I like the words, spoken by Mr Bjorn Low when he was interviewed for the book “Men of Singapore”: “Passion has a timeline. It is important, so don’t leave it until you retire, or it might not be there waiting for you.” In his case, he wants to become a farmer, so he knows that …
Category: Learning
May 22
Make a Difference
Charles Swindoll (evangelical Christian pastor, author, educator and radio preacher) tells of a businessman and his wife, busy to the point of exhaustion. Needing a break, they escaped for a few days of relaxation at an ocean-front hotel. One night a violent storm lashed the beach and sent giant waves beating against the shore. As …
May 21
Happy Vesak Day
May 21
Laughter, the Best Medicine
Two friends were discussing their family histories when one of them lamented that he knew precious little about his roots. “I’ve always wanted to have my family history traced,” he said, “but I can’t afford to hire someone. Any suggestions?” “Sure,” replied his friend. “Run for public office.” – Earle Hitchner, Reader’s Digest, Laughter the Best …
May 14
Now is the Best Time
You don’t get to choose how you’re going to die. Or when. You can decide how you’re going to live. Now. – Joan Baez, American folk singer and songwriter It’s one of those periods when you think of life – during death anniversary and birthday. May is the period of death and also the period …