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Virtual Letter to Steve Jobs - Thank You
Dear Steve,You don't know me and I don't know you...personally. However, I want to express my gratitude to you because you have made an impact on my life.
We are in an age where we have options, more options that we can even comprehend. And I know the "argument of options" that you are familiar with is: PC vs MAC.
I have both a PC and a MAC. But rather than tell you which I thought was better or worse, I'd like to zoom out and let you know how your innovation has impacted me.
I was never a runner. I only ran if I had to. If it were basketball, I could play for hours...but I hated running. I couldn't run for more than 5 minutes.
Earlier this year, my wife convinced me to run a marathon. It was a huge goal that I never thought I would ever accomplish, or even set.
The one thing that helped me train and ultimately finish, other than my shoes, was my iPod. It was the one thing I knew that could motivate me during my entire run.
Sometimes I would search for hours looking for music to run to. I would download audio courses to grow my mind. I would rip comedy routines and actually laugh aloud while running.
Bottom line is, you helped me finish my marathon. You helped me become a healthier person. You helped me become a better person.
You will be missed. On this day, I won't mourn your death, I'll celebrate your life.
Here's to you...and my run tomorrow morning.
Thanks Steve,
Bernard
What to take away from 9-11
On the anniversary of 9-11, I remember and pray for the lives lost and impacted from the horrific tragedy.
Sometimes I sit back and wonder, "Why did this happen?" I believe no matter how bad the situation is, we can learn from it.
After 9-11, we saw our country come together like I have never seen before. We saw everyone do their part in helping each other heal and rebuild.
Today, we seem more divided. But I'm always hopeful that the best shines through all of us. We've seen that after 9-11.
One thing I think we can take away from this is thanking God (or whatever higher power you believe in) for everything we take for granted.
There are so many things we can be thankful for...we just need to take the time to do it.
Begin with the end in mind.
In my high school education, I also saw the end in my mind that I was already in college. And truly it came through. It is really true that success is
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Child Savings - 4 Tips to Making it Fun for the Both of You
Teaching child savings habits is important to your children's financial well-being. This golden lesson is a great way to spark their financial intelligence.
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How to be happy...when no one is
How to be happy in today's world is simple. All you need to do is one thing.
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Stopping Identity Theft
I found a credit card at the park today when I was running with a friend.
Of course, I called the credit card company when I got home so they would know to shut down the card. I did my good deed for the day. =)
But if I had talked to the guy, there are several things that I would have told him to do to protect himself from identity theft.
There is one IMPORTANT thing he didn't do on the back of that card. Check out several
Save Money on Groceries with a Few Simple Changes
Can you save money on groceries, your health, and the world at the same time?
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Why I must be financially free and independent
I must be financially free and independent, so that I may help others discover and develop their own God given potential for success and achievement in
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Your First Credit Card - 7 Things You Must Do
Your first credit card can be scary, especially if no one teaches you how to use it. Learn the 7 things you must do.
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Pre paid credit cards are great...except for one MAJOR thing.
Pre paid credit cards are great if you have bad credit or no credit. But, are you wasting your time?
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