Hello Super-Stars! I hope you are all doing well. Today, I honor my mother, on what would have been her eighty-fourth birthday. Unfortunately, she passed at the young age of sixty-two. She was an incredible person who was born at a Golf Club in Northern England to Scottish parents; a bonny mother and a golf professional father, who was the pro and manager of the Club where she was born. My grandparents and she immigrated to the United States in the mid 1920's to pursue the American dream. Her father was a much sought after golf professional due to his Scottish heritage, experience and high recommendation. They finally settled in New Jersey and he became the professional at the venerable Glen Ridge Country Club. As you can imagine, she was taught the game of golf from the time she was still in leading strings, just as we, her children, were in turn.
She excelled at the sport under her father's strict tutelage. By the time she was eighteen, she was a nationally ranked golfing star who brought much recognition to Glen Ridge. Although she always kept her amateur status, so she could continue to compete in local events, she was known during World War II as the "Glamour Girl" of American golfdom. At this young age, she was ranked third in the country against professional woman golfers such as, Patty Berg and Louise Suggs (a couple of the founder's of the Ladies Professional Golf Association), as well as many others of that era. Her beauty, grace and talent were lauded many times over in the press, but her true self was all that and so much more. I am proud of the impact she had in her day, but I am prouder of the impact she had on my siblings and me.
Her example taught us that proper English, etiquette and kindness are just a few of the foundations of a well-rounded person. We learned at an early age that all people are worthy of our regard; that every kindness we extended was actually a blessing to us; that our thoughts, words and actions define who we become as we grow; that to do less than our best is to cheat ourselves and the world of all we might have to offer. Her influence still resounds in my life. My mother was a Super-Star on, and off, the golf course. She was a beautiful person...a wonderful mother...a great golfer...a Glamour Girl!!! She is sorely missed, but still loved beyond measure.
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
In love & light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Monday, October 20, 2008
Past, Present and Future
Hello Super-Stars! I hope you are all doing well. Sometimes, things we have done in our past are brought up in order to make a point to us that we may not have previously discerned or, chose to ignore. When this happens, I wonder if we are paying attention so that we may realize the potential for making amends and therefore forgiving ourselves and any other parties involved. I wonder too, if the person bringing up the aforementioned past is also realizing their part in the situation and if they realize they too should help make amends so that all involved can move forward to a more understanding and loving place. Keep in mind though, the past can not be changed and must be accepted; in reality, it is our life's experience and hopefully we have learned the inherent lessons. Continually judging people on their past and never giving them a chance to prove they have moved on is a disservice to them and yourself.
The present is always challenging us to learn and grow and to use the lessons of our past to advantage; to finding new ways of dealing with the same types of situations that tend to come up time and again; to living a life in the here and now and not dwell or live in the past; to realizing our full potential; to helping others realize their hopes and dreams through encouragement and leadership; to making the best possible choices by using intelligent and thoughtful consideration; to taking responsibility for our actions; to not being afraid to admit our mistakes; essentially, to living to the best of our ability with every thought, word and action...everyday.
The future is yet to be and will always be just that...the future. It is the past and present that continually builds the foundation of our future...our yet to be present. We are the stewards of the Universe...our own world and, the world at-large...let's bring our best possible forward for our own good and the good of all. If we take the time to do just that, we are building a strong foundation upon which too create an even better future than we can imagine. Building a Super-Star life and reaping the rewards of a world of Love, Civility and Peace is worth anything...and everything!!!
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
In love & light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
The present is always challenging us to learn and grow and to use the lessons of our past to advantage; to finding new ways of dealing with the same types of situations that tend to come up time and again; to living a life in the here and now and not dwell or live in the past; to realizing our full potential; to helping others realize their hopes and dreams through encouragement and leadership; to making the best possible choices by using intelligent and thoughtful consideration; to taking responsibility for our actions; to not being afraid to admit our mistakes; essentially, to living to the best of our ability with every thought, word and action...everyday.
The future is yet to be and will always be just that...the future. It is the past and present that continually builds the foundation of our future...our yet to be present. We are the stewards of the Universe...our own world and, the world at-large...let's bring our best possible forward for our own good and the good of all. If we take the time to do just that, we are building a strong foundation upon which too create an even better future than we can imagine. Building a Super-Star life and reaping the rewards of a world of Love, Civility and Peace is worth anything...and everything!!!
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
In love & light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Friday, October 10, 2008
The Time is NOW!
Hello Super-Stars! I hope you are all doing well. The time is NOW! Take the reins and lead the world to a higher vibration so that we realize the abundance of Love, Civility and Peace! The Universe needs our help...the time is NOW! Encourage yourself and others to join the Super-Star mission which will lift and continue to grow the Universe's vibrational energy. Together, we are mighty! The time is NOW!
Our thoughts, words and actions will collectively add to the cause. Believe you can make a difference. You make a difference everyday...just think about how other people have made an impact on your life and you too will easily see how important you are to your family and friends...and, in turn, to the world. We are all amazing creations of the Universe who are here for a reason. Do not doubt your worth!
Be a driving force toward a world of Love, Civility and Peace! Consciously engage in the mission to attain so much more than humanity ever thought possible. Know that we are all part of the equation...together we are the solution. Please stay focused on the goal of Love, Civility and Peace...the time is NOW!
In love & light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Our thoughts, words and actions will collectively add to the cause. Believe you can make a difference. You make a difference everyday...just think about how other people have made an impact on your life and you too will easily see how important you are to your family and friends...and, in turn, to the world. We are all amazing creations of the Universe who are here for a reason. Do not doubt your worth!
Be a driving force toward a world of Love, Civility and Peace! Consciously engage in the mission to attain so much more than humanity ever thought possible. Know that we are all part of the equation...together we are the solution. Please stay focused on the goal of Love, Civility and Peace...the time is NOW!
In love & light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
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