tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post5196509130187654797..comments2023-07-08T02:18:50.926-07:00Comments on Foreign Quang: Inspiration from Goodlife Zen Question 6Randihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16746936407430428943noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-48354424575728073872010-01-07T09:01:51.174-08:002010-01-07T09:01:51.174-08:00Randi -
Yeah they could make the 3D glasses a lit...Randi -<br /><br />Yeah they could make the 3D glasses a little bit more comfortable. I would think though technology is getting to the point where the glasses would not be necessary, I heard something about "laser tv's" (to replace the LCD or plasma you just bought, or HD tv)& blu rays which were supposed to be in 3D (supposedly that is the next big format war once the standard gets settled)<br /><br />God Bless,<br />AdamAdamWnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-78698458606663652842010-01-06T18:30:56.540-08:002010-01-06T18:30:56.540-08:00Adam: Can you believe that I cannot see 3-D movies...Adam: Can you believe that I cannot see 3-D movies? It just looks like a blur to me. If I have to sit through one, then I vacillate between putting the glasses on, then taking them back off. Either way, it's a mess that makes me nauseated.Randihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16746936407430428943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-21955260978258978202010-01-06T11:25:54.023-08:002010-01-06T11:25:54.023-08:00Randi -
My Dad & I saw it in 3D IMAX at a loc...Randi -<br /><br />My Dad & I saw it in 3D IMAX at a local theater, which was pretty cool. I had seen movies in IMAX but the 3D actually was decently done, not just the gimmicky things where the camera points at somebody handing something in you are looking at it from their perspective, you can actually see dimensionality like on tables & characters & stuff.<br /><br />Anyways I am sure it is setting the groundwork for the next generation of computer graphics, but aside from that beautiful propaganda. Would luv to see Star Wars or the Matrix in 3D, I am sure that is what they are working on when they run out of movies to remake, just reissue the good ones in better quality ;)<br /><br />You can give Computer Geek my email, or anyone else who needs to reach me. I have more issues of that newsletter I sent you, he has some neat stuff & has been on a couple A&E type programs.<br /><br />God Bless,<br />AdamAdamWnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-68063466915843311302010-01-06T09:34:47.849-08:002010-01-06T09:34:47.849-08:00Adam: You and Computer Geek sound so much alike! ...Adam: You and Computer Geek sound so much alike! He said exactly the same thing as you about Avatar. Maybe I'll suggest to him that he write you regarding his views.<br /><br />I got the document you mentioned, but haven't made time to read it yet as I am between classes right now.It looks interesting.<br /><br />Septembermom: I sure know what you mean about "mechanical motions" during the holidays.It's almost like being on auto-pilot, yet stressful at the same time. And you're so right...to make Christmas happen every day takes effort!Yet I do think that's what we're supposed to do. I love your philosophy about living "generously in word, deed and spirit all year long." I want to try that!Randihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16746936407430428943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-28575442825814932262010-01-05T20:09:20.646-08:002010-01-05T20:09:20.646-08:00Randi, a beautiful post once again.
I also worry ...Randi, a beautiful post once again.<br /><br />I also worry about going through almost mechanical motions during the preparation frenzy for Christmas. This year I especially was not happy to see how much my kids were caught up in the secular trappings suffocating the true meaning of Christmas. I worked hard to refocus them and I also want to rethink my own priorities during the whole year. What are we truly called to do by God? Doesn't He want us to live generously in word, deed and spirit all year long. It has to be a conscious decision to try and make that happen in even the smallest way. At least it's a start. Randi, thanks for getting me to think. You're a great teacher to me too :)septembermomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01570525910483384484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-91711404625483970862010-01-05T19:49:08.430-08:002010-01-05T19:49:08.430-08:00Randi -
I still give gifts, but not having any yo...Randi -<br /><br />I still give gifts, but not having any young children in the house its not the same as it was when you are an adult. I struggle with stinginess, which is not the same as frugality, I am trying to be more generous with people in general (not just in non-profit donations etc.). As a kid in my household Christmas was one of the maybe two times a year we actually went to church.<br /><br />I just get tired of all the various Charles Dickens spin off movies, tv shows, everybody has to reinvent the Christmas Carol every year, be it Dr. Who or the Simpsons, is it really the gospel of Christ?<br /><br />Things are different now, I won't go into specifics suffice it to say that I go to church, though as you know God would have me return to the flock I abandoned when I am able to.