I can still remember way back in the day when my brother and I would celebrate the fourth of July. We would have a great night of lighting fireworks in front of the house, and then relax in our air conditioned room. With a big bowl of vanilla ice cream in hand, with a bunch of vanilla cookies we'd enjoy the lights in the sky.
Tonight I'm going to Weehawken to see the fireworks. It should be a good one, since we'll be just across the river.
Today is a great day to think about, and appreciatie all the things we have in our lives. As a matter of fact, I think we should have gratitude each and everyday. Lately I've been thinking about it more than ever.
I hope everyone enjoys tonight!
Monday, July 4, 2011
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Daily Guidance
Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
Thursday, January 13, 2011:
Daily Guidance from Daisaku Ikeada. This passage really hit home for me.
A life lived without purpose or value, the kind in which one doesn't know the reason why one was born, is joyless and lackluster. To just live, eat and die without any real sense of purpose surely represents a life pervaded by the world of Animality. On the other hand, to do, create or contribute something that benefits others, society and ourselves and to dedicate ourselves as long as we live to that challenge—that is a life of true satisfaction, a life of value. It is a humanistic and lofty way to live.
Thursday, January 13, 2011:
Daily Guidance from Daisaku Ikeada. This passage really hit home for me.
A life lived without purpose or value, the kind in which one doesn't know the reason why one was born, is joyless and lackluster. To just live, eat and die without any real sense of purpose surely represents a life pervaded by the world of Animality. On the other hand, to do, create or contribute something that benefits others, society and ourselves and to dedicate ourselves as long as we live to that challenge—that is a life of true satisfaction, a life of value. It is a humanistic and lofty way to live.
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
What it means to be truly happy.
Its really late, so I'm not going to write a huge thesis on what it means to be truly happy.
Three things that I realized over the past year. Of course there are more, but compacting it to three bullet points makes it easier to comprehend.
1. Never seek happiness outside of yourself. - When you lose your fancy car, lose your fancy house, lose your fancy jewelry, lose your fancy job title, lose all of your money, and strip yourself or everything: You will just be left with yourself. If you can't be happy with yourself first, all the things in the world will not matter.
2. We will act consistently with our view of who we truly are, whether that view is accurate or not.
3. Appreciate what you have and have compassion for others - Ask yourself how you can help someone. Appreciation is something not a lot of people think about.
Three things that I realized over the past year. Of course there are more, but compacting it to three bullet points makes it easier to comprehend.
1. Never seek happiness outside of yourself. - When you lose your fancy car, lose your fancy house, lose your fancy jewelry, lose your fancy job title, lose all of your money, and strip yourself or everything: You will just be left with yourself. If you can't be happy with yourself first, all the things in the world will not matter.
2. We will act consistently with our view of who we truly are, whether that view is accurate or not.
3. Appreciate what you have and have compassion for others - Ask yourself how you can help someone. Appreciation is something not a lot of people think about.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Update
So I finailly made it to physical therapy again. I got a new therapist, he seems to really know his trade. After one session my legs are feeling exhausted. Yet they feel good! I'm going to sign up for another 6 sessions to see what other methods he knows.
The funny thing is my legs are getting muscular, but they still suck in terms of functionality. At least I can run, but I have my days that I don't even want to walk down stairs.
The funny thing is my legs are getting muscular, but they still suck in terms of functionality. At least I can run, but I have my days that I don't even want to walk down stairs.
Monday, March 8, 2010
Update...
Okay it's been a while since I posted an update. The last two weeks have been pretty hectic. I had a crazy ass weekend with a leaky roof, bitching tenant, clogged furnace, two flat tires, and 2 exams. This past week I had a Job interview for an internal promotion. I'm definitely happy with my overall interview performance. If I get the position or not, I'm going to keep moving forward.
I got through it all!
Thankfully with not much stress. I've been doing a lot of chanting; been practicing my buddhism on a daily basis. It suppose to be morning and evening, but I only do the evenings. (one step at a time.) Its rather tough to get up in the mornings...I guess I'm going to figure it out.
Definitely noticed a change in my own life condition. I'm generally more patient, helpful, and more of a happy guy. With the occasion outburst. :)
I got through it all!
