* New Year Resolutions !

Tips for Making Good New Year's Resolutions

There is a right way and a wrong way to make a New Year's resolution. Here are a few expert tips to see that your resolution actually makes a difference:

1. Create a Plan

Setting a goal without formulating a plan is merely wishful thinking. In order for your resolution to have resolve, (as the word "resolution" implies), it must translate into clear steps that can be put into action. A good plan will tell you A) What to do next and B) What are all of the steps required to complete the goal.

2. Create Your Plan IMMEDIATELY

If you're like most people, then you'll have a limited window of opportunity during the first few days of January to harness your motivation. After that, most people forget their resolutions completely. t is imperative that you begin creating your plan immediately.

3. Write Down Your Resolution and Plan

 such as a notebook or journal.

4. Think "Year Round," Not Just New Year's

Nothing big gets accomplished in one day. Resolutions are set in one day, but accomplished with a hundred tiny steps that happen throughout the year. New Year's resolutions should be nothing more than a starting point. You must develop a ritual or habit for revisiting your plan. myGoals.com helps you stick to your plan by providing email reminders that arrive when it's time to work on a given task.

And finally...

5. Remain Flexible

Expect that your plan can and will change. Life has a funny way of throwing unexpected things at us, and flexibility is required to complete anything but the simplest goal. Sometimes the goal itself will even change. Most of all, recognize partial successes at every step along the way. Just as a resolution isn't accomplished the day it's stated, neither is it accomplished the day you reach your goal. Rather, it's accomplished in many small increments along the way. Acknowledge these incremental successes as they come.

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* You can see the Stars !

* Ask,Believe,Receive !

* God's Love Letter !

* My Amma !

"I miss thee, my Mother! Thy image is still The deepest impressed on my heart".

-- Eliza Cook

"I remember my mother's prayers and they have always followed me. They have clung to me all my life."

-- Abraham Lincoln

"All that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel Mother." -- Abraham Lincoln

"A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials, heavy and sudden, fall upon us when adversity takes the place of prosperity when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine, desert us when troubles thicken around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts". --Washington Irving

        "It was when I had my first child that I understood how much my mother loved me". From "For Mother - A Bouquet of Sentiments"

 

* Your Happiness Depends On You, Not Your Circumstances !

" People are just about as happy as they make their minds to be". - Abraham Lincoln

There are thousands of self-help books on the topic of choosing to be happy,despite one’s circumstances. People are unhappy because they are still trying to find happiness from any- and every thing, but themselves.

The problem lies in the messages received and internalized over a lifetime. You see, if you were raised in the modern, western part of the world you grew up under the guise that happiness comes in the form of material possessions like a beautiful house and expensive cars, or in status like an important position or highly paid salary, or in people like children and social gatherings. If you were raised to believe that in order to be happy you had to have all these things, it would be impossible to find happiness outside of your circumstances. And it will be quite a chore to change that perception.  

Your parents could have done a wonderful job raising you and emphasizing how easy it is to be truly happy, but the media (radio, television, Internet, advertisements, etc.) was still telling your brain something different.

With that kind of misconception, there’s no way to ever be completely happy.Those who are less fortunate find themselves bombarded feelings of inferiority, of self-pity, of feeling “less than” and that deception makes them angry and more anxious about discovering the road to happiness. Neither of these situations is healthy, neither of these situations are an accurate representation of true happiness.

You can be truly happy. You can find contentment in your circumstances. You can find peace regardless of where you are right now. And you can do that by not putting pressure on yourself to achieve certain goals in order to be happy, by realizing that your circumstances don't have a lot to do with your happiness, and by coming to the conclusion that WHO you are is more important than what you own, how much money you make, or what position you hold.

When you know what your values are and can live your life around the things that are MOST important to you then happiness will follow. Once you know your personal values and not the values society has placed on you, once you know the direction you want to follow and develop a strategy for following that direction, living YOUR ideal life will be easy.

