Tell Them Now

Let somebody know you're caring,

Take the time to listen to
What they want so much to tell you,
For the gentle folks are few.
You are not so high and mighty,
That you cannot spare a smile,
For you never know when you might
Need somebody after-while.

This poem reminded me of someone close to me before he died. This happened during my high school years.  I have been very close to this old man. He was a far relative. I really enjoyed talking to him and listening to his jokes and guidance. When he started to get sick, I visited him every Sunday afternoon just to spend time talking and listening to him. I was not weary traveling far just to listen to this man and read all the books he wanted me to read to him allowed.

Then I started to get busy with exams in school and I stopped visiting. Then suddenly, some of my relatives came to visit me and mentioned that the old man died months ago. I was really shocked that I realized that I totally forgot to visit him again. Then they mentioned that he was looking for me those past days before he died. He kept on mentioning about the girl who was always there to listen and talk to him. He wished that I was around to read him more books. Then they said that he was really waiting for me.

I really cried to hear everything they said. Somehow, I was, also, at peace when they added that before he died, he told them to tell me that he was really thankful that there was somebody who spared the time to be with him. He was happy that I read all those books for him. He wished of my presence but those days spent with him was enough to make him happy recalling those memories.

I wished that I didn't stop visiting but those last words of kindness made me happy that I did something good for that old man. How about you? Have you spent the time talking with your parents or family or friends? Life is quite short and you will never what you totally missed. Regrets will always come last.

Also, there will be a time that you will be needing someone to spend the time with you, too. So, give those smiles and time now while you can.

What is Your Point of View?

I've heard it said it all depends
Upon your point of view,
the happiness you get from life, And how things look to you.
And the longer that I'm living,
I've really come to see,
That this is just as true a fact,
As anything could be.

If you always look for sorrow,
Then you'll have it seven-fold,
If you go in search of rainbows,
You will find a pot of gold.
If you have no time for dreaming,
The days that are dark and grey,
But with a little bit of  hope,
Your troubles slip away.


Don't waste your time in sighing,
When the world is full of song,
Don't live among the shadows,
That is not where you belong.
Lift your face and feel the sunlight,
Smell the flowers in the wood,
And be grateful you are living,
...And know that God is good.

by Grace E. Easley

Insights That Would Touch Your Heart

I was so busy last month and on the previous days. I was busy with work and with some trials in life. Through those times I have learned a lot of things. Two good things when you undergo trials, you grow in your faith and increase your wisdom and understanding with life.

One of the books that helped me through those hard times is Heroes by Dr. Harold J. Sala. I will share to you some of the insights that I have read from this book and gave me inspiration.

"True greatness is not dependent upon accomplishments alone but in fulfilling God's purpose for your life."


"A person can have a profound influence in our world and never receive much publicity or notoriety."


"We are really much the same when it comes to matters of life and death."


"Putting ourselves in the position of the other person means that we will treat individuals with compassion and care."


"Just because you cannot do everything, you should not neglect doing what you can."


"Our greatest accomplishments in life are the result of great sacrifice."


"No matter what you need, the grace of God is sufficient for you."


"The true measure of a person is the ability to abide by his or her own convictions,  no matter how lonely he or she may be."


"Dedication and hard work will take you further than talent without commitment."


These are still more in that book that helped me when I was so down. I will slowly share that to you that you may be encouraged as well.  

The Strangest Secret

Hi, everyone! I have been away for quite some time. Just a little side track here. I usually don't do this but I find myself inspired and I wanted to share this to everyone. A lot of times we need inspiration and we couldn't find the thing we wanted. So, I thought why not share this. Maybe, out from this, a life will be changed as well. This is not all about money making success stories. Anyways, check this short inspirational video by Earl Nightingale and be inspired by it.

Earl Nightingale is a legend in the personal development industry. His recoding of The Strangest Secret has sold over 1 million copies. It has changed many lives, and it could change yours ... http://blogspot.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e64efd851bf9317619994148b&id=7b13661770&e=1cf4f17a35

My friend DJ Gabe send this to me since I subscribe with his newsletter. I receive a lot of gifts from him and they are really wonderful and inspirational. You can check his site and subscribe, too, so that you will receive the same thing. http://gghali.blogspot.com

Be Inspired!