Thankfully with not much stress. I've been doing a lot of chanting; been practicing my buddhism on a daily basis. It suppose to be morning and evening, but I only do the evenings. (one step at a time.) Its rather tough to get up in the mornings...I guess I'm going to figure it out.
Definitely noticed a change in my own life condition. I'm generally more patient, helpful, and more of a happy guy. With the occasion outburst. :)
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Great Weekend.
Had a great weekend; on saturday I went to school and did my theatre class presentation. I got an A grade! :) After the class I ended up taking train to Grand street in Chinatown, and I decided to stop into the 99cents store. I played $10 dollars worth of quick draw and BAM! I won $110 bucks! I've been pretty lucky lately, so I decided to purchase 10 dollars worth of Jersey 5. (Crossing fingers)
I pretty much spent all of it that evening on dinner and Cupcakes for Ling. (My neighbor.) Happy 29th!
On Sunday; we went to an SGI Chinese New Year show. The lion dance was pretty cool! I'll post a video of that when I get it.
It was a long day on sunday. We woke up super early to attend the meeting, then we went directly to my uncles place. We had great food with the family. The same things on the menu! lol. Scallops, Mayo Shrimp, Pork chops, Roasted duck, Dim Sum, we were stuffed!
I ended up bringing over Jenga, and we played that for a little while. Definately great time bonding with the cousins, etc.
I hope everyone is doing great!
I pretty much spent all of it that evening on dinner and Cupcakes for Ling. (My neighbor.) Happy 29th!
On Sunday; we went to an SGI Chinese New Year show. The lion dance was pretty cool! I'll post a video of that when I get it.
It was a long day on sunday. We woke up super early to attend the meeting, then we went directly to my uncles place. We had great food with the family. The same things on the menu! lol. Scallops, Mayo Shrimp, Pork chops, Roasted duck, Dim Sum, we were stuffed!
I ended up bringing over Jenga, and we played that for a little while. Definately great time bonding with the cousins, etc.
I hope everyone is doing great!
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Focusing on the GOOD
I think that people nowadays only look at the bad qualities of a person (I'm guilty of this as well.) If you do this your just going to end up hating everyone. I've been trying to make a change myself. What about you? : ) There are a lot of good people in this world! Why can't we just stop criticizing, and just see the good qualities of a person? We're together in this planet after all. The more friends the merry.
Next time before assuming things about a person; ask yourself a question.
Why would people act a certain way?
Why is this person conceded?
Why is this person condescending?
Why is this person so loud?
Why is this person always negative?
Why is this person so shy?
Why is this person crying?
Why is this person so quiet?
Why is this person always looking mean?
Etc...Etc..
My point is to keep an open mind about people before judging them. Most people are going through their own personal struggles, with family, work, school, relationship, etc. They may act a certain way due to the facts I mentioned or because of their up bringing. More than likely they don't even know that their acting like that. You don't know what that other person's situation is. They could of had a rough childhood, or is currently facing a difficult time in their life.
What could be affecting their lives?. Is there something you can do to help that person? Maybe they just need someone to talk to. Everyone acts a certain way due to their environment. Lets look for the good in people, and ignore the bad as much as we can. Life is too short to focus on all the bad things! Maybe that will make me a better person in the end. Maybe that will change how I react to people.
I hope this makes sense.
G.K.
Next time before assuming things about a person; ask yourself a question.
Why would people act a certain way?
Why is this person conceded?
Why is this person condescending?
Why is this person so loud?
Why is this person always negative?
Why is this person so shy?
Why is this person crying?
Why is this person so quiet?
Why is this person always looking mean?
Etc...Etc..
My point is to keep an open mind about people before judging them. Most people are going through their own personal struggles, with family, work, school, relationship, etc. They may act a certain way due to the facts I mentioned or because of their up bringing. More than likely they don't even know that their acting like that. You don't know what that other person's situation is. They could of had a rough childhood, or is currently facing a difficult time in their life.
What could be affecting their lives?. Is there something you can do to help that person? Maybe they just need someone to talk to. Everyone acts a certain way due to their environment. Lets look for the good in people, and ignore the bad as much as we can. Life is too short to focus on all the bad things! Maybe that will make me a better person in the end. Maybe that will change how I react to people.
I hope this makes sense.
G.K.
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