They key is to concentrate on who you and what you want, not your circumstances.

You need to strengthen your inner resources such as courage, optimism, humility, humor, intuition, acceptance and forgiveness. And you can do that by learning to listen to yourself first and to others, second. Know what you want in life and reach for it. Learn to only accept advice, from others, that is in relation to where you want to go in life. And instead of concentrating on what’s missing in your life or what you’re not getting, focus on loving yourself and those around you—unconditionally. Unconditional love is the centerpiece of your life.

And finally, always remember that your reaction to what's happening to you is actually causing your stress and feelings of unhappiness. True happiness goes beyond possessions, beyond status, and beyond life's constant ups and downs. It is not just a temporary feeling you get from buying something new or landing a new job.

[ Carole Nicolaides ]

* Come, Lord Jesus !

An Advent Prayer from Henri Nouwen

" Lord Jesus, Master of both the light and the darkness,

send Your Holy Spirit upon our preparations for Christmas.

We who have so much to do seek quiet spaces to hear Your voice each day.

We who are anxious over many things look forward to Your coming among us.

We who are blessed in so many ways long for the complete joy of Your kingdom.

We whose hearts are heavy seek the joy of Your presence.

We are Your people, walking in darkness, yet seeking the light.

To you we say, “Come Lord Jesus!” Amen.

My Best Friend !

* Heavenly Words !

 

 " Never a weakness that He can't fill. Never a sickness that He can't heal. Never a sorrow that He doesn't share. Moment by moment- you are under Jesus care". 

" Wherever you go, whatever you do, no matter how far or how long, Jesus Christ will always be there for you".  

" Smile! It will make you look better. Pray, it will keep you strong. Love, it will make you enjoy life".  

" No mater how softly you whisper a prayer, God surely listens, understands and knows the hopes and fears you keep in your heart. For when you trust in His love, miracles happen"!

" New day, new blessings. Don't let yesterday's failures ruin the beauty of today. Blessings of God are new every morning. Today has its own promise of love, forgiveness, joy and success".

" Don't run ahead of God. Let Him direct your steps. He has plans. He has time. God's clock is never early nor late. It always strikes on time".

" God has a reason for allowing things to happen. We may never understand His wisdom but we simply have to trust His will. God bless you all the way".

" Happy moments - praise God. Difficult moments - seek God. Busy moments - bless God. Quiet moments - worship God. Waiting moments - trust God. Painful moments - touch God. Lovely moments - thank God".

"Be happy with what you have...while working for what you want...Remember, a happy and successful life...begins with God and ends for God". 

" The Lord is waiting above to give you His grace and send you His love. Whatever your cross, whatever the pain, God always sends a rainbow after the rain".

"If you have a problem, don't say "Hey I have a big problem." Rather say, "Hey problem, I have a great GOD."

" God will never leave you empty. He will replace everything you lost. If He asks you to put something down,  because He wants you to pick up something greater". 

" God sees you just exactly as you are He sees you perfectly and more truly than people can, and He loves you more than you can ever imagine".

"When God closes a door, He opens a window... but at times, He shuts both. Don't Worry ... for He would tear down the roof... so His blessings could overflow. So... When something stops in your life, or when you think something is going wrong, don't worry. God is creating other new opportunities in your life. He'll always be there"

* Are You Happy ?

10 Ways to Fill Up on Happiness ...!

What do I mean by "fill up on happiness"? I mean choose to find happiness -- not negativity, gossip, mind-numbing TV shows, or empty calories -- in the world around you. The following tips, techniques, and happiness quotes should get you started.

Take Action: Take Heart

"Happiness resides not in possessions and not in gold, the feeling of happiness dwells in the soul." - Democritus (460?-370? BC)

Focus on the chase, the process, the journey -- not the end result! At the end of the day, happiness is not about the big house, the money, or the material goods. The thrill is in the satisfaction of pushing our envelope and working hard. Happiness lives in the meaning and purpose we find in our lives. Melt into the process. Enjoy the ride. Happiness guaranteed!

