a very hard working and dedicated couple in the community
but don’t like to celebrate their birthday… Don’t like their names called etc.
My friend from the printery and I together said OK we will celebrate next week.
Girl we are here today gone tomorrow let’s make people happy..
Still got house cleaning to do but like Hunaman I have faith in God…
My BIL is a man who is very meticulous … Did everything right and by the book.
He is a perfectionist ..His home and surroundings are meticulously clean and tidy.
Plays competitive golf… Vegetarian… No alcohol consumption..believes in serving
the less fortunate.. Through SBOI he helped build several homes .. Not a builder
but is always there with the seva crew…and he suddenly fell ill.
Remember once I mentioned about KR friend at work…. similar….
The children from Oman is here… Leaving next week… It’s very hard for the family.
KR is the younger brother but totally opposite… Monday could fall on a Friday type
of guy… He always depend on his big brother like a father…since the parents died
they have become even closer and I’ve witnessed his brother being there for him
at all times. He is in the NS and we are praying that the situation will reverse
and improve.This is one time we pray for a miracle and forget about thy will be done.
I believe if we ask God for what we want … He will listen to our call.
The close relatives unanimously wish for a miracle in this situation…
Kris like everyone one else… Sometimes close relatives tend to focus on the thorns
And not the beauty of the rose…This is one lesson that I have to remember and apply.
So we were hit by an unexpected storm … The waters are rough and choppy
The tides are high but we’ll ride the waves until it takes us to the shore.
Oh amaica my dear you are truly an inspiration to me, I do admire you and the family, your BIL sounds like a wonderful person indeed, so sorry to about him, hope everything is OK, girl leave everything in the hands of the almighty he will take care of everything, you need not worry, there’s only so much modern meds could do, and you know about karma, whatever has to happen, whatever you are destined to face in this lifetime has already been written from conception, we cannot change our fate, but put God before everything we dodo, and in whatever we do, girl it is easy to preach to others in time of difficulty but when you have to face it is a different case, I wish your family God’s grace and blessings to give you all the courage to face this time of sorrow, I truly wish him all the best, with all his hood deeds, only God will do what is right by him, just keep faith, I know it has helped me tremendously in the past.
Girl, you know how they say not to start any work etc during Pitri Paksh, we’ll, I had no choice, since we had good weather, to start drains on the land, in any ways, my guru does not preach that aspect, we’ll everything went really well, I got good weather till all was done, and the day after, we’ll it raining everyday, really, my contractor said, God really on my side, really, rains fell all around the land during the work, only after, I’m really lucky,
Got some more work, but tractor ain’t reach yet, oh well
I will have to approach the gov for something yes, I will reapply for a commissioner of affidavits, I did, but never got it under the last gov, even though we knew from Pm down,
Well, all the best dear,
Kris… I know that you are busy and yet you responded so promptly.
Thank you. Just felt that I had to tell you.
Yes karma and the Grace of God is our only hope.
Like I told her this afternoon that I don’t believe in – Thy will be done..
I pray and I ask God for what I want like I’ll ask my Mother.
Remember the story of Savitri in the Ramayana..
He was suppose to come home this afternoon but not until Monday
now. Sodium levels are very low.. He is much brighter today.. Thank God.
Well life … Expect the unexpected …
Kris…you were well guided ..
Part of my message was erased.
The land development is completed now.. That’s great.
Approach this new set you might stand a better chance.
My friend got a contract at Campden ..you know the rest.
Same bottle different cover..In this country you have to
play your game smart but clean..else you’ll be left out.
This is reality.., I am guilty of looking at the thorns…
Don’t leave the rose because of the thorns! Even the thorns have a purpose, else the rose cannot exist! So, a rose cannot exist without thorns. If you keep looking only at the thorns then you will lose the beauty of the rose. If you go to the garden, and look only at the thorns without enjoying the flower, then you will become unhappy. Small things are enough to make the mind lose it’s center. Just become aware of it, then you will win over it. So there is beauty in every person. Look at that, not at the thorn, look at the flower. This is important to understand. Nobody is less or more.
Hi Kris…, Saw your lovely sis with her two beautiful daughters yesterday afternoon.
Just said hi we were both busy…
You are a person well organized so I’m sure your projects with land and home
is about completed.
I’m still trying to fit in everything… Invitations so many prayer.., sick relative in NH..
Household chores..helping out with the foreigners and everything else that props up.
Two children from SSangh birthday is celebrated today in SS… Stayed up last night
and did cup cakes… got to make the children feel special also.
Off to the NS to visit BIL.
Take care… Love you.,
Hi PV Ladies…SJ.. Liman .. Trin.. Others… Love you all and God Bles..
Liman .. Thank you.. But I can’t take credit for the write… Came from different sources.
You feel free to share anything that inspires you on this page..
Hey amaica, nice read, did enjoy reading, this site giving trouble, I rarely go on the pic these days, trying to finish cleaning house, not getting very far in doing so,
Take care,
I am in and out of the cleaning mode… With KR’s brother being ill
the enthusiasm is just not there…hope to get some help on Wednesday.
OS spent the afternoon with us… In fact we were at the brothers home.
I know how you feel about her but she has her good side …
How’s your sister , I have not seen the family around recently.
Tell her I said Hello…I have something to tell you but incan’t on
this page ..
Trin is busy with her baby now … SJ and Liman visit once a month.
A young and successful executive was traveling down a neighborhood street,
going a bit too fast in his new Jaguar.. He was watching for kids darting out from
between parked cars and slowed down when he thought he saw something.
As his car passed, no children appeared. Instead, a brick smashed into the Jag’s side door!
He slammed on the brakes and backed the Jag back to the spot where the brick had been thrown.
The angry driver then jumped out of the car, grabbed the nearest kid and pushed him up
against The parked car shouting, ‘What was that all about and who are you?
Just what the heck are you doing? That’s a new car and that brick you threw is going to cost a lot of money. Why did you do it?’ The young boy was apologetic. ‘Please, mister…please, I’m sorry but I didn’t
know what else to do,’ He pleaded. ‘I threw the brick because no one else would stop….’
With tears dripping down his face and off his chin, the youth pointed to a spot just around a parked car.. ‘It’s my brother, ‘he said ‘He rolled off the curb and fell out of his wheelchair and I can’t lift him up.
Now sobbing, the boy asked the stunned executive, ‘Would you please help me get him back into his wheelchair? He’s hurt and he’s too heavy for me.’
Moved beyond words, the driver tried to swallow the rapidly swelling lump in his throat… He hurriedly lifted the handicapped boy back into the wheelchair, then took out a linen handkerchief and dabbed at the fresh
scrapes and cuts. A quick look told him everything was going to be okay. ‘
Thank you and may God bless you..the grateful child told the stranger, Too shook up for words, the man simply watched the boy! push his wheelchair-bound brother down the sidewalk toward their home..
It was a long, slow walk back to the Jaguar. The damage was very noticeable, but the driver never bothered to repair the dented side door. He kept the dent there to remind him of this message: ‘
Don’t go through life so fast that someone has to throw a brick at you to get your attention!’
God whispers in our souls and speaks to our hearts Sometimes when we don’t have
time to listen, He has to throw a brick at us. It’s our choice to listen or not..
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God didn’t promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow,
sun without rain, but He did promise strength for the
day, comfort for the tears, and light for the way.
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I believe that this story was posted here before by either Kris or Suni..
Reminders are always valuable…. Have a great weekend… Be Blessed.
When asked what he wished to become, as a young man, Nobel Laureate Albert Einstein was reported to have said, “I want to become a useful person, not a successful person.”Asked what he meant by it, the eminent physicist replied, “A successful person is one who takes from society more than what he gives it. A useful person is one who gives the society more than what he takes from it.”
STAY CALM
When you feel like saying something
That you know you will regret,
Or keenly feel an insult
Not quite easy to forget,
That’s th e time to curb resentment
And maintain a mental peace,
For when your mind is tranquil
All your ill thoughts simply cease.
It’s easy to be angry
When defrauded or defied,
To be peeved and disappointed
If your wishes are denied;
But to win a worthwhile battle
Over selfishness and spite,
You must learn to keep strict silence
Though you know you’re in the right.
So keep your mental balance
When confronted by a foe,
Be it enemy in ambush
Or some danger that you know.
If you are poised and tranquil
When all around is strife,
Be assured that you have mastered
The most vital thing in life.
When Mahatma Gandhi was studying law at the University College of London, a white professor, whose last name was Peters, disliked him intensely and always displayed prejudice and animosity towards him..
Also, because Gandhi never lowered his head when addressing him as he expected, there were always “arguments” and confrontations. One day, Mr. Peters was having lunch at the dining room of the University, and Gandhi came along with his tray and sat next to the professor. The professor said, “Mr Gandhi, you do not understand. A pig and a bird do not sit together to eat.”
Gandhi looked at him as a parent would a rude child and calmly replied, “You do not worry professor. I’ll fly away,” and he went and sat at another table. Mr. Peters, reddened with rage, decided to take revenge on the next test paper, but Gandhi responded brilliantly to all questions.
Mr. Peters, unhappy and frustrated, asked him the following question. “Mr Gandhi, if you were walking down the street and found a package, and within was a bag of wisdom and another bag with a lot of money, which one would you take?” Without hesitating, Gandhi responded, “The one with the money, of course.”
Mr. Peters, smiling sarcastically said, “I, in your place, would have taken the wisdom, don’t you think?” Gandhi shrugged indifferently and responded, “Each one takes what he doesn’t have.”