<br /><br />BTW saw Avatar today, did you say Computer Geek & the kids saw it? Would like to know his take, I thought it was great special effects work but pretty blatant environmentalist propaganda.<br /><br />Check your other email I am sending you a copy of something, if you like it let me know. I've shared it with some others & they've enjoyed it.<br /><br />God Bless,<br />AdamAdamWnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-79971389386554054242010-01-05T19:04:07.481-08:002010-01-05T19:04:07.481-08:00Hayden: Does your dad still play? Did you pick up...Hayden: Does your dad still play? Did you pick up any instruments? I loved going to Midnight Mass--the smell of incense, all the lighted candles until the fire department said we couldn't, the fantastic music. I spent this Christmas Eve watching the Pope do Midnight Mass on TV.<br /><br />Adam: As I learned this year, it is so hard to separate our emotions from the true meaning of Christmas.I'm sure for me, it will be an ongoing process. I love holidays and even celebrate St. Patrick's Day with gusto. So how do you celebrate Christmas?<br /><br />Ken:Excellent point,Ken. Service is always the quickest way to feel connected and spiritual, especially if it can be done anonymously. I'm so glad you brought that up.<br /><br />Linda: Thank you so much for stopping by and for commenting! We're glad to see you and hope to see more of you. I stopped by your site too, and now I have this uncontrollable urge to re-decorate! :)<br /><br />Daisy: I think spirituality is such a personal thing. To each of us it means something vastly different. Auntie M, below, was thinking the same thing. I have known many church-going people who did not have a spiritual bone in their bodies, and have known many people who refuse to step inside a church but who have deep spiritual insight. To some people, spirituality is defined by church membership and to others it is defined by their relationship to the universe, or to nature, or to a particular person. Some get that "aha" moment when their life changes,and others feel an overall sense of contentment. You'll have to let me know how the books were!<br /><br />Auntie M: I think we were kind of heading in the same direction. I love what you said: "Spirituality is a state of mind; perhaps of being at peace with how one is living his or her life." It's such an individual interpretation. Mary sure got us thinking...Randihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16746936407430428943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-71090670861858857232010-01-05T13:53:03.197-08:002010-01-05T13:53:03.197-08:00Randi, the anonymous comment left was mine. Guess ...Randi, the anonymous comment left was mine. Guess I didn't hit the right button.Auntie M.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-41151897579981873712010-01-05T13:51:28.435-08:002010-01-05T13:51:28.435-08:00This discussion (and reading Ken Devine's comm...This discussion (and reading Ken Devine's comment), brought to mind something that happened years ago. Someone close to me was described as spiritual, and another person, also close to me, said, "I don't think so. He's not religious and he doesn't even go to church." After a moment's thought, I commented that the two don't necessarily go hand in hand. Being spiritual can manifest itself in caring, being helpful, kind, of service to others. Spirituality is a state of mind; perhaps of being at peace with how one is living his or her life.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-55189956126794663052010-01-05T12:15:07.478-08:002010-01-05T12:15:07.478-08:00Randi, I've been trying and trying, and I'...Randi, I've been trying and trying, and I'm sitting here staring at your post (which I love) - try as I might, I can not seem to answer for myself "what deepened you spiritually".<br /><br />Am I so stuck hanging on to my security blanket that I can not think of one thing? Perhaps it's because I keep looking for the BIG one thing, or the BIG a-ha, and none come to mind. I need to dial it down a few notches.<br /><br />I'm blank.<br /><br />Although this only happened yesterday, I took my son to the library and we went to the usual kids section. He loves non-fiction, and particularly dinosaurs. I was looking down a different aisle from usual and was stunned to find topics ranging from human rights (incl. gay/lesbian rights) to diversity, bullying, darwin and religion. I borrowed a few books on different religions (remember, this is the kid's section) and felt.. I can't describe it. My husband laughed when he saw 3 books on 3 different religions.<br /><br />Whoever said you can't teach an old dog new tricks hasn't met a dog like me. :)Daisyhttp://answerstartswithyou.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-35558117544840220042010-01-05T10:39:59.213-08:002010-01-05T10:39:59.213-08:00Randi,
This is my first visit and it will not be...Randi,<br /> This is my first visit and it will not be my last...awesome post! Hope you have a wonderful week!<br /><br />Blessings,<br />LindaLinda@Coastal Charmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01216295757799446261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-51141309131129613272010-01-05T10:00:24.444-08:002010-01-05T10:00:24.444-08:00It's great that we question our motives. It...It's great that we question our motives. It's great that we have the time to cogitate. This was a good reminder for me to make time to ponder.<br /><br />Service deepens my spirituality. Doing something without reward for someone other than myself always does it for me.Ken Devinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01659672111856249878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-31510023220352070622010-01-05T06:15:14.021-08:002010-01-05T06:15:14.021-08:00Randi -
