Finally Friday….and let the weekend begin….Hurray… There are days when job satisfaction reaches rock bottom and we’re only working for the weekend. Not that I have anything to grumble about life in general. I’m quite a positive guy, and generally life is relatively good to me…but sometimes things get hard to handle by yourself!
As I see it, most people tend not to be happy with what they currently have and always expect the future to be better. The present situation might not be ideal but, as I see it, it will be hard to have a brighter future unless we make an effort to improve our current situation!
Generally people always want to improve and achieve more. Nothing bad in that… I’m an ambitious guy myself … and one should always strive for the better. The problem occurs when we start spinning wheels in mud. Sometimes, the harder we try the deeper we go and the only way to get out is to release the gas pedal….and let someone else who is stronger and on more solid ground to pull us out. Failing to do so will only make us sink deeper, leading to frustration! ...
A very good friend of mine forward me this thought….
“If you always do what you've always done; you'll always get what you've always got.”
So yeah…myself…it might be prime time for a change… the thing is in what direction? Where? When? With whom? Guess this time I will just switch off the engine, wave a white flag and wait for someone to pull me out of the mud….In the meantime I will enjoy my present…which isn’t that bad after all…
Wish you all a great weekend :)
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
A perplexed mind
Today have so many thoughts passing through my mind that have been contemplating on what to write for quite some time, jotting down something, deleting it again, changing subject…etc. etc….however the theme remained the same….a perplexed mind trying to sort out his thoughts!
We’re born in a family of which members we have no control over at all. Country laws bind us to them for reciprocate well being….or not? As long as we’re living in an ‘ideal’ family it’s just a blessing but as soon as something contorts we end up in Hell.
On the other hand there are friends (not acquaintances) whom we choose. It might look like a simple thing, but having good friends is a feat in itself. I will not go into the merit of peer pressure etc. Usually it’s associated with teenagers but I have to say that it affects all sectors of society…. And the aim is always that of being accepted by fellows.
And here comes the crux…accepted by whom? Society? …. Ah well you just have to integrate….do as the others do … do as politicians say… and ...“Shut your mouth”.
Again…no one was remembered for being a follower. Only leaders in their respective fields are remembered in history be them either good or bad. Like Jesus, Mohammed, Buddha, Hitler and Einstein just to mention a few.
And yes Jesus was a great man….repeat man and no more; blasphemy for the Catholic Church. His teachings are iconic….but the church managed to screw it all up...as usual. Well same goes for the other religions. Far too many wars in the name of God!...What God? The fearful god or the loving one?....sorry always getting mixed up on that.
Even stranger…Jews, Muslims and Catholics (together with all their variations) all have the same God. This only leaves me thinking that Religions are just another barrier to safeguard territory…
Jews are seen as the martyrs in the hands of Hitler…. It was a really sad moment in history. Not to be forgotten…but surely not to be repeated…ever. So It hurts when I hear that Israel invests heavily in armaments and weapons. Well, they managed to do build a country out of Gaza Strip, taken from the Palestinians by the Allies….Same happened in Africa…raped by Europeans who managed to use the divide and conquer technique to grab minerals from such a fertile continent….
And what about what Japan did to China in World War 2 …. And now presumably China is going to do onto other continents….
And don’t forget America…..
And Iran….
Oh boy… From a global perspective we’re really living in a shitty world!
Luckily, in the micro scale, family and friends keep us going and make our life a bit more bearable.
….and so… will we ever be completely accepted anywhere? … I don’t think so!
We’re born in a family of which members we have no control over at all. Country laws bind us to them for reciprocate well being….or not? As long as we’re living in an ‘ideal’ family it’s just a blessing but as soon as something contorts we end up in Hell.
On the other hand there are friends (not acquaintances) whom we choose. It might look like a simple thing, but having good friends is a feat in itself. I will not go into the merit of peer pressure etc. Usually it’s associated with teenagers but I have to say that it affects all sectors of society…. And the aim is always that of being accepted by fellows.
And here comes the crux…accepted by whom? Society? …. Ah well you just have to integrate….do as the others do … do as politicians say… and ...“Shut your mouth”.