Mr. Peters, by this time was fit to be tied. So great was his anger that he wrote on Gandhi’s exam sheet the word “idiot” and gave it to Gandhi.. Gandhi took the exam sheet and sat down at his desk, trying very hard to remain calm while he contemplated his next move.
A few minutes later, Gandhi got up, went to the professor and said to him in a dignified but sarcastically polite tone, “Mr. Peters, you signed the sheet, but you did not give me the grade.”
Kris I thought of you when I read this…
Liman I know you’ll like this one..
SJ .. I’m sure you are familiar with these statements..
Trin… Soon you’ll be using some of these…
Subject: Home Schooling Back In The Day….
1. My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE.
“If you’re going to kill each other, do it outside, I just finished cleaning.”
2. My mother taught me RELIGION.
“You better pray that will come out of the carpet.”
3. My father taught me about TIME TRAVEL.
“If you don’t straighten up, I’m going to knock you into the middle of next week!”
4. My father taught me LOGIC.
” Because I said so, that’s why.”
5. My mother taught me MORE LOGIC .
“If you fall out of that swing and break your neck, you’re not going to the store with me.”
6. My mother taught me FORESIGHT.
“Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you’re in an accident.”
7. My father taught me IRONY.
“Keep crying, and I’ll give you something to cry about.”
8. My mother taught me about the science of OSMOSIS .
“Shut your mouth and eat your supper.”
9. My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM.
“Just you look at that dirt on the back of your neck?”
10. My mother taught me about STAMINA.
“You’ll sit there until all that spinach is gone.”
11. My mother taught me about WEATHER.
“This room of yours looks as if a tornado went through it.”
12. My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY.
“If I told you once, I’ve told you a million times, don’t exaggerate!”
13. My father taught me the CIRCLE OF LIFE.
“I brought you into this world, and I can take you out…”
14. My mother taught me about BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION .
“Stop acting like your father!”
15. My mother taught me about ENVY.
“There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don’t have wonderful parents like you do.”
16. My mother taught me about ANTICIPATION.
“Just wait until we get home.”
17. My mother taught me about RECEIVING.
“You are going to get it from your father when he gets home!”
18. My mother taught me MEDICAL SCIENCE.
“If you don’t stop crossing your eyes, they are going to get stuck that way.”
19. My mother taught me ESP.
“Put your sweater on; don’t you think I know when you are cold?”
20. My father taught me HUMOUR.
“When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don’t come running to me.”
21. My mother taught me HOW TO BECOME AN ADULT .
“If you don’t eat your vegetables, you’ll never grow up.”
22. My mother taught me GENETICS.
“You’re just like your father.”
23. My mother taught me about my ROOTS.
“Shut that door behind you, do you think you were born in a barn?”
24. My mother taught me WISDOM.
“When you get to be my age, you’ll understand.
25. My father taught me about JUSTICE .
“One day you’ll have kids, and I hope they turn out just like you !”
Lol every time I read this I picture my mother lol
Well our boy gypsy son charged with drugs
Nice sun to finish off some work on the land, according to the weather reports looks like we in for more sunny weather which is good for me to finish the earth works and start on the second phase of development, I’m good, ramleela finish, house cleaning painting and renovation time,
Sigh, no rest for the wicked
Just read below, lol, forgot to order roti, thank God for you yes girl, second day of ramleela wewhad big Hugh fat slices of soda roti three coolers of it and tiny bit of fry aloo and even tinyer bit of tomato choka, next day roti thin like paper, could not even open tiny slices, and the most delish baigan and tomato choka and twice the amount for the roti, roti dine and tons of both choka remaining, both nights sold a slice for $10. Hmm, the doubles was so delish, the put tiny bit of Chana, Bara finish the had to share out and throw away Chana, for them to put enough in the beginning, they doing it for charity, but you cannot be so mingy one time, sad to say I was part of the committee, thinking twice now about continuing with them I have my own charity organization anyways,
OK is a real drama queen, she related to rvr aunty, she helped them steal the grandfather lands to get the lion share, then she’d go Park in front my mil gate blocking them bold faced and still get on nasty with my bir when he tell her anything, they have an unpleasant history with her, and when she was a master in the HC she was rude and unlikable,
I am sorry to say these things my dear, I know she is your friend and all that.
They had put her under house arrest and she still a supporter, hmm, can’t understand some people nah
Kris….Girl Drama everywhere….So sad to learn about the Tobago attorney
and his wife murder…like they want to run out foreigners from Tobago and
also take their property away… So sorry, I encourage my son to buy land there.
Girl you are young and able… so better to develop the land and finish that project.
Ramleela was only three days…Choka and roti always great…doubles with little
channa…hmmm .. Include pepper roti next time..
.My friend attended but I could not because our group had Satsangh almost everyday..
my bil next door is not well…so not much going out for us…kr is work and home.
Whenever I read an article that I think others will benefit from I post .. just to keep
the forum active… I love the one with the eagle and the snake . please share
something also… looking forward…
Prep for Divali is slowly coming along…got a tech to repaint my mil
refrigerator for eight hundred dollars.. sent it off immediately.
Next he’s coming to service the industrial stoves…
So much to do at the end of the day. Will keep in touch. Bye.
Kris I’m not surprised to hear about os..
she is capable of all that you mentioned.
She’s related to RVR aunty… Sad to hear about the land.
OS and I also share a first aunty on the ram–chan side.
Our relationship was strengthened through SBOI.
KR’s mom and the entire family has great respect for her…
She’s always there with us in good and bad times.
Don’t feel bad for mentioning..Like a coin …. two sides.
The Eagles Does Not a Fight The Snake On The Ground.
An eagle does not fight a snake on the ground. It picks it up and changes grounds, then releases it back to the ground.
A snake has no stamina, no power, no balance in the air. It is useless, weak and vulnerable unlike on the ground where it is deadly, wise and powerful.
Take your fight to the spirit realm and when you are in the spiritual realm God takes charge.
Don’t fight in the physical realm change grounds like an eagle.
You will be assured of a clean uncontested victory.
This is my advise for you today as you get ready to usher into a challenging time of the year.
May God guide and protect us always..
“You’ve heard the name Deepak Chopra. You might know he’s a Harvard-trained meditative physician who’s written more than 80 books (and has 20-plus New York Times bestsellers). But this New Age guru’s thoughts, successes, and goals, and his history that led him here, it will stop you in your tracks.
Jamie and Deepak talked about a huge variety of topics — his career path; his thoughts on money, goals, success, synchronicity; and even his best mistake.
The seven following tidbits are the most meaningful insights from that conversation”…
The Seven Rules For Living A Great Life… From Deepak Chopra..
1. Pursue excellence. Ignore success.
Deepak believes we can control the seeds we plant, but not the fruits of those seeds. Rather than striving for external validation, we should focus on being excellent at whatever work is before us. He questions our very definition of success. What matters is our own perception of what we’ve done, not anyone else’s.
2. Life isn’t about long-term goals. It’s about right now.
During medical school, Deepak attended a lecture about goals and tried to plan his long-term goals accordingly — for all of two days. He gave up, and since then, he’s not set a single long-term goal. He prefers to live each day as it comes.
3. Mistakes are some of our biggest opportunities.
When I asked Deepak about the best mistake he ever made, he described the day he left his endocrinology fellowship in Boston. His professor asked him for information on a patient, and the young Dr. Chopra consulted notes in his file. The professor then chastised him publicly for not having this information memorized. Deepak “lost [his] temper,” dumped the file on his supervisor’s head, and walked out of his fellowship.
He initially had trouble finding another position and had to take a subpar emergency room job for $6 an hour. Now, he says this was the best mistake he ever made, because that was the beginning of his path to following his bliss. That step is what eventually led him to holistic medicine.
4. The deeper you go, the higher you fly.
Many of us struggle to find answers to life’s big questions. What should our next career move be? Is this the right person to spend my life with? When I asked Deepak how he seeks answers, he was adamant that all the answers we need lie within us. The tough part is to really get quiet, listen, and then heed that wisdom.
5. You can’t win big if you don’t take big risks.
When making decisions, Deepak typically opts for the “calculated risk, where the payoff [is] bigger.” Despite his meditative presence, which many people equate with complacency, he was born for adventure and takes whatever chances he thinks might pay off. Sometimes they do, and sometimes they don’t. But the only way to know is to try.
6. An unhealthy lifestyle almost always precedes the birth of a wellness junkie.
At the beginning of his American medical career, the young Dr. Chopra fell into the lifestyle of many Americans (especially those in high-stress jobs, such as doctors), which included smoking, drinking, and “a lot of drama.” Fortunately, this stress eventually led him to take up a meditation practice, which he’s now shared with millions of people around the globe.
7. Truly great people would rather do than discuss.
During our time together, there was just one question he wouldn’t answer. He said, “I don’t like to talk about the entity called ‘Deepak Chopra.’”
This is a true story from the Manchester Evening News:
Last Wednesday, a Passenger in a Taxi heading for Salford Station leaned over to ask the Driver a question and gently tapped him on the shoulder to get his attention.
The Driver screamed, lost control of the Taxi, nearly hit a bus, drove up over the curb and stopped just inches from a large plate glass window.
For a few moments everything was silent in the Taxi. Then, the shaking Driver said, “Are you OK? I’m so sorry, but you scared the daylights out of me. ”
The badly shaken Passenger apologized to the Driver and said, “I didn’t realize that a mere tap on the shoulder would startle someone so badly. ”
The Driver replied, “No, no, I’m the one who’s sorry, it’s entirely my fault. Today is my very first day driving a Taxi. I’ve been driving a Hearse for 25 years .”