I did not grow up in a deeply religious h...Randi -<br /><br />I did not grow up in a deeply religious household, my family still does not go to church or believe in Jesus Christ. But Christmas is the one "religious" holiday everybody celebrates. When I looked into the deep pagan traditions of Christmas I was just shocked & nauseated. I also work in retail & the focus really is about selling, not about Jesus Christ.<br /><br />It feels odd being the sourpuss who does not participate in the pagan traditions & who wants to focus on Jesus. If only it were about our Savior I would be glad when that day came around, but sadly for most of my family it is not about Him its about them & that just makes me sad.<br /><br />God Bless,<br />AdamAdamWnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-90867638193667436732010-01-05T06:02:52.100-08:002010-01-05T06:02:52.100-08:00Christmas really can be a secular holiday having n...Christmas really can be a secular holiday having nothing to do with Christ. That version is all about the bells and whistles, lights and food, family and friends.<br /><br />And since a lot of our Christmas traditions hold treasured memories of our loved ones, we want to connect with that.<br /><br />My dad actually played the viola for the midnight mass of a local Catholic church. We weren't actually Catholic but every Christmas my brother, grandmother, and I would sit through midnight mass and all the gorgeous music.<br /><br />That's probably the only Christmas tradition in my family that combined both spiritual and family elements.Hayden Tompkinshttp://throughtheillusion.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-59057627129173176512010-01-05T04:33:11.303-08:002010-01-05T04:33:11.303-08:00Randi
I'm glad you don't tweet. Your writ...Randi<br /><br />I'm glad you don't tweet. Your writing goes much deeper. Leave tweeting to the birds. They do it well.Auntie M.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-37639200405825267092010-01-04T23:30:47.718-08:002010-01-04T23:30:47.718-08:00Auntie M: Why, yes! It did! And you know what ha...Auntie M: Why, yes! It did! And you know what happens when I start thinking---I tweet! <br /><br />No I don't. <br /><br />I BLOG! :)Randihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16746936407430428943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-27470892013453272482010-01-04T23:29:21.815-08:002010-01-04T23:29:21.815-08:00Daisy: Au contraire, my little Canadienne! That wa...Daisy: Au contraire, my little Canadienne! That was a beautiful, heart-felt comment. I have had enough friends who have hated the holidays to know that you are not alone in your feelings. How hard it must have been for you as a child to see children around you experiencing joy and happiness when you were feeling such anguish in your heart. It's hard to be a "have not" when all around you are the "haves." I'm not talking about presents either--it's the feeling of not having love and appreciation during those critical years. For you, there was no security blanket. It never goes away, does it? If only parents/caretakers/extended family could always be aware of the little souls they are affecting when they are not as kind as they should be. <br /><br />Great insights, Daisy. Thank you for being brave, and sharing them with us. I hope you now know that you ARE loved and wanted.Randihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16746936407430428943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-67166112916422328382010-01-04T18:24:31.434-08:002010-01-04T18:24:31.434-08:00Another great post, Randi. Zen really got you thin...Another great post, Randi. Zen really got you thinking, didn't it?Auntie M.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6489063201658597291.post-23587540205327819712010-01-04T17:39:27.003-08:002010-01-04T17:39:27.003-08:00oh my Randi. You simply make me want to cry, and ...oh my Randi. You simply make me want to cry, and laugh all at once.<br /><br />I love how you went to a tough place and figured out the why's - it is breathtaking and extremely tough to do.<br /><br />As I read about how you feel about Christmas, I realize like a ton of bricks, again, why I dislike it with probably the same degree you love it. I joke to be a grinch and go bahumbug every year, yet, I know in my heart, it isn't Christmas that is troublesome to me, it is my childhood and what Christmas felt like for me. The twinkling lights represented unconditional love for you. They represented the opposite for me - or rather they represented a misunderstanding, or an ignorance of what Christmas is supposed to mean. I simply felt unwanted and unloved at a time when it seemed everyone else felt joy.<br /><br />Wow. Not trying to be a downer here - just saying your post is powerful; feelings are powerful whether they are feelings of love, anger, or sadness.<br /><br />Thanks for the beautiful post. Sorry for my not-so-beautiful comment. I'll come back to try to answer that question later.Daisyhttp://answerstartswithyou.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.com