I have truly been inspired by this great man Randy Pausch. I knew nothing of him till Monday when my co worker mentioned he had died, I didnt think anything of it cause I didnt know him. Well, last night I watched the ABC special on him and lets just say I will never be the same again. He was a man with great heart, as he said a "tigger" compared to being an "eyor." It made me think about how I can dwell on such trivial things when this man had a smile on his face knowing he was dying of cancer. His dear wife was amazing herself, with amazing pespective and faith. Together they were an amazing couple and parents, anyone would have been blessed to know them. I only hope I can adapt this mans vigor for life and amazing attitude. He said if he could give any three words of advice he would say "Tell the truth" and if he were given three more it would be "All the time." Not just in general, he meant to yourself and to others. If you truly love someone you will be their critic and tell the truth (but in a loving and proper way of course.) When they stop, thats when you know theyve given up and you dont ever want someone to give up on helping make you a better person. Cause thats what this life is all about, progression and becoming better than you once were. I think this man can help us along that path if we truly believed and adapted his teachings.
I just wanted to share how Ive been touched by this wonderful person. I hope he can touch you as well.
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I used his last lecture as part of my seminary curriculum last year... who CAN'T benefit from those great words? It's sad that he's gone, and his kids will grow up mostly without him. His perspective was right on.
Wow what an inspiring man, inspiring lecture and inspiring outlook on life!! Brought tear to my eyes, we can all be better, can't we!! I loved it!! Thank you for telling me to go to your blog and check it out. I love you lots!! :)
Tina
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