Hi Kris…. Hope that you are not working too hard.
Your friend Farris has revealed some hidden truths
about the former AG and exorbitant legal fees paid to friends..
Yep, that I knew beforebefore,
Lots of wrong doing by previous gov
This one not better either, that hush yuh….. Mouth was directed at hinds for lewd comments towards kpb
Busy with land etc, contractors etc,
Hey all sj and others
Still have land for sale Kris…I know someone who’ll be interested.
Today is special Satsangh for Navathri ..and the people responsible
forget to order the roti… How do you like that… Luckily I discover it
on time today and beg the girl to take the order.
OS called… Bragging about FAW.. Badmouthing the other side..
sometimes I just can’t take her on. too full of herself..
If you will take the time to read these. I promise you’ll come away with an enlightened perspective. The subjects covered affect us all on a daily basis:
They’re written by the late Andy Rooney (ex-60 Minutes USA), a man who had the gift of saying so much with so few words. Enjoy…….
I’ve learned…. That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person.
I’ve learned…. That when you’re in love, it shows.
I’ve learned…. That just one person saying to me, ‘You’ve made my day!’ makes my day.
I’ve learned…. That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world.
I’ve learned…. That being kind is more important than being right.
I’ve learned…. That you should never say no to a gift from a child.
I’ve learned…. That I can always pray for someone when I don’t have the strength to help him in some other way.
I’ve learned…. That no matter how serious your life requires you to be, everyone needs a friend to act goofy with.
I’ve learned…. That sometimes all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand.
I’ve learned…. That simple walks with my father around the block on summer nights when I was a child did wonders for me as an adult.
I’ve learned…. That life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes.
I’ve learned…. That we should be glad God doesn’t give us everything we ask for.
I’ve learned…. That money doesn’t buy class.
I’ve learned…. That it’s those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular.
I’ve learned… That under everyone’s hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved.
I’ve learned…. That to ignore the facts does not change the facts.
I’ve learned…. That when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt you.
I’ve learned…. That love, not time, heals all wounds.
I’ve learned…. That the easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself with people smarter than I am.
I’ve learned…. That everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile.
I’ve learned…. That no one is perfect until you fall in love with them.
I’ve learned… That life is tough, but I’m tougher.
I’ve learned…. That opportunities are never lost; someone will take the ones you miss.
I’ve learned…. That when you harbour bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.
I’ve learned…. That I wish I could have told my Mom that I love her one more time before she passed away.
I’ve learned…. That one should keep his words both soft and tender, because tomorrow he may have to eat them.
I’ve learned…. That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks.
I’ve learned…. That when your newly born grandchild holds your little finger in his little fist, that you’re hooked for life.
I’ve learned…. That everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you’re climbing it.
I’ve learned…. That the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done.
Use the good china everyday as today is all that matters.
We all know someone who keeps plastic covers on his or her couch in order to protect it. The irony is that many of these people may live their lives without ever having actually made contact with their own furniture! This is a poignant and somewhat humorous example of the human tendency to try to save things for special occasions, as if everyday life weren’t special enough to warrant the use of nice things. Many of us have had the experience of never wearing a particular piece of clothing in order to keep it nice, only to have it go out of style in the meanwhile.
It’s interesting to think of what it would mean to us if we let ourselves wear our nicest clothes and eat off the good china on a daily basis. We might be sending ourselves the message that every day we are alive is a special day and a cause for celebration, and that we are worth it. There is something uplifting about treating ourselves to the finest of what we have. It is as if we rise to the occasion when we wear our best clothes and set the table beautifully, as if for a very special guest. We are more mindful of where we place things, what we are eating, and who is with us. Using the good china, eating in the dining room, and taking the plastic off the sofa might be an invitation to be more conscious of the beauty and grace inherent in our everyday lives.
If there are things you’ve stashed away for a special occasion—a bottle of special wine, a gorgeous pair of shoes, an antique lace tablecloth—consider taking them out of their hiding places and putting them to use tonight, just because you are alive now to enjoy them, and that’s a great cause for a celebration.
I hope you don’t mind me moving up your message….. amaica.
SJ
October 4, 2015 at 8:36 pm
Hello my dearest AMAICA how are you my darling and everyone my for am friend
Miss every one hello and love to everyone hope everyone is goodTrinty trinty how are you congrats to you for your bundle of joy your baby girl
What is with heels I know trinty is obsess with the heels hillarious
What did you name the baby
Hello kriss hope everyone is well I’m family your back and knee must be ok
I know you had many health issues you are such a possitive person with such a good spritsSo is. My AMAICA my mentor and adviser and lovesne very much
Lots of love AMAICA to you and everyone
Oh Trins enjoy that little bundle of joy as much as you can, soak in every little thing, she’d grow up do fast, mine always loved the high heels her tiny feet would be in those big shoes, cute
Headache eh, it gets bigger and bigger the bigger she gets, and won’t go away lol my Lil one only 9 already getting the hormones etc, I hope she does not develop too quickly
Amaica dear my grandfather was 97 in sound mind riding his bike to penal to collect his pension my father died few days short of 84 was strong and in perfect mental state, both sides have longevity in the genes,
My mom has finally started to show her age, she looks a bit frail not, guess she overwork herself a bit, but hope she remains healthy for a long time
Well got someone to clear the land of the Bush, cost quite a bit, not satisfied with the work too much, but he boasting, hmm
Well going satsangh and unwind n relax
Happy Friday friends! Have a great weekend and enjoy it!
Date night with the husband, gonna leave the little one with her grandparents for a little while. My little girl love high heels!She smiled so brilliantly when I showed her my black 6″ pumps,I gonna carry her shopping!!!!!
Dylan says he has to get stronger tablets for headaches,because she’s miniature version of me. WELL I NEVER! LOL
Trin… The chip don’t fall too far from the block.. Tanks for sharing..
SJ will surely laugh when she read about the high heels..
Liman… Happy Independence Day … God Bless Nigeria.
Kris… I’m back at the task ahead..Hardest thing to get is house help..
Some people will receive your generosity ..but when asked to work
will make a million excuse…ah sick , I go caah Wok..
I’ve decided to do my work and be healthy…and any body pass begging
I’ll interrogate them first before I give money or clothes..but food I’ll give.
#####,,,,,,,,,,Happy Birthday To Your Mom Kris,,,,,,,,,,#####
May God Bless Her With …Long Life ..Good Health …Peace and Happiness..
Three sisters of age 92, 94 and 96 live in a house together.
One night the 96 year old draws a bath, puts her foot in and pauses.
She yells down the stairs, “Was I getting in or out of the bath?”
The 94 year old yells back, “I don’t know, I’ll come up and see.”
She starts up the stairs and pauses, then she yells, “Was I going up the stairs or coming down?”
The 92 year old was sitting at the kitchen table having tea listening to her sisters.
She shakes her head and says, “I sure hope I never get that forgetful.” She knocks on wood for good measure.
She then yells, “I’ll come up and help both of you as soon as I see who’s at the door.”
Sorry my dear… was baking multi grain bread and it finished just as I was typing..
Preparing filling for Parmesan rolls …Nephew and his family from Huston
Is coming in today… Helping out his Mom.,,( next door).. Dad is not well.
Back to the above…. It’s not personal… All old folks are not forgetful
My FIL was 94 and OS Mom is also 94 ( got to visit her) very sharp..
Just found that one very silly… and had a good laugh at 4 am in the morning..
Hello my dearest AMAICA how are you my darling and everyone my for am friend
Miss every one hello and love to everyone hope everyone is good
Trinty trinty how are you congrats to you for your bundle of joy your baby girl
What is with heels I know trinty is obsess with the heels hillarious
What did you name the baby
Hello kriss hope everyone is well I’m family your back and knee must be ok
I know you had many health issues you are such a possitive person with such a good sprits
So is. My AMAICA my mentor and adviser and lovesne very much
Lots of love AMAICA to you and everyone
lol, I started to clean then stopped too, girl, it gets harder as you get older yes.
we are having friday night at fireburn temple in freeport, uquire road, temple street, then saturday night at batchiya trace san francique, at SMI old place the temple on the hill, then monday night back at fire burn,
but i cannot go on sunday night as my mother is having a satsangh for her 84th birthday which will be on tuesday, but doing the satsangh on the sunday.
so weekend full, then thelittle one has ramleela practice, don’t knoh how i juggling all that
then our regular Swami Maheshvaranand is coming for a three nights next weekend at St. Johns in Cipero Road, so another full weekend, I dont mind I love satsangh, it is my passion.
“Hands and minds that help another without a selfish motive are greater than lips and voices that pray without divine intentions. One must earn one’s true efforts. However, one must realise that sometimes, one can only give and expect nothing back in return. When one does something helpful to another everyday for which one does not get paid nor rewarded, it is that particular deed that wipes the slat of one’s collective karma. Our human karma is the reason and cause for every single suffering or happiness we encounter. To do a kind and generous deed without any expectation in return is one of the most beautiful compensations of this life because in return we have helped our own soul divine and our own hearts to attain fuller joy, the larger spiritual delight of many lights!”
Hey Amaic a, you came here early today,
well i see work start back on the southern main road,
hope the highway continues too, went down rousillac today, we have nice weather to cut the grass and i have about three more drains to do to get some more plots approved, hope i could get it done before the rains start back,
how are you and the family.
rvr was on holidays going back out tomorrow.
one of our swami ji is attending the hindu conference at the hyatt this weekend, we have a few nights lecture with him.
place so hot when the rain starts the sky will literally fall, more floods, whew.
well thats life, take care all
Kris … I was thinking of you…
Girl this life can truly be described as
A bubble in the ocean..A cloud in the sky. .
and there’s not one thing anyone can do
to change the laws that govern this universe.