Again…no one was remembered for being a follower. Only leaders in their respective fields are remembered in history be them either good or bad. Like Jesus, Mohammed, Buddha, Hitler and Einstein just to mention a few.
And yes Jesus was a great man….repeat man and no more; blasphemy for the Catholic Church. His teachings are iconic….but the church managed to screw it all up...as usual. Well same goes for the other religions. Far too many wars in the name of God!...What God? The fearful god or the loving one?....sorry always getting mixed up on that.
Even stranger…Jews, Muslims and Catholics (together with all their variations) all have the same God. This only leaves me thinking that Religions are just another barrier to safeguard territory…
Jews are seen as the martyrs in the hands of Hitler…. It was a really sad moment in history. Not to be forgotten…but surely not to be repeated…ever. So It hurts when I hear that Israel invests heavily in armaments and weapons. Well, they managed to do build a country out of Gaza Strip, taken from the Palestinians by the Allies….Same happened in Africa…raped by Europeans who managed to use the divide and conquer technique to grab minerals from such a fertile continent….
And what about what Japan did to China in World War 2 …. And now presumably China is going to do onto other continents….
And don’t forget America…..
And Iran….
Oh boy… From a global perspective we’re really living in a shitty world!
Luckily, in the micro scale, family and friends keep us going and make our life a bit more bearable.
….and so… will we ever be completely accepted anywhere? … I don’t think so!
Monday, May 26, 2008
P.S. I love you
Yesterday I happened to watch a movie which sincerely I would have missed were I to choose a movie myself for that eve. Better still, I’m glad I happened to watch it.
Well, the movie is “p.s. I love you”. Quite a romantic movie compared to the genre of movies I tend to enjoy. Usually I opt for movies containing either intricate plots (such as organised crime, war politics etc) or else fantasy (witchcraft, magic, dragons etc.) … but well … this one was different … but admittedly have to say that it touched my heart.
Here’s the link:
http://psiloveyoumovie.warnerbros.com/
Actually thinking of it, the movie had a good intricate plot as planning in advance 10 letters together with all that went with them for one to follow the other is actually quite amazing. It might be true that this story is just a ‘fairy tale’ but I’m pretty sure there are lucky people out there who managed to find that peace which only true love can give….
The movie focused on the mourning of Holly after the loss of her husband Gerry and how Gerry, despite his cruel illness which led to his death, managed to plan ahead for Holly an ‘easy’ recovery for her to get on with life without him.
I would rather like to focus on what might have happened before Gerry’s death. The movie starts with the ‘usual’ quarrel between the couple. I might be biased here but as I see it women never know what they want, never manage to understand themselves but at the same time they want a man who understands them! Ah well as from my side I try to understand…but from experience men never get it right!... it’s always our fault. Hehe…
Ok Ok…joking apart. People tend to be so focused on career advancement, better salaries, bigger homes etc. that sometimes we tend to forget that the ones who are really dear to us might not be here tomorrow!...and then we spend the rest of our lives missing them when they’re gone!.... Funny eh?
What’s the point of striving hard for the future if we’re missing the present?
"The past is history; The future is a mystery; This moment is a gift; That is why this moment is called the present; Enjoy it."
~ Allan Johnson
Ah well, for sure I am not the one to dictate what’s right or wrong…. Just wanted to jot down some of my thoughts … and maybe … when I look back on my life I see the past as a happy moment, lucky to have been in it ; As life with all its odds…is still beautiful ;)
Well, the movie is “p.s. I love you”. Quite a romantic movie compared to the genre of movies I tend to enjoy. Usually I opt for movies containing either intricate plots (such as organised crime, war politics etc) or else fantasy (witchcraft, magic, dragons etc.) … but well … this one was different … but admittedly have to say that it touched my heart.
Here’s the link:
http://psiloveyoumovie.warnerbros.com/
Actually thinking of it, the movie had a good intricate plot as planning in advance 10 letters together with all that went with them for one to follow the other is actually quite amazing. It might be true that this story is just a ‘fairy tale’ but I’m pretty sure there are lucky people out there who managed to find that peace which only true love can give….