Celebrate Daily

"There are two ways to live: you can live as if nothing is a miracle; you can live as if everything is a miracle." - Albert Einstein

Celebrate a creative idea, your brilliance, your authentic style, your family, and/or your clean closets! Celebrate anything and everything that brightens your heart. If you find one thing to celebrate every day, your mind will soon automatically search for things to celebrate. Imagine that...your mind on automatic pilot, searching for happy things to celebrate.

Open Your Heart to Forgiveness

"Forgiveness is a funny thing. It warms the heart and cools the sting." - William Arthur Ward

One needs to expend an awful lot of energy to hold onto anger and resentment. And at the end of the day, who is it hurting? Certainly not the people to whom you are directing your bitterness and hostility. Those negative feelings are swirling through your own psyche and body. So let them go and enjoy a path toward feeling lighter, freer, and happier. In the end, you could consider forgiveness the best kind of selfish act, as it benefits you as much as anyone else.

Give Yourself Credit

"The truest greatness lies in being kind, the truest wisdom in a happy mind." - Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Rather than focusing on what you haven't achieved (and believe me, we all could create quite the list), why not focus on what you have accomplished and give yourself credit where credit is due? No holds barred. No thoughts that negate your triumphs or happy moments.

Right now, write down your successes, your favorite memories, and things you are thankful for. You can even project happy happenings into the future. Feel that happy energy swirling upward?

Color Yourself Happy

"Spring is when you feel like whistling even with a shoe full of slush." - Doug Larson

According to a study from the Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam, adults reported feeling happier when in the presence of the colors green and yellow. On our deepest levels, these glorious spring colors remind us of sunshine, spring fields and happiness. Don't underestimate the power and importance of your physical environment -- your home, your office and your car -- anywhere you live. Paint it happy!

Shake Your Booty

"Movement is a medicine for creating change in a person's physical, emotional, and mental states." - Carol Welch

Exercise stimulates the brain to release endorphins and increases the production of the neurotransmitter serotonin, the body's natural mood elevator! Schedule 30 minutes a day to get out there and shake it, baby! Walk, dance, run, jump up and down, twirl in circles...move any way you can and feel happy.

Clear Space for Happiness

"Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after." - Henry David Thoreau

Get those unpleasant, little, pesky tasks done, now! Go on, I said now! They are sapping your energy and weighing you down. They are hanging over your head. Free yourself of this mental clutter, and clear space for happiness!

Release Physical Tension

"We should consider every day lost on which we have not danced at least once. And we should call every truth false, which was not accompanied by at least one laugh." - Friedrich Nietzsche

Stressed, upset, and negative feelings can register in the body as tight shoulders, stomach cramps, stiff neck, or a headache. Some recommended ways to release this physical tension are to laugh, chant or sing, breathe deeply, get a massage, or sit in a sauna or steam room. It's important to take care of your body in whatever way works for you.

Creative Acts of Kindness

"The best way to cheer yourself up is to try to cheer somebody else up." - Mark Twain

Want to create an upward happiness spiral that not only affects you, but in turn expands and spirals out there (woo hoo!) enhancing the world-wide happiness quotient? Do something nice for someone else! It's that simple. Plant one seed of happiness -- just one -- and it has the potential to grow and spread. Watch happiness ripple out...

Strengthen Your Gratitude Muscle

"Wake at dawn with a winged heart and give thanks for another day of loving." - Kahlil Gibran

We can be collectors of injustices -- perpetually feeling slighted, empty, and unhappy because of all the injustices (both real and imagined) that have fallen upon us. Or, we can count our blessings, feel joyful and happy, and cultivate gratitude. Every night before you go to bed, jot down at least 5 things that you are grateful for. You may be grateful for the obvious -- food, shelter, clothing, a job, or some more subtle things, like smiles from strangers, a ripe piece of fruit, or the bus arriving just as you get to the stop. As you strengthen your gratitude muscle, you'll find that your life is filled with more blessings than you realized.