Nothing is permenant in this world…
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A
November 14, 08:48Steve Jobs’ Last Words –
Let us read and think….
I reached the pinnacle of success in the business world.
In others’ eyes, my life is an epitome of success.
However, aside from work, I have little joy. In the end, wealth is only a fact of life that I am accustomed to.
At this moment, lying on the sick bed and recalling my whole life, I realize that all the recognition and wealth that I took so much pride in, have paled and become meaningless in the face of impending death.
In the darkness, I look at the green lights from the life supporting machines and hear the humming mechanical sounds, I can feel the breath of god of death drawing closer…
Now I know, when we have accumulated sufficient wealth to last our lifetime, we should pursue other matters that are unrelated to wealth…
Should be something that is more important:
Perhaps relationships, perhaps art, perhaps a dream from younger days …
Non-stop pursuing of wealth will only turn a person into a twisted being, just like me.
God gave us the senses to let us feel the love in everyone’s heart, not the illusions brought about by wealth.
The wealth I have won in my life I cannot bring with me.
What I can bring is only the memories precipitated by love.
That’s the true riches which will follow you, accompany you, giving you strength and light to go on.
Love can travel a thousand miles. Life has no limit. Go where you want to go. Reach the height you want to reach. It is all in your heart and in your hands.
What is the most expensive bed in the world? – “Sick bed” …
You can employ someone to drive the car for you, make money for you but you cannot have someone to bear the sickness for you.
Material things lost can be found. But there is one thing that can never be found when it is lost – “Life”.
When a person goes into the operating room, he will realize that there is one book that he has yet to finish reading – “Book of Healthy Life”.
Whichever stage in life we are at right now, with time, we will face the day when the curtain comes down.
Treasure Love for your family, love for your spouse, love for your friends…
Treat yourself well. Cherish others.
….credit to the writer/author
A
November 14, 09:38Hi Kris…
How are you this morning…
Hope everything around has settled down…
Saw the message ….hope it’s authentic .
I’m using kr email …
Kris
November 10, 22:55My mom is out of the hospital, her white blood cells were way too high, she had some infection, they told her about kinda stone in the stomachstomach, don’t know much, have to ask a doc about itit, glad that your bil is out hope he recover soon divali was good, rvr once again got into fight with neighborhood about scratch bombs, gosh it so frustrating, so fed up with people and they not even Hindus,
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My mom is out of the hospital, her white blood cells were way too high, she had some infection, they told her about kinda stone in the stomachstomach, don’t know much, have to ask a doc about itit, glad that your bil is out hope he recover soon divali was good, rvr once again got into fight with neighborhood about scratch bombs, gosh it so frustrating, so fed up with people and they not even Hindus,
Wish everyone all the best and happy divali
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November 12, 22:24Kris….I checked here for you on Divali night … It was probably before you
came… Nevertheless., I’m happy that your Mom is at home.
What!!! Some kinda stone… what sort of diagnosis is that
Infection in the stomach… That could be very painful..
Kris Know that your Bil’s are Doctors..they can advice.
But the hospital has excellent doctors and nurses in that field..
You should insist that they do an endoscopy… since they are well trained..
Some people can really be unreasonable and Wednesday being a working day too.
I lit just a few deyas because of my nephew’s death and the BIL being ill etc.
This year I was able to spend time with relatives and friends.. and also enjoy dinner.
I think God wanted to send us a message… We light all these external lights but yet
inside of some of us are so much darkness..( hate.. anger.. jealousy..ego..lust..etc)
We ought to let the lights shine in our hearts and minds
Kris keep me posted on your Mom…I’ll find out what I can also…
I’m really sorry that I didn’t see your post before.
Hope you are relaxed now and that the family is okay.
Amaica
November 14, 23:45Kris….if your Mom need to see a gastrointerlogist … Check me please.
I will try to arrange an early appointment for her… Hope you see my message.
Tomorrow is Akhand bhajan… I’ll not be around during the morning period.
I post several messages in order to hide your personal e-mail address which
perhaps was printed in error…. Call me.
4393 -776.. rebmunemoh
Kris
November 10, 22:53My mom is out of the hospital, her white blood cells were way too high, she had some infection, they told her about kinda stone in the stomachstomach, don’t know much, have to ask a doc about itit, glad that your bil is out hope he recover soon divali was good, rvr once again got into fight with neighborhood about scratch bombs, gosh it so frustrating, so fed up with people and they not even Hindus,
Wish everyone all the best and happy divali
Kris
November 06, 09:52Happy divali all, Liman so good to drop in and have a few words with us, appreciate it lots,
Don’t know what happened to Sunday, March seems to have disappeared too, Trins, how’s the little bundle of joy,
Amaica my dear sis,, hope all is well,
I have the virus and so much work still pending, getting there slowly,
Have a great weekend, hope I could visit again
A
November 06, 23:58Liman… It’s wonderful to hear from you.. Thanks for the kind words.
Please share more often with us. Tell us more about things on your end.
And the intelligent one is Suni…I’ve learnt so much from her. Thank you Suni.
Also I’m grateful to Afresh …her famous line…Go with the flow… My mantra.
How can I forget SJ… Live.. Laugh… Love… and Be Happy.
Kris…Oh my! I’m so sorry…That virus is very bad…hope you saw the doctor.
Your family will help out with the cleaning…Everything will work out fine.
I’m still cleaning.. KR took a couple day off… We have some help so that’s
a blessing. Trying to fit everything in… Hope to do my sweets on Monday.
One of my nephews died…funeral is tomorrow.. He was in the
hospital for a couple of days. He is in a better place..I’m happy for him.
Poor child his life was complicated he made some serious mistakes but
choose not to change even though he saw the pain that it caused the family.
I tried very hard with him earlier and then gave up..he threw his life away.
Was a teacher by profession and being Brahmin born started to do puja on
the side… He limed with the top pundits and one day he returned home in an
orange robe and that was when his life changed and started to slip downhill.
My BIL on the other hand is not doing too good…he’s fighting hard … Poor guy.
We are not allowed to visit only his wife and daughter.
Gods’ Grace again..
Wishing you and your family a happy Diwali.
A
November 07, 00:09Kris I’ve got lots of nieces and nephews..
They are brilliant children… Lawyers.. Doctors.. Teachers..
Some in business and others have good jobs abroad…
but these two played the a— .. One with Al… This one Mari..
They choose to leave early… We have one more HDTR too.
..
Kris
November 07, 17:43Oh so sorry to hear about the nephew, but, no more suffering, it looks like your bil took a turn for the worse, so sad indeed, my mom in the hospital, they still doing tests, did not go to see her today, too much to do, too tired, she should be OK, but she might be a little feeble now
Not all the family are the same dear, all go different ways, but what’s in our fate cannot be changed,
Girl the crime is getting worse here
Did you see in the news about the school girl being shot in an abandoned house, it’s just a few houses from me, the house belongs to friends of ours,
Did you go divali Nagar, I want to go but rvr hate the traffic and fuss
Time to start cleaning again
A
November 08, 18:47Kris…My BIL came home today… can’t have visitors…
resistance still low and he can’t take any risk.
Some relatives are upset that they can’t see him but
he is taking no risk.. remember I told you he live by
the rules..His doctor will be at home for divali..
Your Mom is in the hospital…hope it’s nothing serious.
I wish her a speedy recovery and that she’s at home
to enjoy Divali.
I did’t listen to news a couple of days… Didn’t hear anything.
That’s so terrible.. will check the news on line later.
Girl we all got to be very careful. Parents have to observe who
their kids are chatting with on line… So many chat lines available.
Chan’s Mon is at the NH too…gathering water…she’s a fighter also.
Hope to see her at home for Divali… She’s a sweetheart…
My nephew’s service was very simple …peaceful.
The famous pundit conducted the service .. I must give him
credit… One of my nieces did three melodious but-simple chants.
I am so proud of her. She’s affiliated with the blue star ashram.
Looking at the Nagar programme as I type… Beautiful dance to the
song Deepajale Deepajale…I’m sure if the little one ask RVR to take
her to the nagar he surely will… The show looks really lively.
Well my cleaning is finished…but my six water tanks are almost empty.
If I don’t get water tonight then I can’t make sweets tonight…
But again with faith like Hanuman water will soon flow in my taps.
Kris… It’s a pleasure meeting you on PV 1… Know what a star from
Kum Kum Bagia was at the nagar tonight…she was also in PV1..
Too tired to tax my brains to remember her name…( the last bro.. wife)
Take care…enjoy the rest of the Divali festival.
A
November 08, 20:08Paridhi… was her pv1 name…
Liman Anthony
November 03, 10:41Hi Amaica and Kris, God bless you ladies. You didn’t allow this forum to remain silence, keep the good work on.
My dear Amaica, I can imagine how intelligent you are! You are truly an inspiration just has Kris mentioned. God bless you with more wisdom. You’ve really kept this forum on. From onset, I’ve always followed all your post and concluded you are special.
Kris darling, you are just another woman I admire in this forum. You are wonderfully made. You have a good heart.
How’s the baby, Trins?
Can Suni, Mu, angel and others ever visit again?
Wise Suni, where are thou? Please visit us for once.
I hope November is doing everyone good. Note that when you are going through something hard and wonder where God is, remember the teacher is alway quiet during the test.
