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I am currently updating my story, Commonwealth of Souls, so it is in draft form and not shown. I will post when I have completed it.



My Belief

"The value of humanity can be found in the way we proceed through life; the way we go or do not go to war; the way we hate or love our neighbor; the way we abuse or cherish our children, and, most importantly, the way we disregard or value nature and all the beautiful creatures sharing this planet with us. Respect and appreciation of nature and of all life itself is the foundation upon which a kind heart stands."

"Happiness is important. When you're happy your soul's thirst for light is quenched. But sadness is also important, as it allows for down time and contemplation, and, without sadness, how could we recognize happiness."

Sunday, May 30, 2010

The Surprise Visit

Today was a very good day. I had a surprise visit from my cousin Nancy and her husband Tommy (and dog Maddie) this morning. Ray didn't tell me. They called last Wednesday and said they were taking a little road trip to see us and Tommy's sister in Delaware. Ray said that he'd keep their visit a secret to surprise me. I certainly was surprised. At first I thought we were going out to a special breakfast, but when I asked him this morninig if we'd be walking anywhere (I had to know which shoes to wear) he said "who said we're leaving the house?" That prompted me to think right away that yes, this was some kind of surprise visit, but who? He said "just be ready at the front door at 9:00 a.m." I said to myself "it couldn't be Diane and Peter because they wouldn't even be up this early. But it could be Debbie and Mike and it could also be Nancy and Tommy".

9:00 am came and a car pulled up. I went out to the driveway to find Nancy, Tommy and Maddie in their SUV. What a sight for sore eyes. It was so good to see them today. We had a really nice breakfast and Nancy helped me set up Skype on my computer. Then we called Carolann and I could see her on my computer screen and she was there with Bonnie and it was so good to see them. Now I'm skype ready and all I have to do is get Diane's house on skype and then Kelly and John and Eileen and Gus. Then we can chat and talk on the video call instead of on the phone. It will be fantastic.

Saturday, May 15, 2010

The 7

So, once again I have decided to tackle the exam that has defeated me 3 times prior...the Series 7. What made me decide to take the test again? I have no idea. I was sitting in our staff meeting minding my own business when Anita asked each of us if we had anything to discuss. And, almost as if I was taken outside of my body and watching from above, I witnessed myself say "yes”, blurting out that I thought I would be a more productive member of the staff if I was registered. In the registered capacity I would be able to assist Anita with those tasks that I cannot now perform. What they are exactly I don’t know, but I’m sure there are a whole bunch of things that I can do. Anita is quite bogged down at the moment.

Well, now that the subject was raised I had to elaborate. I asked if it was feasible for me, at the advanced age of 59 and three-quarters, to begin studying and to take the test again. Everyone was in agreement that I should try it and “what would I have to lose”…certainly not my job; that dreaded outcome, if having failed, only applies to those who are in the trainee program to become financial advisors.

Immediately upon returning to our designated places of workship, Anita proceeded to set me up. I’ll be studying all summer. I’m kind of excited about it. I’m getting new books and everything.