Vision

Once upon a time, a very strong woodcutter asked for a job with a timber merchant, and he got it. The pay was really good and so were the work conditions. For that reason, the woodcutter was determined to do his best. His boss gave him an axe and showed him the area where he was supposed to work. The first day, the woodcutter brought 21 trees. “Congratulations,” the boss said. “Go on that way!” Very motivated by the boss’ words, the woodcutter tried harder the next day but he only could bring 17 trees. The third day he tried even harder, but he only could bring 10 trees. Day after day he was bringing less and less trees. “I must be losing my strength”, the woodcutter thought. He went to the boss and apologized, saying that he could not understand what was going on. “When was the last time you sharpened your axe?” the boss asked. “Sharpen? I had no time to sharpen my axe...

God gave me an angel right here on earth She taught me values and gave me self worth She guides me though life with her wisdom, God’s light…she steers me from wrong, and leads me towards right. She stands by my side, When things are rough. She taught me in bad times, We need to be tough. She’s there when I need her, Through out all my years. She laughs with me in happy times, And comforts my tears. My angel on earth was sent from above, She’s paid not in wages but with eternal love, She’s been my confidante, my rock, my protector. And when God says her time is through, I know I won’t forget her. She needs not a halo or silken wings of grace, For the glory of God’s love shines upon her face. My guardian angel, Can be replaced by no other. She’s God’s gift to me, I call her my dear mother ! It is hard to believe that you are not coming back, I cannot be strong; it is courage that I lack. It has been months since your death happened, Although it stil...

No coward soul is mine, No trembler in the world's storm-troubled sphere: I see Heaven's glories shine, And faith shines equal, arming me from Fear.  O God within my breast, Almighty, ever-present Deity! Life - that in me hast rest, As I - Undying Life- have power in Thee ! Vain are the thousand creeds That move men's hearts, unutterably vain; Worthless as withered weeds Or idlest froth amid the boundless main. To waken doubt in one Holding so fast by Thine infinity; So surely anchored on The steadfast rock of immortality. With wide-embracing love Thy Spirit animates eternal years, Pervades and broods above, Changes, sustains, dissolves, creates and rears. Though Earth and moon were gone, And suns and universes ceased to be, And Thou wert left alone, Every Existence would exist in Thee. There is not room for Death, Nor atom that his might could render void: Thou - Thou art Being and Breath, And what Thou art may never be destroyed. By Emily Bronte

Have you ever watched kids o n a merry-go-round ? Or listened to the rain s lapping on the ground ? Ever followed a butterfly’s erratic flight ? Or gazed at the sun into the fading night ? You better slow down,  d on’t dance so fast; Time is short,  t he music won’t last. Do you run through,  e ach day on the fly ? When you ask “How are you ?”,  Do you hear the reply ? When the day is done,  d o you lie in your bed; With the next hundred chores,  r unning through your head ? You would better slow down,  d on’t dance so fast; Time is short,  t he music won’t last. Ever told your child,  w e will do it tomorrow ? And in your hast,  Not see his sorrow ? Ever lost touch,  l et a good friendship die; Cause you never had time,  t o call and say “Hi” ? You would better slow down,  d on’t dance so fast; Time is short,  t he music won’t last. When you run so fast to get somewhere; You miss half the fun of getting there. Wh...

One young academically excellent person went to apply for a managerial position in a big company. He passed the first interview, the director did the last interview, made the last decision. The director discovered from the CV that the youth's academic achievements were excellent all the way, from the secondary school until the postgraduate research, Never had a year when he did not score. The director asked, "Did you obtain any scholarships in school?" The youth answered "none". The director asked, " Was it your father who paid for your school fees?" The youth answered, "My father passed away when I was one year old, it was my mother who paid for my school fees." The director asked, " Where did your mother work?" The youth answered, "My mother worked as clothes cleaner. The director requested the youth to show his hands. The youth showed a pair of hands that were smooth and perfect. The director ...

One evening an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside all people. He said, 'My son, the battle is between two 'wolves' inside us all. One is Evil. It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego. The other is Good. It is joy, peace, love, hope, confidence, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith.' The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather: 'Which wolf wins?' The old Cherokee simply replied, 'The one you feed.'  So always think positive and be the master of self not the slave. Who looks outside, dreams; Who looks inside, awakes. ~ Carl Jung

These are few drops from the ocean of infinite (Upanishads) (1) Transliteration : Yo vai bhuma tat sukham, Nalpe sukham asti, Bhumaiva sukham. ...Upanishada... Translation : The Infinite is the satisfying happiness. In the finite no happiness can ever breathe. The Infinite alone is the fulfilling happiness. Meaning : The Life Infinite is the Delight Infinite. The finite is a stranger to the infinite Happiness. Infinity without Delight means the creation without a Creator. Indeed, this is absurd. Delight without Infinity means the Creator without the creation. Indeed, this is equally absurd. (2) Transliteration : Anandadd hy eva khalv imani bhutani jayante, Anandena jatani jivanti Anandam prayantyabhisam visanti...Upanishada... Translation : From Delight we came into existence. In Delight we grow. At the end of our journey’s close, Into Delight we retire. Meaning : God has written an open letter to His human children. His letter runs: “My ...

Thirty Second Quiz !... Just read... if you can't answer them, just keep going… 1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world. 2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners. 3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America contest. 4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer prize. 5. Name the last five Academy Award winners for Best Actor and Actress. How did you do? The point is, none of us remembers the headliners of yesterday. These are no second-rate achievers. They're the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners. Now here's another quiz. See how you do on this one: 1. Name three teachers who aided your journey through school. 2. Name three friends who helped you through a difficult time. 3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile. 4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special. 5. Think of five people you en...

I am still here Please don’t morn for me I am still here Though you can’t see I am right by your side Each night and day And within your heart Is where I long to stay My body is gone But I am always near I am everything you feel See and here My spirit is free But I will never depart Just as long as you keep me Alive in your heart I will never wander Out of your sight I am the brightest star That shines in the night I will never be Beyond your reach I am the pure white snow That blankets the ground I am the beautiful flower Of which you are so fond And I am the clear water That basills in pond I am the first bright blossom That you see in the spring I am the first elegant rainbow That April will bring I am the first ray of light When the sun starts to shine And you will always see in the night That every face on the moon is mine When you to think That there is no one to love You can talk to me Through the lord above I will whisper my answers Through the limbs of the trees And you wi...

Behold, Usha... the beautiful dawn... Heaven’s darling daughter decked in pure pious white, the goddess of worldly wealth in its entirety has slowly emerged in her magnificence and vermilion splendor to brighten the eastern hemisphere! Oh, the most lovely and lucky lady of golden hue and luster, spread your light here and everywhere to awaken us from the deep inertia of ignorance. ~ Rig Veda