Category: Thought for Today

Thought for Today and a few of my own.

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Copyright 2015 by R.A. Robbins
Copyright 2015 by R.A. Robbins

“Don’t knock the weather: nine-tenths of the people couldn’t start a conversation if it didn’t change once in a while.”
–  Kin Hubbard

I love this quote!  I know there are people who think talking about the weather is trivial, trite and superficial.  But I see talking about the weather as a door opener.  It gets people talking about something.  Talking about the weather might lead to “how are you doing?”  After awhile of “fine” you might get an answer that goes a little deeper like “I’ve been sick.”  Or maybe something like, “I’m so happy right now, my kids are coming to visit.”  Both lead to conversation that lets you get to know the person a little better.  It may take years to get to a deeper level, but building relationships takes time.

So go out there and start talking about the weather.  You might be surprised where it leads you.

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Copyright 2016 by R.A. Robbins
Copyright 2016 by R.A. Robbins

“Let my soul smile through my heart and my heart smile through my eyes, that I may scatter rich smiles in sad hearts.” —  Paramahansa Yogananda
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Peach Irises Copyright 2015 by R.A. Robbins
Peach Irises
Copyright 2015 by R.A. Robbins

“I’ve learned that fear limits you and your vision. It serves as blinders to what may be just a few steps down the road for you. The journey is valuable, but believing in your talents, your abilities, and your self-worth can empower you to walk down an even brighter path. Transforming fear into freedom – how great is that?”— Soledad O’Brien

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