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Something to think about
« on: Apr 25th, 2005, 11:20am » |
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I think this letter puts life into very stark perspective. Hopefully you think the same
George Carlin's wife recently passed away. The gross and mouthy comedian of the 70's and 80's has written something very eloquent... and so very appropriate for these times.
A wonderful Message by George Carlin:
The paradox of our time in history is that we have taller buildings but shorter tempers, wider freeways, but narrower viewpoints. We spend more, but have less, we buy more, but enjoy less. We have bigger houses and smaller families, more conveniences, but less time. We have more degrees but less sense, more knowledge, but less judgment, more experts, yet more problems, more medicine, butless wellness.
We drink too much, smoke too much, spend too recklessly, laugh too little, drive too fast, get too angry, stay up too late, get up too tired, read too little, watch TV too much, and pray too seldom.
We have multiplied our possessions, but reduced our values.
We talk too much, love too seldom, and hate too often. We've learned how to make a living, but not a life. We've added years to life not life to years. We've been all the way to the moon and back, but have trouble crossing the street to meet a new neighbor. We conquered outer space but not inner space.
We've done larger things, but not better things.
We've cleaned up the air, but polluted the soul. We've conquered the atom, but not our prejudice. We write more, but learn less. We planmore, but accomplish less. We've learned to rush, but not to wait. We build more computers to hold more information, to produce more copies than ever, but we communicate less and less.
These are the times of fast foods and slow digestion, big men and small character, steep profits and shallow relationships.
These are the days of two incomes but more divorce, fancier houses, but broken homes.
These are days of quick trips, disposable diapers, throwaway morality, one night stands, overweight bodies, and pills that do everything from cheer, to quiet, to kill. It is a time when there is much in the showroom window and nothing in the stockroom. A time when technology can bring this letter to you, and a time when you can choose either to share this insight, or to just hit delete.
Remember, spend some time with your loved ones, because they are not going to be around forever.
Remember, say a kind word to someone who looks up to you in awe, because that little person soon will grow up and leave your side.
Remember, to give a warm hug to the one next to you, because that is the only treasure you can give with your heart and it doesn't cost a cent.
Remember, to say, "I love you" to your partner and your loved ones, but most of all 'mean it'. A kiss and an embrace will mend hurt when it comes from deep inside of you.
Remember to hold hands and cherish the moment for someday that person will not be there again.
Give time to love, give time to speak, and give time to share the precious thoughts in your mind.
AND ALWAYS REMEMBER:
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.
If you don't send this to at least 8 people.... who cares?
George Carlin
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #1 on: Apr 25th, 2005, 11:23am » |
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thanks Thomas...
AND George!
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #2 on: Apr 25th, 2005, 11:29am » |
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I love that.. thank you Thomas. Definitely words to ponder there 
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #3 on: Apr 25th, 2005, 11:33am » |
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Right on, George. And Thomas. 
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #4 on: Apr 25th, 2005, 12:06pm » |
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Thanks, Thomas....a great quote to remember. The "hippy-dippy weatherman" has written a lot of thoughtful words, and hopefully will continue to do so for a long time
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #5 on: Apr 25th, 2005, 12:12pm » |
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Very nice....always thought George Carlin would be a hoot around a bonfire..........beers and sparks Pam
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #6 on: Apr 25th, 2005, 12:27pm » |
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Thomas, read my tag-line..........I should've given ole George credit.
In his own wacky way, George has the ability to make us look at ourselves and think. We keep a copy of his book."Brain Droppings" on the back of the toile.............in our, ahem...reading room!
Wouldnt you just love to spend an hour or so with George????????
Thank you, T.......you bring us soo much good here!
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #7 on: Apr 25th, 2005, 12:43pm » |
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That was great, thank you, Thomas!
Lots of important things to think and talk about.
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #8 on: Apr 25th, 2005, 6:07pm » |
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Nice Thomas and I like the tag line too.
I really like George. I'm considerably younger.
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #9 on: Apr 25th, 2005, 8:59pm » |
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I coulld here his voice when I was reading it 
I always loved that bird
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #10 on: Apr 25th, 2005, 9:26pm » |
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That was very powerful....
Thank you Thomas.
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #11 on: Apr 25th, 2005, 9:52pm » |
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Ok, made me cry, made me post after so long. Hey, life is short.
Smooches, hugs, and all that other good stuff to you all. It is what is important. 
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #12 on: Apr 26th, 2005, 1:47am » |
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WOW!
I have so many people I have to send this to. Rings true loud and clear.
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #13 on: Apr 26th, 2005, 1:56am » |
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Just sent it to mom
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #14 on: Apr 26th, 2005, 2:07am » |
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That was nice Thomas. Thanks
George has written some stuff that got him banned at WallMart. That's gotta be some kind of honor. Go George!
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Re: Something to think about
« Reply #15 on: Apr 26th, 2005, 6:06pm » |
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Very Touching Thomas.... Very Touching...
If brings tears of joy to my eyes.... ..
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