Hello Super-Stars! I hope you are all doing well. The last time I wrote about choices, I directed the conversation toward trust, since that is the foundation of all relationships. Now, I would like to discuss the consequences of the choices we make. The Universe's vibration is affected by each of our choices - especially those of the leaders of the world's nations; as is clearly evident with the status of world events as they now stand and, in many cases, have stood for millenniums - seemingly without an end in sight. The struggles and actions of the various peoples of the world for land and resources, the right to live freely or, for domination, have all had consequences. History is ripe with the victories and failures of the past, but it is the future that must now be considered; for the future holds us in awe of its possibilities.
What might we do now to help the future provide us with what we, the world, and the earth need? I believe it is imperative to move forward with positive choices, to use the "Super-Star" acronym as a basis for value-driven choices and, to make choices that allow the people of the world to come together for their common good and that of the planet; for the common good of humankind. To do less will most assuredly lead to more of the same. It is up to all of us to go forward with this in mind so that we may make wise and prosperous choices for the future. Our very lives depend on these choices.
The consequences of choices are clearly evident. The results of action versus non-action may differ, but either way, there are effects; short-term and long-term alike. Prudent choices, which are made with honor, and followed-up with proper and timely action, will decide how the world comes together for the good of all - one person at-a-time. Yes, one person at-a-time; we can make a difference with our daily actions - we must make the good choices - the sometimes hard choices - our best choices will enable the world to survive and thrive. I know we can do what we must. I stand in awe of what we can accomplish together - please join me on the "Super-Star" journey.
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
In love, light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Monday, March 10, 2008
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Sportsmanship
Hello Super-Stars! I hope you are all doing well. I got home not long ago from a night out at a local pub where they had a "Ladies Night Pool Tournament." I joined in the fun and met some wonderful women and had a grand time! Everyone was welcoming, friendly and enjoying the competition. It truly was a nice reprieve from my usual Wednesday night routine!
These ladies conducted themselves with respect for others, with good humor and in-line with what one would expect in a competitive environment. I believe everyone enjoyed themselves but, I was most impressed with the level of sportsmanship that was displayed by all concerned. Sportsmanship is defined as being either a gracious winner or a good loser...this was certainly the atmosphere that was created by their actions. I think it bodes well for the continued growth of this group of women congregating to shoot pool and socialize. I will definitely be back...I look forward to the adventure and making new friends.
I am writing about this because it speaks directly to the element of spreading civility as I have put forth within my mission statement. It proves that people can, and do, act with kindness and respect, with open hearts and minds, with humor and good will and, most of all, with honor. I was delighted to be allowed the opportunity to join the group. So, thank you ladies...I had a great time!
In love, light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
p.s. A shout out to Diane for running the tournament and, to Kenny for allowing the ladies to take over the pool tables for the night. Also, I'll be sure to bring my own cue stick next time :-)
These ladies conducted themselves with respect for others, with good humor and in-line with what one would expect in a competitive environment. I believe everyone enjoyed themselves but, I was most impressed with the level of sportsmanship that was displayed by all concerned. Sportsmanship is defined as being either a gracious winner or a good loser...this was certainly the atmosphere that was created by their actions. I think it bodes well for the continued growth of this group of women congregating to shoot pool and socialize. I will definitely be back...I look forward to the adventure and making new friends.
I am writing about this because it speaks directly to the element of spreading civility as I have put forth within my mission statement. It proves that people can, and do, act with kindness and respect, with open hearts and minds, with humor and good will and, most of all, with honor. I was delighted to be allowed the opportunity to join the group. So, thank you ladies...I had a great time!