Happy Diwali.
Amaica..
November 01, 21:27A Short Tale that Will Remind You of a Person’s True Value..
From time to time there are people who don’t want what’s best for you, and manage to shake your self-confidence, causing you to feel unappreciated, especially during difficult times. For children who are still developing their personality, this can be devastating, so it is important to remind them how much you value them. The following short story will remind you of your true value, so share it with your children and friends so they won’t forget, even for a minute, that they are valued by you.
One morning, Mr. Johnson entered the classroom where he teaches, holding a $100 note. After a few moments, when the students finally quieted down, he raised his hand that was holding the note up and asked his students:“Who wants this bill?”
Of course, all of the children raised their hands, each hoping to be the lucky winner.
Mr. Johnson lowered his hand and proceeded to fold the note several times, and asked: “And now, who still wants the bill?”. Once more, all of the children raised their hands.
Next, Mr. Johnson threw the note on the floor, stepped on it, then picked it up and scrunched it into a dirty little ball. A few seconds later he cleared his throat and asked: “And now, who still wants the bill?”. All of the students laughed, as they were surprised by the teacher’s behavior, but all of them still raised their hands.
Mr. Johnson then asked the class: “And what did you learn from this?”
None of the students answered, as they didn’t understand what it is that they were supposed to learn.
Mr. Johnson stood in the middle of the class, holding the wrinkled note and said: “You, my dear pupils, are like this $100 bill. Sometimes people will hurt you, step on you, crush you and mock you. You must remember then that each of you has value, each of you is special and unique, and just like this bill didn’t change its value when I folded it or stepped on it, no one else can lower your value either.
A
November 01, 21:31The Mouse Trap- A Tale Of Helping Others..
A little mouse woke up one morning in its lair, yawned, stretched and prepared for the upcoming day. When it peered out of its hole in the wall of the farmer’s house, he saw the farmer and his wife struggling to open a large package laying on the floor. “I wonder what kind of food is inside”the mouse thought to himself, only to realize that it’s not food, but rather a clever mouse trap.
The mouse quickly ran out of the house screaming: “There’s a mouse trap in the house! There’s a mouse trap in the house!” A well-fed hen that was sitting and enjoying the morning sun, lazily raised its head and clucked: “Mr. Mouse, I see it’s something that greatly troubles you, but it has no effect on me. Please stop interrupting my sleep and go somewhere else.”
The mouse hurried along, looking for other animals it can warn about the great danger, and when he saw the sheep, he called: “There’s a mouse trap in the house! There’s a mouse trap in the house!” The sheep bleated back: “I really do feel for you, Mr. Mouse, but there’s nothing I can do, but I wish you well, and good luck!”
The mouse continued on, and came to the cow shed almost out of breath. When he saw the cow, he shouted: “There’s a mouse trap in the house! There’s a mouse trap in the house!” The cow used its tail to banish an annoying fly, nodded her head sadly, and said: “Oh dear! Believe me that I truly feel for your plight, but as a cow, I can’t find a reason to leave the shed.”
Rejected and humiliated, the mouse returned to the farmhouse, knowing full well that it would have to deal with the trap on his own.
Later that night, a loud noise interrupted everyone’s sleep – it seemed that the mousetrap has finally caught its prey. The farmer’s wife got out of bed all excited and hurried to see the little bandit that was caught in the trap. However, in the darkness, she could not see that what was caught in the trap is not the tail of a gray little mouse, but the tail of a poisonous snake.
The snake bit the wife and the farmer had to rush her to the hospital.
After a while, the farmer and his wife went back home, but then her fever spiked and would not go down. Since it is known that the best cure for a fever is fresh chicken soup, the farmer quickly went outside and turned the chicken into soup.
The farmer’s wife drank the soup, but alas – her fever did not go down. The rumor about her condition spread like wildfire, which led to visits from concerned friends and family members. The farmer was happy to see so many people in the house, but to feed them he had to throw a large dinner, and serve a rack of lamb as the main course.
Everyone ate the food and thanked the farmer, but all of the best wishes and prayers were for naught, and a week later, the farmer’s wife passed away. Many more people came to pay their respects, and to thank them all, the farmer served his prize cow as juicy steaks.
The mouse was watching the events unfold from his little hole, and sighed.
We often hear of someone who’s in trouble, but when it doesn’t directly affect us, we may decide not to lend a hand. Life, however, is a journey, a major part of which requires mutual responsibility, and when the weakest person in society is in peril, we should all feel threatened. If we help each other we will be stronger together, but if we think only of ourselves we end up hurting everyone.
Amaica..
November 01, 14:40Happy Divali To All
Time for some punjabi samosas!!! Diwali specials!!!
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Kris
October 29, 17:04Oh, amaica, I have no hard feelings against the lady, don’t even know her personally, but that’s what I heard from the in laws, I guess everyone has there different sides, good and bad, even I do, I no saint, lol, your life is like the energizer bunny, Goin going going, but that’s good, at lest you are doing good for those around you, I got great weather to finish three drains in the land, had some tractor work, but did not get the police escorts for it, and now the rains are here again, oh well, until the sun, the rain is welcomed though after such heat and dry weather,
Liman keep good and do say hello from time to time
I it’s Trinity and MU
Amaica..
October 29, 23:20Kris …. You’re a very productive business woman.
When that project is over try and get one with this new regime.
They are looking for people like you. You are young and capable.
My friend OS got one… thought that one was quick..
Kris… I’m always getting buff for extending myself…tonight someone
told KR that next week it’s our treasurer’s birthday and also her husband’s.
They are a very hard working and dedicated couple in the community
but don’t like to celebrate their birthday… Don’t like their names called etc.
My friend from the printery and I together said OK we will celebrate next week.
Girl we are here today gone tomorrow let’s make people happy..
Still got house cleaning to do but like Hunaman I have faith in God…
My BIL is a man who is very meticulous … Did everything right and by the book.
He is a perfectionist ..His home and surroundings are meticulously clean and tidy.
Plays competitive golf… Vegetarian… No alcohol consumption..believes in serving
the less fortunate.. Through SBOI he helped build several homes .. Not a builder
but is always there with the seva crew…and he suddenly fell ill.
Remember once I mentioned about KR friend at work…. similar….
The children from Oman is here… Leaving next week… It’s very hard for the family.
KR is the younger brother but totally opposite… Monday could fall on a Friday type
of guy… He always depend on his big brother like a father…since the parents died
they have become even closer and I’ve witnessed his brother being there for him
at all times. He is in the NS and we are praying that the situation will reverse
and improve.This is one time we pray for a miracle and forget about thy will be done.
I believe if we ask God for what we want … He will listen to our call.
The close relatives unanimously wish for a miracle in this situation…
Kris like everyone one else… Sometimes close relatives tend to focus on the thorns
And not the beauty of the rose…This is one lesson that I have to remember and apply.
So we were hit by an unexpected storm … The waters are rough and choppy
The tides are high but we’ll ride the waves until it takes us to the shore.
Kris
October 30, 10:30Oh amaica my dear you are truly an inspiration to me, I do admire you and the family, your BIL sounds like a wonderful person indeed, so sorry to about him, hope everything is OK, girl leave everything in the hands of the almighty he will take care of everything, you need not worry, there’s only so much modern meds could do, and you know about karma, whatever has to happen, whatever you are destined to face in this lifetime has already been written from conception, we cannot change our fate, but put God before everything we dodo, and in whatever we do, girl it is easy to preach to others in time of difficulty but when you have to face it is a different case, I wish your family God’s grace and blessings to give you all the courage to face this time of sorrow, I truly wish him all the best, with all his hood deeds, only God will do what is right by him, just keep faith, I know it has helped me tremendously in the past.
Girl, you know how they say not to start any work etc during Pitri Paksh, we’ll, I had no choice, since we had good weather, to start drains on the land, in any ways, my guru does not preach that aspect, we’ll everything went really well, I got good weather till all was done, and the day after, we’ll it raining everyday, really, my contractor said, God really on my side, really, rains fell all around the land during the work, only after, I’m really lucky,
Got some more work, but tractor ain’t reach yet, oh well
I will have to approach the gov for something yes, I will reapply for a commissioner of affidavits, I did, but never got it under the last gov, even though we knew from Pm down,
Well, all the best dear,
Amaica..
October 31, 00:27Kris… I know that you are busy and yet you responded so promptly.
Thank you. Just felt that I had to tell you.
Yes karma and the Grace of God is our only hope.
Like I told her this afternoon that I don’t believe in – Thy will be done..
I pray and I ask God for what I want like I’ll ask my Mother.
Remember the story of Savitri in the Ramayana..
He was suppose to come home this afternoon but not until Monday
now. Sodium levels are very low.. He is much brighter today.. Thank God.
Well life … Expect the unexpected …
Kris…you were well guided ..
Amaica..
October 31, 00:34Part of my message was erased.
The land development is completed now.. That’s great.
Approach this new set you might stand a better chance.
My friend got a contract at Campden ..you know the rest.
Same bottle different cover..In this country you have to
play your game smart but clean..else you’ll be left out.
Liman Anthony
October 27, 04:07Hi Amaica, Kris and pv family.
Thanks Amaica, enjoying every bit of your write-ups. I visit constantly. All my write-ups are not posted, network I guess.
For all of us, 2015 will end in praise. Best wishes
Amaica..