By Janice Taylor

* Saint Gianna Beretta Molla !

 

Gianna Francesca Beretta was born in Magenta in Italy. She was the tenth of thirteen children in her family, only nine of whom survived to adulthood. When she was three, her family moved to Bergamo, and she grew up in the Lombardy region of Italy.

In 1942, Gianna began her study of medicine in Milan. Outside of her schooling, she was active in Azione Cattolica. She received a medical diploma in 1949, and opened an office in Mesero, near her hometown of Magenta, where she specialized in pediatrics.

Gianna hoped to join her brother, a missionary priest in Brazil, where she intended to offer her medical expertise in gynecology to poor women. However, her chronic ill health made this impractical, and she continued her practice in Italy.

In December 1954, Gianna met Pietro Molla, an engineer who worked in her office, ten years older than her. They were officially engaged the following April, and they married in September 1955.

The couple had Pierluigi, born in 1956, Maria Zita, in 1957 and Laura, was born in 1959. Gianna suffered two miscarriages after this.

In 1961, Gianna was once again expecting. During the second month, Gianna developed a fibroma on her uterus. After examination, the doctors gave her three choices: an abortion, which would save her life and allow her to continue to have children; a complete hysterectomy, which would preserve her life, but take the unborn child's life, and prevent further pregnancy; or removal of only the fibroma, with the potential of further complications. Roman Catholic teaching would have allowed her to obtain a hysterectomy, but would forbid an abortion. Wanting to preserve her child's life, she opted for the removal of the fibroma.

After the operation, complications continued throughout her pregnancy. Gianna was quite clear about her wishes, expressing to her family, "This time it will be a difficult delivery, and they may have to save one or the other -- I want them to save my baby." : "If you must decide between me and the child, do not hesitate. Choose the child - I insist on it. Save the baby."

On April 21, 1962, Good Friday of that year, Gianna went to the hospital, where her fourth child, Gianna Emanuela, was successfully delivered via Caesarean section. However, Gianna continued to have severe pain, and died of septic peritonitis.On the morning of April 28, amid unspeakable pain and after repeated exclamations of "Jesus, I love you. Jesus, I love you," Gianna died. She was 39 years old. Her husband Pietro has described Gianna's life as "an act and a perennial action of faith and charity; it was a non-stop search for the will of God for every decision and for every work, with prayer and meditation, Holy Mass and the Eucharist."

Gianna was beatified by Pope John Paul II on April 24, 1994, and officially canonized as a saint on May 16, 2004. Gianna's husband Pietro and their last child, Gianna, were present at the canonization ceremony.

The miracle recognized by the Roman Catholic Church to canonize Gianna Molla involved a mother, Elizabeth Comparini, who was 16 weeks pregnant in 2003 and sustained a tear in her placenta that drained her womb of all amniotic fluid. Because a normal term of pregnancy is 40 weeks, Comparini was told by her doctors the baby's chance of survival was "nil."

Through praying to Gianna Molla and asking for her intercession, Comparini delivered by Caesarean a healthy baby despite the lack of amniotic fluid for the remainder of her pregnancy.

In his homily at her canonization Mass, Pope John Paul II called Gianna "a simple, but more than ever, significant messenger of divine love."

* Footprints !

* When God Guides You !

* God Promises a Safe Landing !

* CRACKPOT - Life is about perspective !

A water-bearer carries two large pots on a yoke across his shoulders up the hill from the river to his master's house each day. One has a crack and leaks half its water out each day before arriving at the house. The other pot is perfect and always delivered a full portion of water after the long walk from the river.

Finally, after years of arriving half-empty and feeling guilty, the cracked pot apologized to the water-bearer. It was miserable. "I'm sorry that I couldn't accomplish what the perfect pot did."

