Something to think about ...

Something to think about ....

> 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, but
> less 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 plan more, 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.

   A Message by George Carlin
>

Comments

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Hi Gina, I'm a tad surprised at the author of these sentiments but perhaps upon reflection, I have misjudged him. The remarks are certainly reminiscent of those I made to my local paper whose editorial board I am on when asked for what it means to be a patriot... glad to see you are enjoying the lake, the boys and your husband. xo ginny

[Denise]

What a great message. All poignant reminders about being alive and human. I hope you are creating moments that take your breath away my dear friend.

P.S. I love signs!

[tina]

thanks for the reminder.

[tina]

thanks for the reminder.