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What is your (reason for being) (purpose) (meaning) (why am I here) in life?

16 Tuesday Sep 2014

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the-meaning-of-lifeExcerpt from article in Epoch Times: NDE Research (Near Death Experiences)

“It is important for NDE research to reach mainstream society, said Holden, because the messages therein are so important. One of the lessons learned by many NDEers is that “human life has purpose,” Holden said.

At some time in everyone’s life, we should (need to!) address this question. And our answers will usually be based on our cultural upbringing, religious beliefs, scientific perspectives and the personal philosophy we usually acquire as we grow older.

Do you know the purpose (the real meaning) of YOUR life?

To help answer this question (with the same question), I have gone to the world’s experts on (never really figuring out this question) …

The Meaning of Life! (Click on photo to start video)

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“What if by engaging our imagination and opening our minds we could unlock the door to a world of wonders?”

14 Sunday Sep 2014

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“What if by engaging our imagination and opening our minds we could unlock the door to a world of wonders?” Cirque du Soleil poses this question in its latest travelling show “Kurios: Cabinet of Curiosities.”

So how does this question apply to you and your life?

What is beyond the door of your imagination? What is holding you back from opening it?  What are you afraid of seeing – of feeling – of hearing? Could it be – THE TRUTH?

I think it’s time to open our doors!

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Parents! What to do when the kids are getting in your way!

12 Friday Sep 2014

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My father had a great sense of humour.

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Here I am at 2 years old hanging on the wall. Judging by my facial expression, it didn’t seem to bother me at all.

Of course, knowing me, my facial expression also contains a hint of “So you think this is funny? Just wait until I get you back!”

I did! But years later of course 🙂

 

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Hmm..like father like son. This is me (many years later) having learned a trick or two from my father.

Meghan is not quite sure about this, but Andrew is enjoying every moment of it.

Oh, and check out those socks in the sandals. 🙂

John Chick – Football Player and Family Man

08 Monday Sep 2014

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John Chick is a Defensive End for the Saskatchewan Roughriders football team and he is one of the hardest players for opposing teams to stop. He is at the top of his game in a very demanding and rough sport.

But John is also a family man and when you watch this short video, you will understand what drives this athlete to be the best he can – his family. 🙂

Click on photo below to view video.

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John Chick Family TSN Feature Saskatchewan Roughriders