The water-bearer says, "What do you have to apologize for?"

"After all this time, I still only deliver half my load of water. I make more work for you because of my flaw."

The man smiled and told the pot. "Take note of all the lovely flowers growing on the side of the path where I carried you. The flowers grew so lovely because of the water you leaked. There are no flowers on the perfect pot's side."

This is a short story that  reminds us all that we don't have to be perfect for there to be beauty in our lives, we just have to pay attention to the beauty and not our flaws.

* The Butterfly and The Flower !

Once there was a man who asked God for a flower and a butterfly.But instead God gave him a cactus and a caterpillar.The man was sad, he didn’t understand why his request was mistaken.Then he thought: Oh well, God has too many people to care for…And decided not to question.After some time, the man went to check up on his request that he had left forgotten.To his surprise, from the thorny & ugly cactus a beautiful flower had grown.And the unsightly caterpillar had been transformed into the most beautiful butterfly.

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GOD always does things right!His way is ALWAYS the best way, even if to us it seems all wrong.If you asked God for one thing & received another, TRUST.You can be sure that He will always give you what you need at the appropriate time.What you want is not always what you need!God never fails to grant our petitions, so keep on going for Him without doubting or murmuring.Today’s THORN is tomorrow’s FLOWER!God gives the very best to those who leave the choices up to Him!

* God Bless my friends !

I told GOD… Let all my friends be healthy and happy forever…!

GOD said: But for 4 days only….!

I said: Yes, let them be a Spring Day, Summer Day, Autumn Day, and Winter Day.

GOD said: 3 days..

I said: Yes, Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow.

GOD said: No, 2 days!

I said: Yes, a Bright Day (Daytime) and Dark Day (Night-time).

GOD said: No, just 1 day!

I said: Yes!

GOD asked: Which day?

I said: Every Day in the living years of all my friends!

GOD laughed, and said: All your friends will be healthy and happy Every Day.

* Mother Mary & John Paul II !!

Mother Mary is  holding John Paul II in Her arms when he was shot in 1981.

This happened on May 13, 1981. Pope John Paul II was shot as he arrived in St. Peter’s Square to speak to the people who had gathered there. When he was shot, he was holding the rosary, which he always carried. When he fell to the ground, out of nowhere, a woman rushed to his side and embraced him. That pic is shown above. The picture is said to have been taken by one of the gathered people who was busy taking Pope’s pics with his camera. The woman vanished as quickly as she appeared.

The gunman was apprehended in the square and sentenced to life in prison. The pope was critically wounded but survived after surgery and a long recovery. The surprising fact is that all the bullets passed just past his vital internal organs. When he recovered finally, the first thing Pope asked for was his rosary. When he got it in his hands, he said that he felt Mother Mary directing the bullets’ path through him. Sure, John Paul II was always in the habit of praying the rosary regularly. He had once said “The best prayer I like is the Rosary”.

Joaquin Navarro Valls, who is the one spokesman from The Vatican, said that they made a lot of studies for years of this incredible picture and of course about the quality of the developing of the picture because when it was developed nobody could see very well because the image was not clear. Finally, and after so many controls and being looking and checking by all the experts in photography (around the world), they decided that there were no tricks in it and today they give us this beautiful gift from our Mother of God. You can see the Mother of God holding John Paul II in her arms. Beautiful right?

I dont know whether You will believe me or not. But many do. And among those who believed, Bishop Thomas Wenski recreated the picture on a glass window at his Florida residence. You can see that below…

* Friends !

Two friends were traveling together through the desert, and at one moment in their journey, they quarreled over a foolish issue. One turned around and slapped his partner on his face. The other, quite offended, without uttering a word sat down and wrote on the sand:"Today my best friend slapped me on the face!"

