Finish This Sentence . . .
. . . and don't forget to tell us why.
The person who inspires me most, living or dead is . . . . .
And have a blessed, compassionate, and joy-filled Sunday.
Sunday, June 14, 2009
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The person who inspires me most, living or dead...
my ex.
Because he thought I wouldn't-couldn't.
So I can and I will.
(creepy, I know)
MLK Jr. because he was able to change the hearts of many people without violence.
The person who inspires me most, living or dead is . . . . .
The late Tim Russert, because "he regarded a day greeted without real enthusiasm as a sadly lost opportunity." (As quoted by Mario Cuomo at Tim Russert's memorial service, not to mention, Tim and I shared the same roots.)
This quote is taped next to my computer. Nothing says carpe diem better.
OK, I need to add a true inspiration...
Maya Angelou.
"I can be changed by what happens to me, but I refuse to be reduced by it."
That quote turned me around about eight years ago -- and inspired me to live well.
The person who inspires me most living or dead is . . . Abraham Lincoln.
The person who inspires me most, living or dead is . . . (and always has been) my mom. Even though I may wish she was more hands-on when I was younger, I truly respect what she's done with her life. My father left us when I was 2 months old and she had to go on welfare before getting back on her feet. By the time I was in third grade, she owned several nursing homes and had remarried (they're still married). She went away to law school at age 39 and has been very successful.
Her drive and determination has always shown me that you CAN do whatever you set your mind to, you just have to keep trying.
Thanks for the reminder. :)
My Mom, too. She overcame a lot in her life and still managed to raise two kids who are doing pretty well. She gave me so much when she had so little. And she perseveres no matter what.
Amy:
I like BOTH your answers.
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Cheryl:
No surprise that he's one of mine, along with the Dalai Lama.
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Kath:
I was always convinced I was going to marry Tim Russert. I was so saddened by his passing. Not only did we lose a great guy . . . great journalist . . . but now I am left in search of a new husband.
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Joe:
Another good one.
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Melanie and Sarah:
Wonderful answers. I am sure my kids will one day merely roll their eyes when asked about me.
:-)
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All . . .
I think my answer has to be Viktor Frankl. My life is CLEARLY delineated . . . "My life before I read Man's Search for Meaning," and "My life after . . . "
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kids (adults, too) with a terminal illness and a positive attitude/determined spirit.
Snookms and my Fabricated Jesus. Why? Because they love me for ME! :)
Stephen Parrish. He's living proof that it's still possible to get a book deal no matter how old you are.
Heather:
I had the honor of meeting a kid like that recently. He definitely lit up a room.
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Hmmm, it's maybe best to go with the first person that pops into your head. In which case I would have to say my older brother Pete. He's 7 years older and certainly not without his flaws, but I've often thought, since I was a little kid, I was trying to walk in his very large footsteps, both literally and metaphorically.
Erica, there's still David Sedaris. :)
Jude Hardin.
Because he makes fun of old people.
Lordy, I really wanted to answer, but I can't think of one. (I can, however, think of twenty.)
Today I was thinking of Melanie, and how very brave and amazing she is to have completely uprooted her life, changed her lifestyle, and moved to a different country.
My dad because he overcame what his brothers couldn't, because he respects my mother even when he doesn't, because he believed in the American dream and worked hard to make it come true, because he never gave up even when things got tough.
Mark:
It must be special to have an older sibling like that. I am the oldest. I don't think EITHER of my sisters ascribes to be anything like me. :-)
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Kath:
I know. Poor David has no idea he's slated for marriage.
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Realm:
Aww . . . that's awesome.
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Jude:
LOL.
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Chris:
Very clever!
:-)
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Spy:
I know . . . she's amazing. I was talking about her yesterday to a friend of mine.
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Richmond:
My dad overcame long odds too. Good answer.
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Jude: I'll dance on your grave, you whippersnapper!
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