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Cowee Mountain Overlook, Blue Ridge Mountains

“The closest to being in control we will ever be is in that moment that we realize we're not.” ~ Brian Kessler

Desiderata

"... Nurture strength of spirit

to shield you in sudden misfortune.
But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.

Beyond a wholesome discipline,
be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe
no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.

And whether or not it is clear to you,
no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
Therefore, be at peace with God,
whatever you conceive Him to be.
And whatever your labors and aspirations,
in the noisy confusion of life,
keep peace in your soul.
With all its sham,
drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful.
Strive to be happy."

~ Max Ehrmann

"In this world, it is not what we take up but what we give up that makes us rich.” — Henry Ward Beecher

Once social change begins, it cannot be reversed.  You cannot un-educate the person who has learned to read.  You cannot humiliate the person who feels pride.  You cannot oppress the people who are not afraid anymore.  ~ Cesar Chavez

Teach this triple truth to all:

A generous heart, kind speech, and a life of service and compassion are the things which renew humanity.  ~ The Buddha

Everything we do matters, has an impact on our world because ...

... we are all connected.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Cox_(physicist)