They kept their travels and finally arrived at on oasis where they decided to take a rest. The one that had been slapped and offended quickly jumped in the water. The water was deeper than he thought and, not knowing how to swim, he began to drawn. His friend, without a minute of hesitation, ran to the shore, jumped in and swam to his rescue. Pulling him out of water, he checked his breathing and took a towel and covered his friend's shoulders with it.

Once recovered from his near death experience, the friend that had previously been slapped, one more time sat on the sand near a large flat rock where he chiseled: "Today my best friend saved my life!"

His friend quiet surprised asked him,"Why did you first write in the sand that I slapped you but now you chiseled in the rock that I saved your life?

With a big smile friend replied,"When a good friend offends me, I let changing sands of time erase the incident; but a good friend risks his life or does something from his heart for me, I make sure that time does not erase it nor forget it."

"Friends, do not mind the Small issues in your friendship and if you do so it might be the Big mistake you are committing in your life. Friends are the valuable assets in the Balance sheet of your life, Care for them........ ..."

* Dream Big !

What a friend we have in Jesus !

"What a friend we have in Jesus,

All our sins and griefs to bear!

What a privilege to carry

Everything to God in prayer!

Oh, what peace we often forfeit,

Oh, what needless pain we bear,

All because we do not carry

Everything to God in prayer!

Have we trials and temptations?

Is there trouble anywhere?

We should never be discouraged—

Take it to the Lord in prayer.

Can we find a friend so faithful,

Who will all our sorrows share?

Jesus knows our every weakness;

Take it to the Lord in prayer.

Are we weak and heavy-laden,

Cumbered with a load of care?

Precious Savior, still our refuge—

Take it to the Lord in prayer.

Do thy friends despise, forsake thee?

Take it to the Lord in prayer!

In His arms He’ll take and shield thee,

Thou wilt find a solace there.

Blessed Savior, Thou hast promised

Thou wilt all our burdens bear;

May we ever, Lord, be bringing

All to Thee in earnest prayer.

Soon in glory bright, unclouded,

There will be no need for prayer—

Rapture, praise, and endless worship

Will be our sweet portion there"

Author Unknown 

* 10 Ways to Boost Your Bliss !

Stay well rested -- The average person needs 7 to 8 hours of sleep per night. However, those who are stressed may need even more winks. Lack of sleep interferes with our ability to cope, and nothing sours a mood quite like overtiredness. Reduce irritability by increasing your shuteye.

Show gratitude -- A positive attitude begins with being grateful for what’s already been received. Start each day by writing down or contemplating something you’re thankful for.

Laugh at yourself, smile at others -- Laughing in the midst of challenges makes troubles seem less threatening. Find something funny about daily frustrations to help conquer life’s annoyances. Share your smiles with others because when we give someone else a pick-me-up, we give ourselves one too.

Play -- Grant yourself permission to be silly and childlike at least once a day. Being playful can lead to sudden inspirations, new solutions and creative pursuits.

Practice the art of nonresistance -- Remain in the current moment to find joy in the present. Don’t try to forecast the future by projecting struggles beyond their knowable range. Instead of trying to control what can’t be controlled, experience the exhilaration of living fully in the here and now.

Find supportive friends -- Surround yourself with family and friends whose traits and behaviors you admire. Steer clear of those who are insensitive, hypercritical or lack your vision for success.

Set attainable goals -- Visualize your deepest desires, but set attainable goals to achieve those dreams. A series of small accomplishments will build confidence while you’re working toward major milestones.

Get organized -- Set aside time each week to organize your surroundings. Declare a “deal with it” day, a period to tackle errands, chores and minor repairs you’ve been ignoring. Clear out physical clutter to lessen stress and lighten your spirits.

Experience nature -- Step outdoors and witness the varieties of plants, animals and insects. Marvel at the clouds, sun, moon or stars. When we surround ourselves with nature, we’re better able to put our problems into perspective. That tree we’re looking at might have stood for 100+ years despite countless storms. We, too, are equally resilient.

