When I was fourteen years old I spent a considerable amount of time contemplating all of those immense questions that philosophers have debated for thousands of years.
What is the point of life?
Why are we here?
Who am I?
What do I want?
What makes it all worth it?
Where are we going?
Now some of you who know me are [...]
Archive for category Thoughts & Observations
Taking Out the Trash
Nov 27
Do you or someone you’re close to have a habit of “talking trash” about other friends and family members? Whether griping about how annoying Uncle Marvin is or remarking on what a hypocrite sister Susan is, some people can’t seem to help but constantly focus on the flaws of others. It may seem like harmless venting, but it usually only has a negative effect on everyone– the one talking, the one listening, and the one being talked about. There’s nothing uplifting about criticizing and judging others.
Well Sean Stephenson put’s that little engine to shame and now he’s got a new television show premiering Sunday that needs our support. It’s called “3 Foot Giant” staring Sean Stephenson. If you haven’t yet heard of Sean, he’s a living example of the limitless possibilities of the human spirit. Sean’s 3ft tall, has broken 200 [...]
On this day of remembrance I am humbled by the thought that so many human beings have sacrificed their lives in the not so distant past so that I can enjoy the freedom and spectacular kind of life that I do. To every woman and man that gave their lives in defence of freedom and [...]
Thank You Gwyneth!
Nov 9
Yes I do mean Gwyneth Paltrow. What reason would I have to thank such an auspicious and popular woman?
I am thankful for her love and support of her partner Chris Martin. Without her support, love, and acceptance of Chris’s situation, role, and his gift. We would not have had the pleasure of attending the [...]
The Human Experience
Jul 30
For some time now I have been contemplating many deep questions and topics. One of the grandest ofthem is how an individual (such as myself) views ones self in relation to others and the world around us. Moreover how can one person create a positive and lasting impact on the world around us. To this [...]
A Direct Experience
Jul 24
A direct experience. I had another one this morning. What is it? Well I can’t really put it into words. I can however tell you the circumstances leading up to it and my thoughts afterward.
It happened this morning while riding the subway in Toronto. But it was not the situation or the place but the [...]