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Invent Your World

Ever wonder why the light bulb was invented? What about the bicycle, the television, or your favorite roller coaster? Let's think bigger, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Hubble telescope, the Great Pyramids. The origin of these amazing accomplishments stemmed from one thing- an idea.  In fact, everything that surrounds you at this moment, from crayons… Continue reading Invent Your World

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Pedrito’s Friend, Smoky

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Love for the Whole Cosmos

“Through my love for you, I want to express my love for the whole cosmos, the whole of humanity, and all beings. By living with you, I want to learn to love everyone and all species. If I succeed in loving you, I will be able to love everyone and all species on Earth... This… Continue reading Love for the Whole Cosmos

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Let Go

“People have a hard time letting go of their suffering. Out of a fear of the unknown, they prefer suffering that is familiar.” ? Thich Nhat Hanh

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Tomorrow

“You are today where your thoughts have brought you; you will be tomorrow where your thoughts take you.” ? James Allen, As a Man Thinketh

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Horseback Riding

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Renewal

This is Ananya.  Everything about a diamond represents renewal and rebirth.    As DeBeers said, "A diamond is born of the earth, and reborn on the woman you love." Renewal: Weekly Photo Challenge: http://dailypost.wordpress.com/2012/11/08/weekly-photo-challenge-renewal/

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The Only Moment

“Breathing in, I calm body and mind. Breathing out, I smile. Dwelling in the present moment I know this is the only moment.” ? Thich Nhat Hanh, Being Peace

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Spread Love

"Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier." - Mother Teresa

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Understanding

“When another person makes you suffer, it is because he suffers deeply within himself, and his suffering is spilling over. He does not need punishment; he needs help. That's the message he is sending.” ? Thich Nhat Hanh

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The Master-Gardener

“A man sooner or later discovers that he is the master-gardener of his soul, the director of his life.” ? James Allen, As a Man Thinketh

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Smile!

“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” - Thich Nhat Hanh

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Get ’em, Grizzly!

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DPChallenge: Diamond Day

The most precious of gemstones are currently being formed right now.  From deep in the earth, carbon atoms are being squeezed with unfathomable pressure and heat to create one of the most beautiful objects in the world.  After a diamond is precisely cut and polished to release it’s inner beauty, it is a marvel of… Continue reading DPChallenge: Diamond Day

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The Power of Your Smile

Did you know you can change your world simply with your smile?   It's almost impossible to be in a bad mood or hold a grudge if you do this.  Great luck, opportunities and friends become attracted to you. Why is this an ancient secret? It is because most people do not understand the awesomeness of… Continue reading The Power of Your Smile