Tag: death
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Choices
This time-encased existence we are in can lead to losing sight of what is most importantTemporary pleasures and worldly accolades are so fleeting When we are young, we can’t imagine this life ever being overWe can’t imagine turning into a white-haired, slower moving human Whether we die young or old, we can become wise and…
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Inspiring quotes
“”In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer” Albert Camus “Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome.” Booker T. Washington “The joy we feel has little to do with the circumstances…
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Grief
A song, a butterfly, leaves falling, moon risingEach of these bring sweet feelings of peace They also can bring memories of a time when I was well Before the brain injury, I was a musician– performing, singing, conducting, playing joyouslyIt stole away the sharing of this Stole my joy of listening to the beautiful concerts…
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Travelers
We traveled trillions of miles to come hereMaybe we experienced a bit of fear We journey through the womb to a bright placeThe familiar voice reveals a beautiful face Innocent, helpless, needing protectionFeeling love, abundant affection Learning, tasting, ever growingMountains, valleys, rivers flowing Climbing steep, dangerous roadsJagged cliffs, heavy loads Traveling to awe-inspiring placesSeeing many…
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The Speed of Life
As the brutal summer goes on and on, a memory came from last winter, saying, “it won’t be long before it’s scorching hot again”. The reality of the swiftness of the passing from one season to another posed a deeper thought into my mind. Not only are the seasons flying by, but our time on…
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You Do Make a Difference
Do you wonder if something you said a long time ago had an impact? Maybe one of your students doubted whether they had talent and at just the right moment you noticed their effort and gift and sincere, encouraging words flowed from you to them. Maybe it was a child, young person, or anyone in…