October 29, 10:11This is reality.., I am guilty of looking at the thorns…
Don’t leave the rose because of the thorns! Even the thorns have a purpose, else the rose cannot exist! So, a rose cannot exist without thorns. If you keep looking only at the thorns then you will lose the beauty of the rose. If you go to the garden, and look only at the thorns without enjoying the flower, then you will become unhappy. Small things are enough to make the mind lose it’s center. Just become aware of it, then you will win over it. So there is beauty in every person. Look at that, not at the thorn, look at the flower. This is important to understand. Nobody is less or more.
Amaica..
October 29, 10:21Hi Kris…, Saw your lovely sis with her two beautiful daughters yesterday afternoon.
Just said hi we were both busy…
You are a person well organized so I’m sure your projects with land and home
is about completed.
I’m still trying to fit in everything… Invitations so many prayer.., sick relative in NH..
Household chores..helping out with the foreigners and everything else that props up.
Two children from SSangh birthday is celebrated today in SS… Stayed up last night
and did cup cakes… got to make the children feel special also.
Off to the NS to visit BIL.
Take care… Love you.,
Hi PV Ladies…SJ.. Liman .. Trin.. Others… Love you all and God Bles..
Liman .. Thank you.. But I can’t take credit for the write… Came from different sources.
You feel free to share anything that inspires you on this page..
Kris
October 25, 13:23Hey amaica, nice read, did enjoy reading, this site giving trouble, I rarely go on the pic these days, trying to finish cleaning house, not getting very far in doing so,
Take care,
A
October 26, 23:07Hey Kris…
I am in and out of the cleaning mode… With KR’s brother being ill
the enthusiasm is just not there…hope to get some help on Wednesday.
OS spent the afternoon with us… In fact we were at the brothers home.
I know how you feel about her but she has her good side …
How’s your sister , I have not seen the family around recently.
Tell her I said Hello…I have something to tell you but incan’t on
this page ..
Trin is busy with her baby now … SJ and Liman visit once a month.
A
October 24, 14:40THE
BRICK
A young and successful executive was traveling down a neighborhood street,
going a bit too fast in his new Jaguar.. He was watching for kids darting out from
between parked cars and slowed down when he thought he saw something.
As his car passed, no children appeared. Instead, a brick smashed into the Jag’s side door!
He slammed on the brakes and backed the Jag back to the spot where the brick had been thrown.
The angry driver then jumped out of the car, grabbed the nearest kid and pushed him up
against The parked car shouting, ‘What was that all about and who are you?
Just what the heck are you doing? That’s a new car and that brick you threw is going to cost a lot of money. Why did you do it?’ The young boy was apologetic. ‘Please, mister…please, I’m sorry but I didn’t
know what else to do,’ He pleaded. ‘I threw the brick because no one else would stop….’
With tears dripping down his face and off his chin, the youth pointed to a spot just around a parked car.. ‘It’s my brother, ‘he said ‘He rolled off the curb and fell out of his wheelchair and I can’t lift him up.
Now sobbing, the boy asked the stunned executive, ‘Would you please help me get him back into his wheelchair? He’s hurt and he’s too heavy for me.’
Moved beyond words, the driver tried to swallow the rapidly swelling lump in his throat… He hurriedly lifted the handicapped boy back into the wheelchair, then took out a linen handkerchief and dabbed at the fresh
scrapes and cuts. A quick look told him everything was going to be okay. ‘
Thank you and may God bless you..the grateful child told the stranger, Too shook up for words, the man simply watched the boy! push his wheelchair-bound brother down the sidewalk toward their home..
It was a long, slow walk back to the Jaguar. The damage was very noticeable, but the driver never bothered to repair the dented side door. He kept the dent there to remind him of this message: ‘
Don’t go through life so fast that someone has to throw a brick at you to get your attention!’
God whispers in our souls and speaks to our hearts Sometimes when we don’t have
time to listen, He has to throw a brick at us. It’s our choice to listen or not..
————
God didn’t promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow,
sun without rain, but He did promise strength for the
day, comfort for the tears, and light for the way.
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I believe that this story was posted here before by either Kris or Suni..
Reminders are always valuable…. Have a great weekend… Be Blessed.
Amaica
October 22, 22:22When asked what he wished to become, as a young man, Nobel Laureate Albert Einstein was reported to have said, “I want to become a useful person, not a successful person.”Asked what he meant by it, the eminent physicist replied, “A successful person is one who takes from society more than what he gives it. A useful person is one who gives the society more than what he takes from it.”
STAY CALM
When you feel like saying something
That you know you will regret,
Or keenly feel an insult
Not quite easy to forget,
That’s th e time to curb resentment
And maintain a mental peace,
For when your mind is tranquil
All your ill thoughts simply cease.
It’s easy to be angry
When defrauded or defied,
To be peeved and disappointed
If your wishes are denied;
But to win a worthwhile battle
Over selfishness and spite,
You must learn to keep strict silence
Though you know you’re in the right.
So keep your mental balance
When confronted by a foe,
Be it enemy in ambush
Or some danger that you know.
If you are poised and tranquil
When all around is strife,
Be assured that you have mastered
The most vital thing in life.
Grenville Kleiser
Amaica
October 20, 22:41When Mahatma Gandhi was studying law at the University College of London, a white professor, whose last name was Peters, disliked him intensely and always displayed prejudice and animosity towards him..
Also, because Gandhi never lowered his head when addressing him as he expected, there were always “arguments” and confrontations. One day, Mr. Peters was having lunch at the dining room of the University, and Gandhi came along with his tray and sat next to the professor. The professor said, “Mr Gandhi, you do not understand. A pig and a bird do not sit together to eat.”
Gandhi looked at him as a parent would a rude child and calmly replied, “You do not worry professor. I’ll fly away,” and he went and sat at another table. Mr. Peters, reddened with rage, decided to take revenge on the next test paper, but Gandhi responded brilliantly to all questions.
Mr. Peters, unhappy and frustrated, asked him the following question. “Mr Gandhi, if you were walking down the street and found a package, and within was a bag of wisdom and another bag with a lot of money, which one would you take?” Without hesitating, Gandhi responded, “The one with the money, of course.”
Mr. Peters, smiling sarcastically said, “I, in your place, would have taken the wisdom, don’t you think?” Gandhi shrugged indifferently and responded, “Each one takes what he doesn’t have.”
Mr. Peters, by this time was fit to be tied. So great was his anger that he wrote on Gandhi’s exam sheet the word “idiot” and gave it to Gandhi.. Gandhi took the exam sheet and sat down at his desk, trying very hard to remain calm while he contemplated his next move.
A few minutes later, Gandhi got up, went to the professor and said to him in a dignified but sarcastically polite tone, “Mr. Peters, you signed the sheet, but you did not give me the grade.”
Amaica
October 19, 17:01Kris I thought of you when I read this…
Liman I know you’ll like this one..
SJ .. I’m sure you are familiar with these statements..
Trin… Soon you’ll be using some of these…
Subject: Home Schooling Back In The Day….
1. My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE.
“If you’re going to kill each other, do it outside, I just finished cleaning.”
2. My mother taught me RELIGION.
“You better pray that will come out of the carpet.”
3. My father taught me about TIME TRAVEL.
“If you don’t straighten up, I’m going to knock you into the middle of next week!”
4. My father taught me LOGIC.
” Because I said so, that’s why.”
5. My mother taught me MORE LOGIC .
“If you fall out of that swing and break your neck, you’re not going to the store with me.”
6. My mother taught me FORESIGHT.
“Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you’re in an accident.”
7. My father taught me IRONY.
“Keep crying, and I’ll give you something to cry about.”
8. My mother taught me about the science of OSMOSIS .
“Shut your mouth and eat your supper.”
9. My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM.
“Just you look at that dirt on the back of your neck?”
10. My mother taught me about STAMINA.
“You’ll sit there until all that spinach is gone.”
11. My mother taught me about WEATHER.
“This room of yours looks as if a tornado went through it.”
12. My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY.
“If I told you once, I’ve told you a million times, don’t exaggerate!”
13. My father taught me the CIRCLE OF LIFE.
“I brought you into this world, and I can take you out…”
14. My mother taught me about BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION .
“Stop acting like your father!”
15. My mother taught me about ENVY.
“There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don’t have wonderful parents like you do.”
16. My mother taught me about ANTICIPATION.
“Just wait until we get home.”
17. My mother taught me about RECEIVING.
“You are going to get it from your father when he gets home!”
18. My mother taught me MEDICAL SCIENCE.
“If you don’t stop crossing your eyes, they are going to get stuck that way.”
19. My mother taught me ESP.
“Put your sweater on; don’t you think I know when you are cold?”
20. My father taught me HUMOUR.
“When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don’t come running to me.”
21. My mother taught me HOW TO BECOME AN ADULT .
“If you don’t eat your vegetables, you’ll never grow up.”
22. My mother taught me GENETICS.
“You’re just like your father.”
23. My mother taught me about my ROOTS.
“Shut that door behind you, do you think you were born in a barn?”
24. My mother taught me WISDOM.
“When you get to be my age, you’ll understand.
25. My father taught me about JUSTICE .
“One day you’ll have kids, and I hope they turn out just like you !”