In love, light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
p.s. A shout out to Diane for running the tournament and, to Kenny for allowing the ladies to take over the pool tables for the night. Also, I'll be sure to bring my own cue stick next time :-)
Sunday, March 2, 2008
Peace
Hello Super-Stars! I hope you are all well. I believe we need to re-evaluate how to promote peace. I wonder, as The Secret, The Laws of Attraction and other New-Age reverential books, which are becoming more and more popular and, rightly regarded with awe and inspiration, how come people are still having "Anti-War Rallies". The teachings of the aforementioned books speak directly to the essence of how to attract what we want in life by focusing on that which we desire. By even bringing up "War" in these rallies are we really attracting that which we wish to dispel?
Perhaps, if we had "Peace Rallies," the shift of the Universe's vibration would begin to change toward the peace movement and progress would be made to achieve this lofty goal. I am not speaking of just Afghanistan and Iraq or Israel and Palestine; areas in obvious need of peaceful solutions. I am speaking about the strife of people from the many regions around the world that live in fear on a daily basis. I don't believe peace is part of their everyday existence, but I am positive that they wish it were. I certainly wish it were.
Pray for peace, promote peace, join humankind's struggle for peace. Lasting peace. Loving peace. Civil peace. We all share the same planet, the same air, the same ideals. Let there be Peace on Earth. Let's hear the peace bell ring around the world. Live - Breath - Foster - PEACE!
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
In love, light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Perhaps, if we had "Peace Rallies," the shift of the Universe's vibration would begin to change toward the peace movement and progress would be made to achieve this lofty goal. I am not speaking of just Afghanistan and Iraq or Israel and Palestine; areas in obvious need of peaceful solutions. I am speaking about the strife of people from the many regions around the world that live in fear on a daily basis. I don't believe peace is part of their everyday existence, but I am positive that they wish it were. I certainly wish it were.
Pray for peace, promote peace, join humankind's struggle for peace. Lasting peace. Loving peace. Civil peace. We all share the same planet, the same air, the same ideals. Let there be Peace on Earth. Let's hear the peace bell ring around the world. Live - Breath - Foster - PEACE!
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
In love, light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Choices
Hello Super-Stars! I hope you are all doing well. Making good choices in everything we do is at times seemingly impossible because of the many temptations which we encounter on a daily basis. However, I believe that if we think about the foundation of all relationships - TRUST - we must then realize that everything else is supported by this foundation. Love grows from, and is supported by, trust. Friendships are grounded on trust. Business relationships are based on trust. Just as a house's foundation is made to hold the house intact, so is trust the foundation that holds relationships together.
When we make the choice to break a trust then we have put a crack in the foundation of the relationship. Certainly, the foundation can be repaired with help, but the scar of the fix will forevermore be there. All of our CHOICES affect our world in profound ways that are immeasurable. We may not even know that a choice has hurt another person's feelings or that they believe we have in some way betrayed them. Unless they are brave enough to bring the issue to our attention, we may never be able to make amends or realize that we have breached their trust. Be brave enough to let someone know if they have hurt you. Most importantly, be brave enough to admit your errors, your lapses in judgement or your poor choices when you recognize you have made them.
Making good choices may very well be the bravest thing you do everyday. Keeping the foundation of your life intact will lead you to a healthier, happier and truer existence. The foundation of your life is what holds the house that is you together. TRUST in yourself and trust in others to promote a world of love, civility and peace. Good choices are worth the effort.
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
In love, light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
When we make the choice to break a trust then we have put a crack in the foundation of the relationship. Certainly, the foundation can be repaired with help, but the scar of the fix will forevermore be there. All of our CHOICES affect our world in profound ways that are immeasurable. We may not even know that a choice has hurt another person's feelings or that they believe we have in some way betrayed them. Unless they are brave enough to bring the issue to our attention, we may never be able to make amends or realize that we have breached their trust. Be brave enough to let someone know if they have hurt you. Most importantly, be brave enough to admit your errors, your lapses in judgement or your poor choices when you recognize you have made them.
Making good choices may very well be the bravest thing you do everyday. Keeping the foundation of your life intact will lead you to a healthier, happier and truer existence. The foundation of your life is what holds the house that is you together. TRUST in yourself and trust in others to promote a world of love, civility and peace. Good choices are worth the effort.
