In it Murphy’s character points out that the doctor patches up the killer so he lives to kill. This while Murphy’s character kills the killer, which keeps the kjller from killing.
I still prefer doing what we can to rescue the wounded. I don’t go along with killing killers. Still, he has a good point.
You want advice, no problem. You’ll likely pay little or nothing. The world is full of those willing to provide more advice than you will want or need.
You need help, pull out your wallet. More often than not, it’s going to cost you. Sometimes, it will cost more than you realize.
Pumpkin pie is one of my favorites—especially with whipped cream or ice cream, though it’s almost equally delicious on its own. As a kid, I couldn’t stand it, which is funny to think about now. The main drawback is how seasonal it is; I wish I could enjoy it year-round. Plus, my calorie budget these days doesn’t quite match what I could get away with as a boy.
Beware: Some decisions are permanent. Frequently, there are no do overs regardless how much you want them. Even forgiveness won’t change the past.
Define Success. Many have fame and fortune and yet true success eludes them. Others struggle all their life and are very successful.
In answer to the question, be honest and considerate with others.
It might sound strange, but perhaps my first and best encounter with the true meaning of freedom comes from a film perhaps as old as me about the Berlin Airlift. A woman in Berlin asked an American airman about an article in a newspaper criticizing the US. The airman replied with a question: Would you find such an article in a Soviet paper? The answer is obviously no. The Soviets, the Chinese, and similar regimes would shoot people for putting their government in a bad light.
I was again reminded of the scene in the movie during this sudden onslaught of political correctness lately, especially under the former president. To me, it matters not who silences someone such as a reporter from any organization, or even a private citizen. A threat to silence the press is a serious threat to freedom. If I cannot write as I am now, I have no freedom, nor does anyone else.
And I might note that some of the most horrible communist leaders know the the meaning of freedom. Joseph Stalin said that those who count the ballots determine the outcome of an election while so many value their freedom so little that they cannot be bothered to vote, let alone do the research to see through simple deceit by those who want to take our freedom us.
A renowned construction engineer once penned an insightful observation about foundations in a book, though the precise quote and author’s name momentarily elude me. While I’m confident the full details could be discovered through online research, I appreciate your understanding of my imprecise recollection.
What he wrote was: The most important thing is to keep the most important thing the most important thing.
Life often leads us astray, diverting our attention from what truly matters and entangling us in trivial pursuits that ultimately derail our most significant goals and aspirations.
The strength of any structure, whether physical or metaphorical, lies in its foundation. Just as architects meticulously design the base of towering skyscrapers, we must carefully lay the groundwork for our personal and professional lives. My own journey has been a stark reminder that neglecting core principles and priorities can lead to unforeseen challenges. The wisdom of maintaining focus on what truly matters becomes clearer with time, revealing that the most critical elements should never be compromised or overlooked.
Through my personal experiences, I’ve gained wisdom by learning from my own missteps rather than capitalizing on the shortcomings of others.
I was in the Marines. Also, my son was in the Boy Scouts. Actually, I enjoyed it, which makes me wonder why I never did other than just for the day. We really wanted to a lot. It just seemed something was always getting in the way. No excuse as was spent a few years in Southern California, a very nice place for camping. Does a day at the beach count?
By the way, Camp Pendleton has some of the most beautiful places for camping anywhere.
Specifically, basketball. Specifically, pick-up basketball. No refs. No timeouts. No fouls. Just running up and down the court and putting the ball in the hoop. Let me tell you, if the NBA played that way, most of the pros would never be able to keep up. That was the way we played when I was in high school and it was the fittest I ever was.
I’m retired. As much as possible, I don’t do mornings. Mornings are for birds who seek worms.
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