Be authentic -- Live each day on your own terms, actively choosing the path that is right for you. Be honest and faithful to your true self, and fully embrace your worth. Don’t let anyone else’s desires for you sidetrack you from your life’s mission. Say “no” when you need to. Remember that you alone get to decide what makes you happy.

[ Diana Estill ]

* One & Only Mother !

GOD has given us many stars to shine,

many flowers to bloom,

many friends to cherish,

but only one

MOTHER to remember.......

I thank my God whenever I think of YOU !
*********

"A mother is the truest friend we have, 
when trials heavy and sudden, fall upon us;

when adversity takes the place of prosperity;

when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine desert us;

when trouble thickens around us,

still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts

and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness,

and cause peace to return to our hearts".

* On The Wings Of A Prayer !!

Just close your Eyes and open your heart,

And feel your worries and cares depart.

Just yield yourself to the Father above,

And let him hold you secure in his love.

For life on earth grows more involved,

With endless problems that can't be solved,

But God only ask us to do our best,

Then he will take over and finish the rest...

So when you are tired, discouraged and blue,

There is always one door that is open to you,

And that is the door to The House of Prayer,

And you'll find God waiting to meet you there.

And The House of Prayer is no further away,

than the quiet spot where you kneel and pray.

For the heart is a temple when God is there

As we place ourselves in his loving care.

And he hears every prayer and answers each one

When we Pray in His name - Thy will be done.

The burdens that seemed too heavy to bear

Are lifted away on the "wings of a prayer".

By: Helen Steiner Rice

Why wedding ring is worn on the fourth finger...its very interesting !!!

Why should the wedding ring be worn on the fourth finger?


There is a beautiful and convincing explanation given by the Chinese.....

Thumb represents your Parents

Second (Index) finger represents your Siblings

Middle finger represents your-Self

Fourth (Ring) finger represents your Life Partner

& the Last (Little) finger represents your children

Firstly, open your palms (face to face), bend the middle fingers and hold them together - back to back

Secondly, open and hold the remaining three fingers and the thumb - tip to tip

Now, try to separate your thumbs (representing the parents)..., they will open, because your parents are not destined to live with you lifelong, and have to leave you sooner or later.

Please join your thumbs as before and separate your Index fingers (representing siblings)...., they will also open, because your brothers and sisters will have their own families and will have to lead their own separate lives.
Now join the Index fingers and separate your Little fingers (representing your children)...., they will open too, because the children also will get married and settle down on their own some day.
Finally, join your Little fingers, and try to separate your Ring fingers (representing your spouse).

You will be surprised to see that you just CANNOT....., because Husband & Wife have to remain together all their lives - through thick and thin!!
Please try this out.............

ISN'T THIS A LOVELY THEORY?

* Helping hands !!

It was a Sports Stadium.Eight Children were standing on the track to participate in a running event.

* Ready! * Steady! * Bang !!!With the sound of Toy pistol,All eight girls started running.Hardly had they covered ten to fifteen steps,when one of the smaller girls slipped and fell down,Due to bruises and pain she started crying.

When the other seven girls heard the little girl cry they stopped running, stood for a while and turned back.Seeing the girl on the track they all ran to help.

One among them bent down, picked her up and kissed her gently And enquired as to how she was..They then lifted the fallen girl pacifying her.

Two of them held her firmly while all seven joined hands together and walked together towards the winning post........ .There was pin drop silence at the spectator's stand.Officials were shocked.

Slow claps multiplied to thousands as the spectators stood up in appreciation.Many eyes were filled with tears.

YES.!! This happened in Hyderabad [INDIA] !

The sport was conducted by National Institute of Mental Health.All these special girls had come to participate in this event.They were spastic children.Yes, they were Mentally Challenged.

What did they teach the WORLD.?

Teamwork.?

Humanity.?
Equality among all.??
Successful people help others who are slow in learning.So that they are not left far behind.

This is really a great message... !