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
In love, light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Looking Beyond the Surface
Hello Super-Stars! I hope you are all well. This week marks the one-year anniversary of the passing of my father, whom I had the extraordinary pleasure of living with and caring for in his last year of life. He was an incredible person...a gentleman's gentleman...a kind man whose love of life, and especially golf (his true passion), were the cornerstones of his principles, which had been passed down through the generations of our family. He always saw the bright side of what otherwise might have been a difficult situation. He was very well liked and my neighbors still offer their memories of his kindness. His sense of humor was enhanced by a quick wit and a memory for details that was amazing to witness. I am glad to have become his friend and he mine.
My father once told me a story about his grandmother, who was taking the Trolley into Glasgow, Scotland to do her shopping and, to pick-up all of her parasols which were at the repair shop for minor repairs. Now, this was back in the late 1800's when women had parasols to match every outfit they owned. Well, as luck would have it, it was a rainy day, not an unusual occurrence in that part of the world, but she didn't have a parasol because they were all being repaired. So, when the Trolley came to her stop she accidentally picked-up the parasol of the woman sitting next to her, out of habit, and started to disembark. The woman stopped her and said, "that's my parasol Missy." To say the least, my great-grandmother was mortified at her error and immediately offered her apology, returned the parasol and got off the Trolley; red-faced and embarrassed beyond belief. Of course, she did her errands and picked-up the dozen or so parasols that had been repaired and went back to take the Trolley home. As luck would have it, or not, depending on your sense of humor, she ended up sitting next to the same woman from the morning trip. Upon seeing all of the parasols my great-grandmother had, the woman said to her, "Och, I see you've done a fine job for yourself this day!" Well, it took a little explaining, but the story was straightened out and they both had a good laugh. I too got a good laugh when my father relayed this story!
The moral of the story is not to assume the worst even though the evidence may seem to suggest otherwise. Thankfully, this woman allowed my great-grandmother the opportunity to set the record straight and, in doing so, found the humor in it all and, I understand that they became friends in the process. Assuming any conclusion without first finding out the real story is a disservice to all parties concerned. Remember, go forward with love, act with civility and, in the process, spread peace.
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
With love, light & much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
My father once told me a story about his grandmother, who was taking the Trolley into Glasgow, Scotland to do her shopping and, to pick-up all of her parasols which were at the repair shop for minor repairs. Now, this was back in the late 1800's when women had parasols to match every outfit they owned. Well, as luck would have it, it was a rainy day, not an unusual occurrence in that part of the world, but she didn't have a parasol because they were all being repaired. So, when the Trolley came to her stop she accidentally picked-up the parasol of the woman sitting next to her, out of habit, and started to disembark. The woman stopped her and said, "that's my parasol Missy." To say the least, my great-grandmother was mortified at her error and immediately offered her apology, returned the parasol and got off the Trolley; red-faced and embarrassed beyond belief. Of course, she did her errands and picked-up the dozen or so parasols that had been repaired and went back to take the Trolley home. As luck would have it, or not, depending on your sense of humor, she ended up sitting next to the same woman from the morning trip. Upon seeing all of the parasols my great-grandmother had, the woman said to her, "Och, I see you've done a fine job for yourself this day!" Well, it took a little explaining, but the story was straightened out and they both had a good laugh. I too got a good laugh when my father relayed this story!
The moral of the story is not to assume the worst even though the evidence may seem to suggest otherwise. Thankfully, this woman allowed my great-grandmother the opportunity to set the record straight and, in doing so, found the humor in it all and, I understand that they became friends in the process. Assuming any conclusion without first finding out the real story is a disservice to all parties concerned. Remember, go forward with love, act with civility and, in the process, spread peace.
