In the hustle and bustle of our everyday lives, we oftentimes take the simple, precious gifts for granted, like a sunny, cool day and the vibrant colors of an autumn day..We have become adept at tuning out our surroundings, even calls for help from our friends...and clients..?..... Are we not sometimes guilty when the monitors alarm and the call bells ring, and we fail to respond in a timely manner , because we are glued to that computer??
I recall a funny incident written about a pollster doing a survey on APATHY..He approached this guy on the street and asks him.."SIR, did you know that apathy is one of the major problems in our society today?" His response?..'I don't know, and I don't care!!"
A significant event involving our family and loved ones inevitably spurs us to action; that event becomes a catalyst for reflection, and hopefully, change. The sudden death of a dear friend's loved one recently made all of us aware, once again, that there are NO guarantees in life.. a wake up call to remind us that the present, as is often quoted, IS a GIFT!!!
Harvard Business School Professor Michael Norton, who researches the Psychology of Happiness, in an article "Happy Money" ( Time magazine, 10/2011) says, "Buying a new car, like eating french fries, can satisfy a craving. But spending on experiences like leisure and travel , or on friends and loved ones offers a longer term bang for the buck."
That said, will you, my fellow Aquinians share your time , talent and treasures with us as we celebrate a milestone in our Professional journey? Let's meet in AUL next year!!.
Travel, anyone?...You betcha!!!
Many hugs from,
Menchu
P.S.
Congratulations to our dear Susan Monforte Matito for winning that grand prize...She opted to keep the car in lieu of cash..Knowing Sansue, she will be behind those wheels, riding those brakes, to visit friends, who appreciate her loving presence, as always..See ya!!
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