Quote by Dale Carnegie

"Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all."

Dale Carnegie, American writer, lecturer, and developer of famous courses in self-improvement 

The Moods by W.B. Yeats

"The Moods"

by W. B. Yeats

Time drops in decay,

Like a candle burnt out,

And the mountains and the woods

Have their day, have their day;

What one in the rout

Of the fire-born moods

Has fallen away?

*This poem is in public domain

Thoughts: How Do the Results of Groundhog Day Affect Your Plans?

Each year on February 2, it is customary that  Punxsutawney Phil will predict whether spring will arrive early or late. If the day is cloudy as the groundhog emerges, then spring will come early. If it is a sunny day however, the groundhog will obviously see its shadow and winter weather will continue for six more weeks. 

After Groundhog Day comes and goes and the predictions are given according to the weather conditions, how many of us actually count the weeks after this day to check the accuracy of this folklore? Some may, but when this question is posed to most people I know, unless they are in the agricultural industry, no one really seems to think about it or monitor the timetable after February 2. Life goes on and apparently we adapt to the current weather conditions, with or without the shadow of Punxsutawney Phil.

Happy Groundhog Day!

Happy Birthday Jackie Robinson!

January 31, 1919-October 24, 1972

Happy Birthday Jackie Robinson, the first Black Major League Baseball player of the modern era. He broke the color line in major league baseball and made his debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947! You were a true pioneer and we thank you for your sacrifice! 

http://www.biography.com/people/jackie-robinson-9460813

 

Celebrating National Puzzle Day!

Did you know that today is National Puzzle Day? Who knew right?  Puzzles have been around forever from crosswords, Sudoku, find-a-word to jigsaw puzzles. Putting together a jigsaw puzzle was always challenging, entertaining, fun and stimulated the mind.

People are always fascinated by the mechanics of filling in the blanks when putting things together. Each one of us is an enigma in the grand human connection of life. We are different, individuality springing forth like the bud of a flower. We are vital members of the human race and when our piece fits, then we know what part we play in the grand scheme of things.

So today, why not pick up a puzzle and try solving it in celebration of National Puzzle Day? Rekindle the fun of how exciting it is to solve a mystery, while stimulating your mind!

Happy Birthday Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

January 15, 1929 – April 4, 1968

Today we celebrate the birthday of an iconic civil rights leader for non-violence. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a prominent member of the American clergy, activist and leader. He is best known for his "I Have A Dream" speech.

Dr. King was one of our trailblazers who helped pave the way for justice and equality for all people. Although he lost his life because of his courage and boldness to fight an uphill battle against the forces of radial discrimination, his legacy remains alive and is an inspiration for all of us today!

Thank you Dr. King for the unselfish sacrifices you made, not just for yourself and your family, but for everyone in our country and touching the world community.

Richard Koch Quote

"The 80/20 principle - that 80 percent of result flow 

from just 20 percent of the causes - is the one true principle of highly effective people."

— Richard Koch: Former management consultant, entrepreneur, and author