“There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved.” George Sand Grown Ups is one of my absolute favorite films of time. Some may think Adam Sandler’s humor can be a little out there but he has a way of bringing out joy in anyone who watches his work. There wasContinue reading “A Little Splash of Happiness”
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Be Greater Than 15
“We don’t aim high enough with our goals. We all have more in us, and we are all capable of aiming higher.” Jesse Itzler When I first watched the film Forrest Gump, and as cliché as it sounds, it became one of my absolute favorites. Of course many would go with the most iconic quoteContinue reading “Be Greater Than 15”
Dear Mama…
“If love is as sweet as a flower, then my mother is that sweet flower of love.” -Stevie Wonder Mama, Ma, Mummy, Mom, Mum, Am’ma, Ohma, Ibu… So many ways of calling the person who we believe is the only one with the ability of gifting us unconditional love. Just by saying the word maContinue reading “Dear Mama…”
The Chicken Caesar Sandwich Effect
“The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention” – Oscar Wilde Here’s the story of the one Chicken Caesar sandwich that made a significant kindness effect in one night. Funky one liner am I right? Simple, but poignant. Yet, how could a sandwich have the power to bring such an impact?Continue reading “The Chicken Caesar Sandwich Effect”
Charity- Kindness Heals
“I have found that among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.” Maya Angelou Charity- A word with such meaning, that undoubtedly holds a special place in my heart. I would have to say it is a term I do not take for granted. I guess it is the empath in meContinue reading “Charity- Kindness Heals”
The 3 C’s- Corruption Collapses Community
“I submit that an individual who breaks a law that conscience tells him is unjust, and who willingly accepts the penalty of imprisonment in order to arouse the conscience of the community over its injustice, is in reality expressing the highest respect for law.“ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. I admit I am no politicalContinue reading “The 3 C’s- Corruption Collapses Community”
Democracy- The Healing Path in Moving Forward as a Nation
“I rebel against this idea that politics has to be a place full of ego and where you’re constantly focused on scoring hits against each one another. Yes, we need a robust Democracy, but you can be strong, and you can be kind.“ Jacinda Arden November 8th, 2020- It was 4 in the morning inContinue reading “Democracy- The Healing Path in Moving Forward as a Nation”
Silence- A Democracy Killer
“Where you see wrong or inequality or injustice, speak out, because this is your country. This is your democracy. Make it. Protect it. Pass it on.” Thurgood Marshall. My oh my election season is upon us. First off let me just say I am not here to have a political fight or debate. I holdContinue reading “Silence- A Democracy Killer”
Bingo! That’s my Lingo!- Language is power
“Welcome”, “Selamat Datang”, “欢迎”, “ようこそ”, “Bienvenue”, “स्वागत आहे”, “Willkommen”, “Afio Mai”, “Mabuhay”, “ยินดีต้อนรั”, “환영하다”, “Välkommen”, “خوش آمدید”, “أهلا بك”, “Bem Vindo”, “Bienvenida”, “ברוך הבא”, “Croeso”, “Welkom”, “Tervetuloa”, “Hoşgeldiniz” Picture this- You just got out of a long haul flight, hair is all bundled up in knots you never thought existed, and you’re lugging out yourContinue reading “Bingo! That’s my Lingo!- Language is power”
Color of Blood- My Letter to the World
“I am a Malay.” “I am an Indian.” “I am a Chinese.” “ I am a Chindian.” “I am Hispanic.” “I am Caucasian.” “I am African American.” “I am transgender.” “I am gay.” “I am non-binary.” “I am a Christian.” “I am a Buddhist.” “I have no religion.” “I do not believe in labels.” “IContinue reading “Color of Blood- My Letter to the World”
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