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"Connections and Why They Matter"
Most of what happens in our life will spark a connection. Life connects with what has been found in books. Books connect with what happens in life. Use the connections to help you see more clearly. A love of reading and writing is what motivated the creation of this blog. Thank you for coming to the blog.
Despite our many differences, all humans share at least one thing in common. We all want to be the best version of ourselves.
Some of us define that goal as connecting to a community, having a big family, or excelling at a job we love. Others can’t necessarily represent it but seek the abstract idea of “happiness.” Surely, once we find our “purpose and fulfill it, we will find that elusive “happiness,” right?
Alexander Pope said, “Act well your part; there all the honor lies” But what if you find yourself unsure of your place in this world? What if you know your part but find your goals too insurmountable to reach?
You need a change, and to get that, you need to change.
Only then will you have the confidence and focus on making that big career change or learning that new skill to help you jump into another profession. These significant life changes can be scary. It can sometimes seem impossible, especially after feeling you’ve lived a whole life without changing.
Other Newsletter Items
Several weeks ago, there was a lot of bad news. It seemed like the whole world was falling apart. Later that day, I posted thoughts and graphics titled "What a Wonderful World."
That day I also came across a Louis Armstong recording where he sang this song. The words inspired me, as did Mr. Armstong's voice and instrument.
The post below was inspired at that time when that week's news was anything but good. It was inspired by Louis Armstrong's recording of the song, "What a Wonderful World" I wondered what kind of feedback I would get. I was pleasantly surprised.
The website posts about "Bad Poetry"and "Writers' Symbolism" have also been well received. I am amazed at the number of website visits from google visitors worldwide about my website post on "Bad Poetry.