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"Men wonder at the height of mountain, the huge waves of the sea, the broad flow of rivers, the course of the stars -- and forget to wonder at themselves." -- St. Augustine
We look at a grand landscape, a starry night, a magnificent sunset with awe. But, how many feel that same feeling when you are the receiver of a child's kiss when you are feeling down, a friend's recovery from a frightening illness, a walk in a hushed velvet night?
I read two really nice blogs here... one about the goodness in all people that sometimes gets lost when there is trauma brought into the picture, and the other about chemistry between two people in a relationship. But what about the glimpse of a reality that is beyond our normal life, when we see evidence that there truly is something beautiful, merciful and loving woven into our very own self?
Many ordinary people can be the most gifted bringers of wonder into our lives. There are so many compelling stories of people that possess that power of the spirit and bring others hope, courage, love and healing. Why not use the comment section at the end of this blog to tell us a story about someone like this (without naming names if you feel it would be too personal) and tell what it meant to you. We all are cognizant that compassion as well as medicine, forgiveness as well as knowledge can help bring renewed hope and life to us; perhaps, if others read of these short bios and stories of things others did to bring back that spark to our lives, it will do more for those that are feeling less than content, less than fortunate and they may rethink of experiences that helped them and even feel that blessing again and learn to use that feeling to get out from where they are now...
And if you are fortunate enough to have a special person in your life.. one that you enjoy (not even meaning a partner) but someone that every time you think of experiences you shared with him/her makes you smile, gives you a hug around your heart, and makes you want to reach for the phone to let them know you are thinking of them.. share it..
And for gramps: (again, Mr. Lou.. you ain't right, but you do find the funnies!!!)
$7 SEX
A Florida couple, both well into their 80s, go to a sex therapist's office. The doctor asks, 'What can I do for you?'
The man says, 'Will you watch us have sexual intercourse?'
The doctor raises both eyebrows, but he is so amazed that such an elderly couple is asking for sexual advice that he agrees.
When the couple finishes, the doctor says, 'There's absolutely nothing wrong with the way you have intercourse.'
He thanks them for coming, he wishes them good luck, he charges them $50 and he says good bye.
The next week, the same couple returns and asks the sex therapist to watch again. The sex therapist is a bit puzzled, but agrees. This happens several weeks in a row. The couple makes an appointment has intercourse with no problems, pays the doctor, then leave.
Finally, after 3 months of this routine, the doctor says, 'I'm sorry, but I have to ask. Just what are you trying to find out?'
The man says, 'We're not trying to find out anything.
She's married so we can't go to her house.
I'm married and we can't go to my house.
The Holiday Inn charges $98.
The Hilton charges $139.
We do it here for $50, and I get $43 back from Medicare!
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ladybuy2008
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Jun 9 @ 11:16AM
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Why not use the comment section at the end of this blog to tell us a story about someone like this (without naming names if you feel it would be too personal) and tell what it meant to you.
A person that has filled me with hope from the second I knew I was pregnant is, of course, my son. It would take a year to write all about this one person and how he has changed my life - all for the better. And he really didn't do a thing but be born, be himself and be mine. Someone I can love and spoil (in a good way) and be so proud to call my son. He lost his father in 1999 to cancer. With fathers day coming up, its a tough time for us. But even with losing his dad, losing other very important people in our lives, and having temptations all around - he has turned out to be one of the best young men around. He gives me hope, inspiration, pride, love and lots of smiles!!
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luvshorses644
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Jun 9 @ 12:34PM
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Ladybug...
Thanks for being brave ??? enough to post a comment; and such a wonderfully sentimental one. I am glad that your son came into your life also... he sounds like a wonderful young man who has a very caring and loving mom.
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K... as for me, yall already know that my granddad played a major role in my life by showing me that there is a really good life we each share though some are surrounded by difficulties, they stare so long at what is wrong, they sometimes are unable to see the good. But there is good there, standing past the difficulties waiting to be embraced.
My granddad also taught me to love to read.. what a great gift! This has opened more worlds for me to gaze at in wonder along with some other fine avenues, such as sight, and sound (yall know that music plays a huge part of my life)...
The others, are way to many to mention, but I wanted to make sure that I mention my family (my children, and others comprising that circle) and a few really good friends here that actually have taken the time to listen to me, and respond via email or phone... know this.. I will always be grateful for your time, compassion and sharing.
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burnslikethesun
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Jun 9 @ 12:51PM
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fenderchick
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Jun 9 @ 12:54PM
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The joke, loved it, too freaking funny. 
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misschoos
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Jun 9 @ 12:55PM
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Loved it!
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Alliegirl162
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Jun 9 @ 1:09PM
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  cute joke. I hope I can remember it the next time I'm out. 
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edthepoet
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Jun 9 @ 6:28PM
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Very awesome blog,bravo
I was blessed to have my grandparents, who showed me what unconditional love is by their actions. I was raised by my father who was a sorry drunk over my mother leaving him for eight years. During this time he was evil as it gets with the daily beatings and metal abuse no child show ever endure for even one minute.
They, came every week and gave my brother/sisters and I a love that would be the greatest tool to overcome the urge to pass it on to our children. It was funny, because they were off the boat Italians, so of course they always brought pasta and meatballs, which we so love dearly. what was funny was our dog Tippy would know they we coming several blocks before they arrive, mostly because they always brought him a plate full of wonderful pasta and meatballs,lol
I was also blessed that my father did make a major turn around and became the father he always should have been.
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Hansumm
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Jun 9 @ 6:33PM
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age has it's benefits. Too funny....thanks giving me a laugh.
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