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
With love, light & much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Monday, February 18, 2008
Civility
Hello Super-Stars! I hope you had a wonderful weekend! I wonder how many of you think of civility? What it really means? Why is it so very important? What can we do to make the world a more civil place? And, what does it mean to us...to our lives...to the continuation of humankind? Hmmm...HUMAN & KIND...together...very powerful.
I believe civility starts with being polite and courteous and that it is based on the core values that shape and determine who we are as people. Certainly, the meaning behind the Super-Star acronym is a good start, but it goes much deeper than the basis of that message. Civility is the root of a civilized society...without excuses...without regret...without exception. We are all linked in some way to each other and the greater good. It is our responsibility to regard each other no less than with what we should expect in return. "The Golden Rule" is not a new notion or saying...its meaning is timeless and venerable...worthy of repeating.
So I ask you, please do your part to spread civility in your daily lives through your thoughts and actions...with your heart and soul...with everything you have, because to do less, is to cheat yourself, your family and your friends of knowing the person you are...
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
In love, light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
p.s. Prayers and love to all the Northern Illinois University tragedy victims and their families...I know the world is mourning your losses and shedding its tears with you all.
I believe civility starts with being polite and courteous and that it is based on the core values that shape and determine who we are as people. Certainly, the meaning behind the Super-Star acronym is a good start, but it goes much deeper than the basis of that message. Civility is the root of a civilized society...without excuses...without regret...without exception. We are all linked in some way to each other and the greater good. It is our responsibility to regard each other no less than with what we should expect in return. "The Golden Rule" is not a new notion or saying...its meaning is timeless and venerable...worthy of repeating.
So I ask you, please do your part to spread civility in your daily lives through your thoughts and actions...with your heart and soul...with everything you have, because to do less, is to cheat yourself, your family and your friends of knowing the person you are...
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
In love, light and, with much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
p.s. Prayers and love to all the Northern Illinois University tragedy victims and their families...I know the world is mourning your losses and shedding its tears with you all.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Happy St. Valentine's Day
Hello Super-Stars! Happy St. Valentines's day! I hope your day is filled with love...in every way. Adding civility and peace, as the mission of this blog encourages, would be a wonderful way to round out the holiday. May your world be filled with all three...love, civility and peace.
Love comes in many forms and, from many sources. The Universe gives us its love by providing us with everything we need to survive and prosper, by giving us each other to care for and love and, by opening its infinite possibilities to allow us to find our passion and purpose. Finding the right fit takes some of us a lifetime and yet others find their talent, passion and purpose at an early age. For instance, just look at the musical prodigies that are so very young or the gifted athlete that is a natural and goes on to become a Hall-of-Famer.
However, you don't have to be world-renowned or famous to be a Super-Star; although some celebrities are known by that description because of achievements or notoriety in their chosen field of work. You simply need to live by a set of values that is based on the acronym of SUPERSTAR. Of course, it's easy for me to say, "simply," when I know it is not always that easy, but if you go forward with love, especially on this day of love; you will be heading in the right direction. So, go forward Super-Stars and spread the love!
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
With love, light and, much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
Love comes in many forms and, from many sources. The Universe gives us its love by providing us with everything we need to survive and prosper, by giving us each other to care for and love and, by opening its infinite possibilities to allow us to find our passion and purpose. Finding the right fit takes some of us a lifetime and yet others find their talent, passion and purpose at an early age. For instance, just look at the musical prodigies that are so very young or the gifted athlete that is a natural and goes on to become a Hall-of-Famer.
However, you don't have to be world-renowned or famous to be a Super-Star; although some celebrities are known by that description because of achievements or notoriety in their chosen field of work. You simply need to live by a set of values that is based on the acronym of SUPERSTAR. Of course, it's easy for me to say, "simply," when I know it is not always that easy, but if you go forward with love, especially on this day of love; you will be heading in the right direction. So, go forward Super-Stars and spread the love!
Think - Live - Be - A Super-Star!
With love, light and, much appreciation,
Glenna :-)
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