The movie focused on the mourning of Holly after the loss of her husband Gerry and how Gerry, despite his cruel illness which led to his death, managed to plan ahead for Holly an ‘easy’ recovery for her to get on with life without him.
I would rather like to focus on what might have happened before Gerry’s death. The movie starts with the ‘usual’ quarrel between the couple. I might be biased here but as I see it women never know what they want, never manage to understand themselves but at the same time they want a man who understands them! Ah well as from my side I try to understand…but from experience men never get it right!... it’s always our fault. Hehe…
Ok Ok…joking apart. People tend to be so focused on career advancement, better salaries, bigger homes etc. that sometimes we tend to forget that the ones who are really dear to us might not be here tomorrow!...and then we spend the rest of our lives missing them when they’re gone!.... Funny eh?
What’s the point of striving hard for the future if we’re missing the present?
"The past is history; The future is a mystery; This moment is a gift; That is why this moment is called the present; Enjoy it."
~ Allan Johnson
Ah well, for sure I am not the one to dictate what’s right or wrong…. Just wanted to jot down some of my thoughts … and maybe … when I look back on my life I see the past as a happy moment, lucky to have been in it ; As life with all its odds…is still beautiful ;)
Friday, May 23, 2008
Having a bad day? ...
There are days when one just feels that s/he can't take it anymore.
In that case there's nothing better than letting it be ... Having a good break helps... Eventually, things always tend to fall in place by themselves.
I once was given this quote which changed my perspective on the way of looking into problems:
"Happiness is like a butterfly: the more you chase it, the more it will elude you, but if you turn your attention to other things, it will come and sit softly on your shoulder." [Henry David Thoreau]
An in case the above does not hold I would suggest the hereunder pill, taken twice a day one in the morning and one before sleeping ideally after meals...hehe
In that case there's nothing better than letting it be ... Having a good break helps... Eventually, things always tend to fall in place by themselves.
I once was given this quote which changed my perspective on the way of looking into problems:
"Happiness is like a butterfly: the more you chase it, the more it will elude you, but if you turn your attention to other things, it will come and sit softly on your shoulder." [Henry David Thoreau]
An in case the above does not hold I would suggest the hereunder pill, taken twice a day one in the morning and one before sleeping ideally after meals...hehe
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Champions League Final - An eve to treasure
Manchester United won the Champions League by beating Chelsea on penalties after a breathless all-English final had finished 1-1 after extra time on Wednesday.
Well, if you expect a technical analysis of the game then you’re checking in the wrong place. I'm not much of a football fan myself but the Champions League final between Chelsea and Manchester Utd. was just a wonderful match to watch. Apart from being breathtaking from start to end, offensive from both sides, with missed goals and a 1-1 draw up to after the extra time leading to penalties and eventually Manchester coming out as victorious, I happened to watch the game with some of my dearest friends and great company.
Ah well, beer, flavoured popcorn and other spicy munchies weren’t missing either which made the eve surely one to remember and treasure. A day which makes you keep in mind that life is worth living and that good friends are the ones who keep the wheel turning.
Well, if you expect a technical analysis of the game then you’re checking in the wrong place. I'm not much of a football fan myself but the Champions League final between Chelsea and Manchester Utd. was just a wonderful match to watch. Apart from being breathtaking from start to end, offensive from both sides, with missed goals and a 1-1 draw up to after the extra time leading to penalties and eventually Manchester coming out as victorious, I happened to watch the game with some of my dearest friends and great company.
Ah well, beer, flavoured popcorn and other spicy munchies weren’t missing either which made the eve surely one to remember and treasure. A day which makes you keep in mind that life is worth living and that good friends are the ones who keep the wheel turning.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
My online Diary
My dear ones say I'm a busy guy always going from one thing to another.... well...it might sound strange but I decided to start my own blog and comment on what's happening around my little world of myself.
Any comments and suggestions are more than welcome as always... I'm quite an open minded guy ...
This is just a short message to get things up and running.... heating up the engine for future posts to come...
Any comments and suggestions are more than welcome as always... I'm quite an open minded guy ...
This is just a short message to get things up and running.... heating up the engine for future posts to come...
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