An introspective view

One flash in time -- and the moment is gone. How many times in your life have you allowed that one flash, that one moment to cause a course of action for the rest of your life? One small moment, perhaps a seemingly insignificant moment, to chart your course.

Perhaps this introspective ideal is more pertinent to the middle-aged and elderly. However, young people can benefit also -- simply by acknowledging that these single entries into the diary of life may predict the outcome(s) of some future incident. Parents often try to steer their children away from these moments, especially the more difficult ones. Having lived through them already, the parent can assist the child in perhaps taking an alternate course, and thus avoiding the introspective moments of doubt.

Some life-lessons must be learned from experience only, no matter how much others want for this not to be so. If only I had said this, or only if I hadn't done that, then life would perhaps be so different. The thing is, one can't tell just by looking at the path sometimes if it is the best choice, or even the easier of the choices. The life lesson here is to not to allow your life to be rule or directed by those moments. Give a great deal of consideration to them if at all possible. And live those moments to the fullest.

New job for Mark

As many of you know, my husband, Mark, has recently made a switch in careers. He is currently working for ReMax as a real estate agent. He is working on a website, which he says is up, but bare. I don't even have the link to it, but I am sure that it is forthcoming. You will for certain have a link here.

In the mean time, Mark -- OK we -- sure would appreciate any referrals. If you know anyone buying or selling within our region, please send give them Mark's information. The best way to contact him at the moment is his cell phone: (314) 680-2103. If the property is something that he feels would be better in the hands of another agent, he would certainly be able to hand it over to someone very capable (I am thinking of commercial real estate).

In addition to calling Mark, you can certainly leave comments for him on my blog or email either one of us. Thank you so much.

2010 Grammy Awards

Grammy Awards 2010: Paris, Prince and Blanket Jackson along with Lionel Ritchie after receiving a posthumous lifetime achievement awards for their father, Michael Jackson.

Thoughts on Haiti

The catastrophe in Haiti seems to still have news desks around the work riveted firmly in place. Among the things being bandied about is that it will take 10 years to repair the damage, thousands are dead, hundreds are orphaned, and there are hundreds that have had surgeries or are in need of surgery. People have rushed to donate money, time, and supplies. Perhaps that is how it should be.

For those who have much, much is expected. However, what about the people in this country who are in need of help? What about the thousands upon thousands who have sub standard health care due to lack of funds for insurance. What about the homeless on the streets of this country? What about soldiers from this country who are in hospitals dealing with just as massive of injuries? What about the children of soldiers, police officers, teachers -- all those who serve at the will of the people -- who have lost their lives so others in our country may have a better life? What about our orphans?

It boggles the mind that people rush to help others, but forsake our own. For those who have much, much is expected. Just don't forget those in your own community, in your own state, in your own country.

Tonight's Grammy Awards

The Grammy's -- one of the "It" awards for recording artists. Tonight a musical tribute was paid to Michael Jackson. His children were there also, accompanied by an uncle entourage, to accept a lifetime achievement award in behalf of their father. While it was touching, and even tear-jerking, it was too little too late.

Jackson was sneered at by the industry after accusations of child molestation became public. Two cases -- one settled out of court and another with Jackson being found not-guilty after undergoing months of public scrutiny. Where was the industry that he loved so much when he was going through this, this mess, this torment?

There was always fan support, and most of the time he had the support of his family. All of the time Michael had the love of his children. But the industry to which he gave so much turned their collective backs on him when he needed them most.

Since his death, many artists have jumped on the Michael Jackson train. It is all about making the big buck. The fucking almighty dollar. There is something wrong with a society that will allow for the collective back to be turned when there is a time of need, but when it looks good or money is to be made, just try to find a seat on that train. Be careful, or you will find yourself pushed under a passing train in an attempt to gain a buck -- or several of them. Whatever the case, it is sickening, and time for a change.