Thought for Today

Alexandre Dumas, photo by Nadar.
Alexandre Dumas, photo by Nadar. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

” Live, then, and be happy, beloved children of my heart, and never forget, that until the day God will deign to reveal the future to man, all human wisdom is contained in these two words, ‘Wait and Hope.” ― Alexandre Dumas

 

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War is Over!
War is Over! (Photo credit: Dr Case)

“You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one. I hope someday you’ll join us. And the world will live as one.” ― John Lennon

 

The Month of Hope

Copyright 2010 by R.A. Robbins
Copyright 2010 by R.A. Robbins

This year three of the great holidays celebrating hope all fall within the month of March.  First on the 20th we have the Vernal Equinox, that gentle reminder from our mother, the earth, that life goes on, rebirth and second chances are all still possible.

Then on the 26th we celebrate the beginning of Passover.  If the story of the miraculous events that led to the Exodus with the children of Israel escaping slavery to find the Promised Land doesn’t give you hope I don’t know what would.

Finally on the 31st comes Resurrection Sunday (also known as Easter) that great celebration of light out of darkness, hope out of despair and life out of death.

Whether you celebrate any of these holidays or not, we all need hope.  Never forget, where there is life, there is hope.  This month the quotes will be focusing on hope.

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“Money has never made man happy, nor will it, there is nothing in its

Money
Money (Photo credit: 401(K) 2012)

nature to produce happiness. The more of it one has the more one wants.” — Benjamin Franklin

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Sunrise
Copyright 2012 by R.O. Robbins

“You don’t need endless time and perfect conditions. Do it now. Do it today. Do it for twenty minutes and watch your heart start beating.”-Barbara Sher

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“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” -Walt Disney

This photo depicts Walter Elias Disney's star ...
This photo depicts Walter Elias Disney’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Preventing Heart Disease

Fresh vegetables are important components of a...
Fresh vegetables are important components of a healthy diet. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)I observe

Earlier this month I wrote about women and heart disease.  It’s not just a “guy thing.” But I want to encourage everyone to take care of their heart.

These are a few ways to help prevent heart disease:

1. Eat a heart-healthy diet low in fat, cholesterol and salt and rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy products.

2. Have regular screenings for diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. If you have any of these work with your health care provider to control them.

3. Control your weight.

4. Manage stress. Slow down, learn and practice relaxation or meditation techniques to help deal with the pressures of life.

5. Quit smoking or better yet don’t start.

More information on how you can prevent heart disease:
5 medication-free strategies to help prevent heart disease

Heart Disease:  Tips for Prevention

Prevention:  What You Can Do

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Obstacles in life,,,
Obstacles in life,,, (Photo credit: LadyDragonflyCC <3)

“Nothing is predestined. The obstacles of your past can become the gateways that lead to new beginnings.”-Ralph Blum

It’s Caturday!

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Sleepy Baby Copyright 2012 by R.A. Robbins
Copyright 2012 by R.A. Robbins

This….

Copyright 2012 by R.A. Robbins

Copyright 2012 by R.A. Robbins

And this….

Copyright 2012 by R.A. Robbins

Copyright 2012 by R.A. Robbins

And this…

Copyright 2012 by R.A. Robbins
Copyright 2012 by R.A. Robbins

And who could forget my favorite, Callie what are you doing?

Copyright 2012 by R.A. Robbins

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Jurij Moskvitin (middle) acompaning Karen Blix...
Jurij Moskvitin (middle) acompaning Karen Blixen/Isak Dinesen (right) meeting composer Igor Stravinskij (left) at the City Hall of Copenhagen (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

“Difficult times have helped me to understand better than before, how infinitely rich and beautiful life is in every way, and that so many things that one goes worrying about are of no importance whatsoever.” — Isak Dinesen