You've got it figured out already, huh. The title tells the whole story.
Yep, son #3 and two friends were driving back to school yesterday. The best and the brightest. Their school is the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs and they are all graduating next week. Thank God they are all graduating next week. It could have been a lot different.
They came home to drop off my son's stuff and spend a few days before all the graduation activities begin. Yesterday they headed back up to Colorado (from the Phoenix area) in son's fairly new huge, extended cab and bed, Chevy truck. Somewhere between Payson and Heber, a deer stepped out into the road. While swerving to avoid the deer, the rear wheel of the truck went off the pavement. From there they rolled. And rolled. And rolled. Three or four times - who counted?
With everything that went wrong - so much went right. It was a clear day. No traffic. The truck, amazingly enough, did not hit any trees. The air bags deployed. They all had their seat belts on. A few stitches in one head, and some sore muscles, but all three young men walked away.
Amazing. Now they walk into active duty for this country. May things always work out so well.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
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April 28, 2010
April 28, 2010
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Please take just a moment to link to this post on tiny buddha. The title is “The smallest deed is better than the greatest intention.” (John Burroughs)
I find this site to be very calming, yet thought-provoking at the same time. Much of it is common sense, yet often needs to be brought to the front of our thoughts. This particular post speaks to me because I see one of my own flaws being addressed, which is that I often assume if someone is not doing what they say they will do, I assume they do not care.
I say that, then I think about the times I have made excuses for people repeatedly. So is there a fine line? I mean, isn't it possible in many situations that those who do not follow through really just don't care? Or could it be that they haven't had the motivation because we always excuse them?
"Five seconds of an embrace is worth more than intentions to be loving."
I wish everyone could read this and take it to heart. I wonder how much hurt could be avoided by this simple principle.
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Please take just a moment to link to this post on tiny buddha. The title is “The smallest deed is better than the greatest intention.” (John Burroughs)
I find this site to be very calming, yet thought-provoking at the same time. Much of it is common sense, yet often needs to be brought to the front of our thoughts. This particular post speaks to me because I see one of my own flaws being addressed, which is that I often assume if someone is not doing what they say they will do, I assume they do not care.
I say that, then I think about the times I have made excuses for people repeatedly. So is there a fine line? I mean, isn't it possible in many situations that those who do not follow through really just don't care? Or could it be that they haven't had the motivation because we always excuse them?
"Five seconds of an embrace is worth more than intentions to be loving."
I wish everyone could read this and take it to heart. I wonder how much hurt could be avoided by this simple principle.
Sunday, April 25, 2010
It has gotten clearer through the day. Perspective is a wonderful thing. Life is wonderful. And I say that knowing that I am so tired of games and frustrations that I would rather be out on an island than just about anywhere. But I am amazed every time that when I feel down, God (or Life, or Karma, or a Higher Power - whatever you call it) puts people in a position to lift me up. Even strangers. Have you ever had a perfect stranger come up to you and say something that really lifts your spirits? I mean, right out of the blue! I have. They must be angels.
The Lesson My Friends Taught Me
t an amazing evening with a large group of friends. Some were old friends, some were brand new. I had a house concert at my house with some fabulous musicians from Ireland. Royalty of traditional Irish music.
The craic was amazing for all of us. It's 1:30 in the morning, and we began about 6:30. Music was constant. First the concert, then the seisiun. I will always be grateful for the attitude of these wonderful musicians who, after several hours of entertaining us, are willing to spend several more hours actually playing with us. I mean, really, there are miles between their abilities and ours. But it's all about the relationships, the craic, the music and not at all about the ego.
The craic was amazing for all of us. It's 1:30 in the morning, and we began about 6:30. Music was constant. First the concert, then the seisiun. I will always be grateful for the attitude of these wonderful musicians who, after several hours of entertaining us, are willing to spend several more hours actually playing with us. I mean, really, there are miles between their abilities and ours. But it's all about the relationships, the craic, the music and not at all about the ego.
Friday, April 23, 2010
What a Difference!
It's amazing what a really good night's sleep can do for you! Perspective comes back - reality is clear. I remember now why yesterday's events had to happen. Which makes me think.....Reality is all about perspective.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
It Never Stops Hurting
Every time. It's going to hurt. Might as well get used to it. Doesn't matter if you see it coming - it's going to hurt. The pain comes out from your gut and chest and takes over your body
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