The paradox of our time in history is that we have taller buildings but shorter tempers, wider Freeways, but narrower viewpoints. We spend more, but have less, we buy more, but enjoy less. We have bigger houses and smaller families, more conveniences, but less time. We have more degrees but less sense, more knowledge, but less judgment, more experts, yet more problems, more medicine, but less wellness.We drink too much,smoke too much, spend too recklessly, laugh too little, drive too fast, get too angry, stay up too late, get up too tired, read too little, watch TV too much, and pray too seldomWe have multiplied our possessions, but reduced our values. We talk too much, love too seldom, and hate too often.We've learned how to make a living, but not a life. We've added years to life not life to years. We've been all the way to the moon and back, but have trouble crossing the street to meet a new neighbor. We conquered outer space but not inner space. We've done larger things, but not better things.We've cleaned up the air, but polluted the soul. We've conquered the atom, but not our prejudice. We write more, but learn less. We plan more, but accomplish less. We've learned to rush, but not to wait. We build more computers to hold more information, to produce more copies than ever, but we communicate less and less.These are the times of fast foods and slow digestion, bigmen and small character, steep profits and shallow relationships. These are the days of two incomes but more divorce, fancier houses, but broken homes. These are days of quick trips, disposable diapers, throwaway morality, one night stands, overweight bodies, and pills that do everything from cheer, to quiet, to kill. It is a time when there is much in the showroom window and nothing in the stockroom. A time when technology can bring this letter to you, and a time when you can choose either to share this insight, or to just hit delete...Remember; spend some time with your loved ones, because they are not going to be around forever.Remember, say a kind word to someone who looks up to you in awe, because that little person soon will grow up and leave your side.Remember, to give a warm hug to the one next to you, because that is the only treasure you can give with your heart and it doesn't cost a cent.Remember, to say, "I loveyou" to your partner and your loved ones, but most of all mean it. A kiss and an embrace will mend hurt when it comes from deep inside of you.Remember to hold hands and cherish the moment for someday that person will not be there again.Give time to love, give time to speak! And give time to share the precious thoughts in your mind.AND ALWAYS REMEMBER:Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.

George Carlin

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Anonymous said…
most people would say they're trying their best but we probably, definitely are not you know..i think you know...I passed that one on to those I know. I love it.
Anonymous said…
loved the picture too! did you take it?
camera shy said…
accurate standards of measurement are a must if we are to truly understand ourselves

lest we be disigneuouos in everything we do . . .
tao1776 said…
capegirl - I am always aware of the simple points of evidence that the more educated, civilized and rich we become, the greater the hypocrisy of the same. Look at the religious minded American politicians who have been caught with their fingers in the proverbial cookie jar. As I drive round town, I am amazed at the increase of aggression of my fellow drivers. In my new job, I am amazed by the cut throat and villianous back stabbing that goes on. It saddens me. Yes, I like to take sky pictures and see what develops.
Blog this...thanks for stopping by. Will return the favor.
Rich said…
Really enjoyed the observations. But surprised at the end to find it was Carlin. Must have been written several years ago. I've stopped watching anything of his on HBO, since he's become the most dark, nihilistic older guy I know. I get depressed listening for more than 60 seconds. Thanks for reminding us of his earlier gentleness and humanity.

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