Kris
October 19, 19:45Lol every time I read this I picture my mother lol
Well our boy gypsy son charged with drugs
Nice sun to finish off some work on the land, according to the weather reports looks like we in for more sunny weather which is good for me to finish the earth works and start on the second phase of development, I’m good, ramleela finish, house cleaning painting and renovation time,
Sigh, no rest for the wicked
Kris
October 19, 20:01Just read below, lol, forgot to order roti, thank God for you yes girl, second day of ramleela wewhad big Hugh fat slices of soda roti three coolers of it and tiny bit of fry aloo and even tinyer bit of tomato choka, next day roti thin like paper, could not even open tiny slices, and the most delish baigan and tomato choka and twice the amount for the roti, roti dine and tons of both choka remaining, both nights sold a slice for $10. Hmm, the doubles was so delish, the put tiny bit of Chana, Bara finish the had to share out and throw away Chana, for them to put enough in the beginning, they doing it for charity, but you cannot be so mingy one time, sad to say I was part of the committee, thinking twice now about continuing with them I have my own charity organization anyways,
OK is a real drama queen, she related to rvr aunty, she helped them steal the grandfather lands to get the lion share, then she’d go Park in front my mil gate blocking them bold faced and still get on nasty with my bir when he tell her anything, they have an unpleasant history with her, and when she was a master in the HC she was rude and unlikable,
I am sorry to say these things my dear, I know she is your friend and all that.
They had put her under house arrest and she still a supporter, hmm, can’t understand some people nah
Kris
October 19, 20:02OS
Amaica
October 20, 19:58Kris….Girl Drama everywhere….So sad to learn about the Tobago attorney
and his wife murder…like they want to run out foreigners from Tobago and
also take their property away… So sorry, I encourage my son to buy land there.
Girl you are young and able… so better to develop the land and finish that project.
Ramleela was only three days…Choka and roti always great…doubles with little
channa…hmmm .. Include pepper roti next time..
.My friend attended but I could not because our group had Satsangh almost everyday..
my bil next door is not well…so not much going out for us…kr is work and home.
Whenever I read an article that I think others will benefit from I post .. just to keep
the forum active… I love the one with the eagle and the snake . please share
something also… looking forward…
Prep for Divali is slowly coming along…got a tech to repaint my mil
refrigerator for eight hundred dollars.. sent it off immediately.
Next he’s coming to service the industrial stoves…
So much to do at the end of the day. Will keep in touch. Bye.
Amaica
October 20, 20:30Kris I’m not surprised to hear about os..
she is capable of all that you mentioned.
She’s related to RVR aunty… Sad to hear about the land.
OS and I also share a first aunty on the ram–chan side.
Our relationship was strengthened through SBOI.
KR’s mom and the entire family has great respect for her…
She’s always there with us in good and bad times.
Don’t feel bad for mentioning..Like a coin …. two sides.
Anonymous
October 18, 22:06The Eagles Does Not a Fight The Snake On The Ground.
An eagle does not fight a snake on the ground. It picks it up and changes grounds, then releases it back to the ground.
A snake has no stamina, no power, no balance in the air. It is useless, weak and vulnerable unlike on the ground where it is deadly, wise and powerful.
Take your fight to the spirit realm and when you are in the spiritual realm God takes charge.
Don’t fight in the physical realm change grounds like an eagle.
You will be assured of a clean uncontested victory.
This is my advise for you today as you get ready to usher into a challenging time of the year.
May God guide and protect us always..
Isaac 98.1FM… The Promise.
A
October 18, 21:46“You’ve heard the name Deepak Chopra. You might know he’s a Harvard-trained meditative physician who’s written more than 80 books (and has 20-plus New York Times bestsellers). But this New Age guru’s thoughts, successes, and goals, and his history that led him here, it will stop you in your tracks.
Jamie and Deepak talked about a huge variety of topics — his career path; his thoughts on money, goals, success, synchronicity; and even his best mistake.
The seven following tidbits are the most meaningful insights from that conversation”…
The Seven Rules For Living A Great Life… From Deepak Chopra..
1. Pursue excellence. Ignore success.
Deepak believes we can control the seeds we plant, but not the fruits of those seeds. Rather than striving for external validation, we should focus on being excellent at whatever work is before us. He questions our very definition of success. What matters is our own perception of what we’ve done, not anyone else’s.
2. Life isn’t about long-term goals. It’s about right now.
During medical school, Deepak attended a lecture about goals and tried to plan his long-term goals accordingly — for all of two days. He gave up, and since then, he’s not set a single long-term goal. He prefers to live each day as it comes.
3. Mistakes are some of our biggest opportunities.
When I asked Deepak about the best mistake he ever made, he described the day he left his endocrinology fellowship in Boston. His professor asked him for information on a patient, and the young Dr. Chopra consulted notes in his file. The professor then chastised him publicly for not having this information memorized. Deepak “lost [his] temper,” dumped the file on his supervisor’s head, and walked out of his fellowship.
He initially had trouble finding another position and had to take a subpar emergency room job for $6 an hour. Now, he says this was the best mistake he ever made, because that was the beginning of his path to following his bliss. That step is what eventually led him to holistic medicine.
4. The deeper you go, the higher you fly.
Many of us struggle to find answers to life’s big questions. What should our next career move be? Is this the right person to spend my life with? When I asked Deepak how he seeks answers, he was adamant that all the answers we need lie within us. The tough part is to really get quiet, listen, and then heed that wisdom.
5. You can’t win big if you don’t take big risks.
When making decisions, Deepak typically opts for the “calculated risk, where the payoff [is] bigger.” Despite his meditative presence, which many people equate with complacency, he was born for adventure and takes whatever chances he thinks might pay off. Sometimes they do, and sometimes they don’t. But the only way to know is to try.
6. An unhealthy lifestyle almost always precedes the birth of a wellness junkie.
At the beginning of his American medical career, the young Dr. Chopra fell into the lifestyle of many Americans (especially those in high-stress jobs, such as doctors), which included smoking, drinking, and “a lot of drama.” Fortunately, this stress eventually led him to take up a meditation practice, which he’s now shared with millions of people around the globe.
7. Truly great people would rather do than discuss.
During our time together, there was just one question he wouldn’t answer. He said, “I don’t like to talk about the entity called ‘Deepak Chopra.’”
A
October 18, 19:38Maybe you heard this one before
TAP ON THE SHOULDER
This is a true story from the Manchester Evening News:
Last Wednesday, a Passenger in a Taxi heading for Salford Station leaned over to ask the Driver a question and gently tapped him on the shoulder to get his attention.
The Driver screamed, lost control of the Taxi, nearly hit a bus, drove up over the curb and stopped just inches from a large plate glass window.
For a few moments everything was silent in the Taxi. Then, the shaking Driver said, “Are you OK? I’m so sorry, but you scared the daylights out of me. ”
The badly shaken Passenger apologized to the Driver and said, “I didn’t realize that a mere tap on the shoulder would startle someone so badly. ”
The Driver replied, “No, no, I’m the one who’s sorry, it’s entirely my fault. Today is my very first day driving a Taxi. I’ve been driving a Hearse for 25 years .”
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Amaica
October 12, 23:33Hi Kris…. Hope that you are not working too hard.
Your friend Farris has revealed some hidden truths
about the former AG and exorbitant legal fees paid to friends..
Hi SJ…. Big hugs from me to you..
Trin…What’s new with the little Mama..
Liman… Why are you so quiet my friend..
Suni/ Afresh…Our . Super Brain Girls..
Raji… Namaste…hope all is well..
MU… Are you still in Jamaica?
Kris
October 14, 17:11Yep, that I knew beforebefore,
Lots of wrong doing by previous gov
This one not better either, that hush yuh….. Mouth was directed at hinds for lewd comments towards kpb
Busy with land etc, contractors etc,
Hey all sj and others
Amaica
October 15, 15:48Still have land for sale Kris…I know someone who’ll be interested.
Today is special Satsangh for Navathri ..and the people responsible
forget to order the roti… How do you like that… Luckily I discover it
on time today and beg the girl to take the order.
OS called… Bragging about FAW.. Badmouthing the other side..
sometimes I just can’t take her on. too full of herself..
KR just came in will keep in touch..
Amaica
October 09, 21:27YOU ARE THE BEST by Andy Rooney
If you will take the time to read these. I promise you’ll come away with an enlightened perspective. The subjects covered affect us all on a daily basis:
They’re written by the late Andy Rooney (ex-60 Minutes USA), a man who had the gift of saying so much with so few words. Enjoy…….
I’ve learned…. That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person.
I’ve learned…. That when you’re in love, it shows.
I’ve learned…. That just one person saying to me, ‘You’ve made my day!’ makes my day.
I’ve learned…. That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world.
I’ve learned…. That being kind is more important than being right.
I’ve learned…. That you should never say no to a gift from a child.
I’ve learned…. That I can always pray for someone when I don’t have the strength to help him in some other way.
I’ve learned…. That no matter how serious your life requires you to be, everyone needs a friend to act goofy with.
I’ve learned…. That sometimes all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand.
I’ve learned…. That simple walks with my father around the block on summer nights when I was a child did wonders for me as an adult.
I’ve learned…. That life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes.
I’ve learned…. That we should be glad God doesn’t give us everything we ask for.
I’ve learned…. That money doesn’t buy class.
I’ve learned…. That it’s those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular.
I’ve learned… That under everyone’s hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved.
I’ve learned…. That to ignore the facts does not change the facts.
I’ve learned…. That when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt you.
I’ve learned…. That love, not time, heals all wounds.
I’ve learned…. That the easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself with people smarter than I am.
I’ve learned…. That everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile.
I’ve learned…. That no one is perfect until you fall in love with them.
I’ve learned… That life is tough, but I’m tougher.
I’ve learned…. That opportunities are never lost; someone will take the ones you miss.
I’ve learned…. That when you harbour bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.
I’ve learned…. That I wish I could have told my Mom that I love her one more time before she passed away.
I’ve learned…. That one should keep his words both soft and tender, because tomorrow he may have to eat them.
