Does happiness have a price tag? – Ted Talks – Benjamin Wallace

Posted on 4th January 2009 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

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Journalist and writer Benjamin Wallace asks the question: Does happiness have a price tag?

We know from personal experience that advertising tells us what should make us feel good but when one samples the things considered to be “the best” how do they really compare? This short presentation gives us some insight into the answer to this.

Photo Of The Year

Posted on 1st November 2008 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

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Friendship, co-operation and love defined in a single photo!
HAVE A GREAT DAY! (more…)

Dolphin play bubble rings

Posted on 24th October 2008 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

Don’t  you just love dolphins.  This is absolutely beautiful!

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMCf7SNUb-Q[/youtube]

Let It Be – performed by Tony Melendez – No Arms!

Posted on 13th October 2008 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

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Watch as armless musician, Tony Melendez plays and sings a beautiful, stirring rendition of “Let It Be” by The Beatles.

This is an awesome reminder that we are capable of so much more.

On September 15, 1987, he played his guitar for Pope John Paul II in Los Angeles.
Born without arms, he performed a touching song entitled Never Be The Same. When the Pope approached him from the stage to kiss him in appreciation, it seemed to reflect the sentiments of the entire country.

Celebrate Living – tips for a happy life

Posted on 11th September 2008 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

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Love to you all on this terrific day!

Susan

Hugging Is Good For You Try It And See!

Posted on 24th August 2008 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

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Hugging No1

Did you give or receive a Hug today?  Experts say that “four hugs a day keep the doctor away”.  Let’s see … Life’s essentials are:  air, food, water, Hugging, clothing and shelter. (more…)

Blue Beauty – Slideshow from the Endeavour space shuttle

Posted on 8th August 2008 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

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This is astounding….A series of images to show us the wonder of our world from space.

From the Endeavor space shuttle. Thank you to NASA for your endless pursuit of exploration. Oh and happy 50th Birthday!

http://www.ecocover-america.com/media/planet-earth-nasa-slideshow.html

If you haven’t seen it before..enjoy. Susan :-)

Sending you Encouragement

Posted on 27th July 2008 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

To my dear associates, friends and families,

I’d like to share a really cool website with you. I stumbled across it a week ago and the concept inspired me to forward it to you because I think you’ll appreciate its simplicity and meaning.

It’s called The Encouragement Foundation and it was launched this month (www.theencouragementfoundation.com.au). Its purpose is to do just that, encourage people. The simple concept is that you receive encouragement from them, together you encourage others through you and excite people about furthering their life long learning skills. (more…)

Randy Pausch Last Lecture – Inspirational Wisdom

Posted on 11th July 2008 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

An inspiring story of a man giving his all to the very last moment.

A family man and teacher, his battle with Pancreatic Cancer even though ultimately lost, gave us this awesome example of courage and wisdom.

Randy Pausch: Life. Lessons. Legacy.

Public service announcement of The Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research featuring Dr. Randy Pausch. http://www.lustgarten.org/Leaders in Pancreatic Cancer research.

[youtube]http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=YDfuHQBgFZ0[/youtube]

Click the read more tag to see the full lecture – over an hour

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Korean Baby Singing Hey Jude by The Beatles

Posted on 14th May 2008 by Susan in Quotes & Inspiration

Check out this little Korean baby singing Hey Jude with his guitar and accent to boot. So cute!
korean baby singing hey jude