I’ve learned…. That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks.
I’ve learned…. That when your newly born grandchild holds your little finger in his little fist, that you’re hooked for life.
I’ve learned…. That everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you’re climbing it.
I’ve learned…. That the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done.
Amaica
October 09, 20:31Use the good china everyday as today is all that matters.
We all know someone who keeps plastic covers on his or her couch in order to protect it. The irony is that many of these people may live their lives without ever having actually made contact with their own furniture! This is a poignant and somewhat humorous example of the human tendency to try to save things for special occasions, as if everyday life weren’t special enough to warrant the use of nice things. Many of us have had the experience of never wearing a particular piece of clothing in order to keep it nice, only to have it go out of style in the meanwhile.
It’s interesting to think of what it would mean to us if we let ourselves wear our nicest clothes and eat off the good china on a daily basis. We might be sending ourselves the message that every day we are alive is a special day and a cause for celebration, and that we are worth it. There is something uplifting about treating ourselves to the finest of what we have. It is as if we rise to the occasion when we wear our best clothes and set the table beautifully, as if for a very special guest. We are more mindful of where we place things, what we are eating, and who is with us. Using the good china, eating in the dining room, and taking the plastic off the sofa might be an invitation to be more conscious of the beauty and grace inherent in our everyday lives.
If there are things you’ve stashed away for a special occasion—a bottle of special wine, a gorgeous pair of shoes, an antique lace tablecloth—consider taking them out of their hiding places and putting them to use tonight, just because you are alive now to enjoy them, and that’s a great cause for a celebration.
Message from SJ
October 05, 23:49I hope you don’t mind me moving up your message….. amaica.
SJ
October 4, 2015 at 8:36 pm
Hello my dearest AMAICA how are you my darling and everyone my for am friend
Miss every one hello and love to everyone hope everyone is goodTrinty trinty how are you congrats to you for your bundle of joy your baby girl
What is with heels I know trinty is obsess with the heels hillarious
What did you name the baby
Hello kriss hope everyone is well I’m family your back and knee must be ok
I know you had many health issues you are such a possitive person with such a good spritsSo is. My AMAICA my mentor and adviser and lovesne very much
Lots of love AMAICA to you and everyone
Amaica
October 05, 23:53Hi SJ Sweetheart…. Lots of love… Hugs and kisses to you…
Always a pleasure to see you here… Take care… Bye.
Kris
October 03, 14:48Oh Trins enjoy that little bundle of joy as much as you can, soak in every little thing, she’d grow up do fast, mine always loved the high heels her tiny feet would be in those big shoes, cute
Headache eh, it gets bigger and bigger the bigger she gets, and won’t go away lol my Lil one only 9 already getting the hormones etc, I hope she does not develop too quickly
Amaica dear my grandfather was 97 in sound mind riding his bike to penal to collect his pension my father died few days short of 84 was strong and in perfect mental state, both sides have longevity in the genes,
My mom has finally started to show her age, she looks a bit frail not, guess she overwork herself a bit, but hope she remains healthy for a long time
Well got someone to clear the land of the Bush, cost quite a bit, not satisfied with the work too much, but he boasting, hmm
Well going satsangh and unwind n relax
trinity
October 02, 20:05Happy Friday friends! Have a great weekend and enjoy it!
Date night with the husband, gonna leave the little one with her grandparents for a little while. My little girl love high heels!She smiled so brilliantly when I showed her my black 6″ pumps,I gonna carry her shopping!!!!!
Dylan says he has to get stronger tablets for headaches,because she’s miniature version of me. WELL I NEVER! LOL
Amaica...
October 02, 21:52Hi Everyone…
Trin… The chip don’t fall too far from the block.. Tanks for sharing..
SJ will surely laugh when she read about the high heels..
Liman… Happy Independence Day … God Bless Nigeria.
Kris… I’m back at the task ahead..Hardest thing to get is house help..
Some people will receive your generosity ..but when asked to work
will make a million excuse…ah sick , I go caah Wok..
I’ve decided to do my work and be healthy…and any body pass begging
I’ll interrogate them first before I give money or clothes..but food I’ll give.
#####,,,,,,,,,,Happy Birthday To Your Mom Kris,,,,,,,,,,#####
May God Bless Her With …Long Life ..Good Health …Peace and Happiness..
Amaica...
October 03, 04:04The Three Sisters Joke….
Three sisters of age 92, 94 and 96 live in a house together.
One night the 96 year old draws a bath, puts her foot in and pauses.
She yells down the stairs, “Was I getting in or out of the bath?”
The 94 year old yells back, “I don’t know, I’ll come up and see.”
She starts up the stairs and pauses, then she yells, “Was I going up the stairs or coming down?”
The 92 year old was sitting at the kitchen table having tea listening to her sisters.
She shakes her head and says, “I sure hope I never get that forgetful.” She knocks on wood for good measure.
She then yells, “I’ll come up and help both of you as soon as I see who’s at the door.”
Amaica...
October 03, 04:08Oh Kris… I just sa
I know your Mom is only 85 …
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October 03, 04:20Sorry my dear… was baking multi grain bread and it finished just as I was typing..
Preparing filling for Parmesan rolls …Nephew and his family from Huston
Is coming in today… Helping out his Mom.,,( next door).. Dad is not well.
Back to the above…. It’s not personal… All old folks are not forgetful
My FIL was 94 and OS Mom is also 94 ( got to visit her) very sharp..
Just found that one very silly… and had a good laugh at 4 am in the morning..
Enjoy your day… Love you. God Bless..
SJ
October 04, 20:36Hello my dearest AMAICA how are you my darling and everyone my for am friend
Miss every one hello and love to everyone hope everyone is good
Trinty trinty how are you congrats to you for your bundle of joy your baby girl
What is with heels I know trinty is obsess with the heels hillarious
What did you name the baby
Hello kriss hope everyone is well I’m family your back and knee must be ok
I know you had many health issues you are such a possitive person with such a good sprits
So is. My AMAICA my mentor and adviser and lovesne very much
Lots of love AMAICA to you and everyone
Liman Anthony
October 02, 15:24Thanks so much Kris.
Liman Anthony
October 01, 09:16Happy new month friends.
Celebrate with my dear country, Nigeria is 55.
Happy independence day, Nigeria.
Kris
October 01, 10:05Happy independence to your country
k@J@L
September 30, 20:09are u still here kris??
Kris
October 01, 10:06Sorry dear I had to leave you was nighttime
k@J@L
September 30, 17:47yes my fav is tashan e ishq…
What r u doling now??
Kris
September 30, 19:32Had some chores to finish I’m relaxing now looking at tashan e I
k@J@L
September 30, 16:18iam good how r u.
yes i saw noone was online except on this page so icame
kris
September 30, 17:28Yea, some of os come here now and then, what other serials do you look at
I tried Sarojini, but gosh, turned off already,
Tashan looks good so far.
k@J@!
September 30, 16:11hii….
kris
September 30, 16:15Hiiii, how are yoiu, hardly anyone comes here anymore, Amaica looks like she left 🙁
Amaica...
September 30, 16:35Hello Kajal…Hope you enjoy the rest of the afternoon.
Kris… Feeling sorry for her… Yea….try something.
Lectures at the Hyatt… Sounds interesting..
Where are you having Satsanghs…
I have no zeal to clean again ..
kris
September 30, 16:51lol, I started to clean then stopped too, girl, it gets harder as you get older yes.
we are having friday night at fireburn temple in freeport, uquire road, temple street, then saturday night at batchiya trace san francique, at SMI old place the temple on the hill, then monday night back at fire burn,
but i cannot go on sunday night as my mother is having a satsangh for her 84th birthday which will be on tuesday, but doing the satsangh on the sunday.
so weekend full, then thelittle one has ramleela practice, don’t knoh how i juggling all that
then our regular Swami Maheshvaranand is coming for a three nights next weekend at St. Johns in Cipero Road, so another full weekend, I dont mind I love satsangh, it is my passion.
Amaica...
September 30, 15:58“Hands and minds that help another without a selfish motive are greater than lips and voices that pray without divine intentions. One must earn one’s true efforts. However, one must realise that sometimes, one can only give and expect nothing back in return. When one does something helpful to another everyday for which one does not get paid nor rewarded, it is that particular deed that wipes the slat of one’s collective karma. Our human karma is the reason and cause for every single suffering or happiness we encounter. To do a kind and generous deed without any expectation in return is one of the most beautiful compensations of this life because in return we have helped our own soul divine and our own hearts to attain fuller joy, the larger spiritual delight of many lights!”
Amaica...
September 30, 16:07Kris… How are you my sister…
kris
September 30, 16:09Hey Amaic a, you came here early today,
well i see work start back on the southern main road,
hope the highway continues too, went down rousillac today, we have nice weather to cut the grass and i have about three more drains to do to get some more plots approved, hope i could get it done before the rains start back,
how are you and the family.
rvr was on holidays going back out tomorrow.
one of our swami ji is attending the hindu conference at the hyatt this weekend, we have a few nights lecture with him.
place so hot when the rain starts the sky will literally fall, more floods, whew.
well thats life, take care all
kris
September 30, 16:10oh tickets sales for superwoman is crazy, she did not get any tickets, but, i tell her we travelling and who knows she might meet her one day
Amaica...
September 30, 16:28Kris … I was thinking of you…
Girl this life can truly be described as
A bubble in the ocean..A cloud in the sky. .
and there’s not one thing anyone can do
to change the laws that govern this universe.
Nothing is permenant in this world…