Little drops of rain; cloudy skies; a little chill. These are some of the reminders that Fall is here. In the Fall, I actually like to drive on the highway when the Sun is shining and leaves are turning brown and there is just a slight chill in the air. Empire State Building is in full sight and it seems like the Sun is fighting to push the clouds away. Who shall win - to be determined.
Today's quote is "There's no secret about success. Did you ever know a successful man who didn't tell you about it?" Author Kin Hubbard.
Very true. Successful people talk about their journey and the trials and tribulations they experienced. Some success stories are similar and others are quite unique.
My success story is staying employed for most of my life!
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Diantie's Daily Quote - "No matter how far..."
Don't know the weather forecast for today but right now clouds are passing above the Empire State Building but I also happen to see signs of blue sky and guess what? Now it's reflections of the Sun so I guess I can conclude that it is looking to be a nice day!
Today's quote is "No matter how far you have gone on a wrong road, turn back." Turkish Proverb.
I love this quote. Actually that happen to me last weekend when I took that drive out to the Hamptons. I got a little confuse when I was driving so I turned around, went down another road and quickly realized I was definitely going in wrong direction. Yes, I turned around and saw a car pulled over on the side of the road. I concluded that we were all headed to the same place so I asked. And yes, we were all going to the Hamptons marathon. The nice couple got their bearings together and I followed behind.
As the runners completed their course, I spotted the couple walking by and I quickly went over and thanked them for guiding me to my destination. Now what are the odds; hundreds of people participating in this marathon and I saw the couple again.
This is just one example of turning back. The key is to recognize and acknowledge that you are headed in the wrong direction. The best decision is to turn back!
Today's quote is "No matter how far you have gone on a wrong road, turn back." Turkish Proverb.
I love this quote. Actually that happen to me last weekend when I took that drive out to the Hamptons. I got a little confuse when I was driving so I turned around, went down another road and quickly realized I was definitely going in wrong direction. Yes, I turned around and saw a car pulled over on the side of the road. I concluded that we were all headed to the same place so I asked. And yes, we were all going to the Hamptons marathon. The nice couple got their bearings together and I followed behind.
As the runners completed their course, I spotted the couple walking by and I quickly went over and thanked them for guiding me to my destination. Now what are the odds; hundreds of people participating in this marathon and I saw the couple again.
This is just one example of turning back. The key is to recognize and acknowledge that you are headed in the wrong direction. The best decision is to turn back!
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Diantie's Daily Quote - "We may encounter..."
It's an overcast day here in New York City and there is a vague sighting of the Empire State Building. On a few occasions, I get to see the skyscraper lighted up at night. It's a beautiful sight.
Today's quote is "We may encounter defeat but we must not be defeated." Author Maya Angelou.
We all encounter defeat and most us get back up on our feet and try again. And yes, sometimes we have to accept that we were defeated.
My two cents is to keep trying at something until you succeed! Especially if what you are trying to achieve is achievable!
Today's quote is "We may encounter defeat but we must not be defeated." Author Maya Angelou.
We all encounter defeat and most us get back up on our feet and try again. And yes, sometimes we have to accept that we were defeated.
My two cents is to keep trying at something until you succeed! Especially if what you are trying to achieve is achievable!
Monday, October 4, 2010
Diantie's Daily Quote - "Follow your instincts..."
What does weather has in store for NYC? Right now clouds are passing over the Empire State Building and it was raining earlier. Let's hope for a fair day.
Today's quote is "Follow your instincts - you never know if your ideas will work out unless you try them." Author Lulu Guinness.
Yes, that's definitely true for most of us as we do not have a crystal ball to tell us what the future holds. Yes, I have a few ideas that I will put to the test!
Today's quote is "Follow your instincts - you never know if your ideas will work out unless you try them." Author Lulu Guinness.
Yes, that's definitely true for most of us as we do not have a crystal ball to tell us what the future holds. Yes, I have a few ideas that I will put to the test!
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Diantie's Daily Quote - "Insist on yourself...."
Another slightly chilly morning. In a few minutes it will be time to get outside and get all errands done which were set aside from yesterday. No venturing out to the Hamptons today!
Today's quote is "Insist on yourself. Never imitate." Author Ralph Waldo Emerson.
Early last week someone gave me a quote with the same advice. And it is interesting because that person recognized that I am different so the quote was positive reinforcement.
What do you all think about these articles titled "Who wore it best?" I try not to be caught in who wore it best. Many years ago I had this plaid grey suit that I wore to work. When a new attorney joined the firm, she had the same suit and yes, we all noticed. The nice thing about this is that we both never wore it on the same day.
Today's quote is "Insist on yourself. Never imitate." Author Ralph Waldo Emerson.
Early last week someone gave me a quote with the same advice. And it is interesting because that person recognized that I am different so the quote was positive reinforcement.
What do you all think about these articles titled "Who wore it best?" I try not to be caught in who wore it best. Many years ago I had this plaid grey suit that I wore to work. When a new attorney joined the firm, she had the same suit and yes, we all noticed. The nice thing about this is that we both never wore it on the same day.
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Diantie's Daily Quote - "If music be the ..."
The day is almost over and what a day it was! A little bit cold, then sunshine and now back to the chill.
Today's quote is "If music be the fool of love; play on..." Author Shakespeare from Twelfth Night.
What I did not say in my first few sentences is that my day actually started at 3.30 am this morning. Why? I drove out to East Hampton to volunteer for the American Cancer Society at the Hamptons Marathon. So if you are a runner with ACS, chances are, we saw each other at the check-in or check-out.
So what does music have to do with all this? There was a DJ playing the music to entertain us and he did a fabulous job. While I was there, I thought about what it would have been like without the music and I envision this hot miserable day. Even though I was on my feet for almost 8 hours, I felt fine and didn't have a complaint!
My other good deed for the day? I went over and thanked the DJ for the wonderful music which helped make my day a good one.
And yes, I thanked the runners as well for raising thousands of dollars for ACS.
Today's quote is "If music be the fool of love; play on..." Author Shakespeare from Twelfth Night.
What I did not say in my first few sentences is that my day actually started at 3.30 am this morning. Why? I drove out to East Hampton to volunteer for the American Cancer Society at the Hamptons Marathon. So if you are a runner with ACS, chances are, we saw each other at the check-in or check-out.
So what does music have to do with all this? There was a DJ playing the music to entertain us and he did a fabulous job. While I was there, I thought about what it would have been like without the music and I envision this hot miserable day. Even though I was on my feet for almost 8 hours, I felt fine and didn't have a complaint!
My other good deed for the day? I went over and thanked the DJ for the wonderful music which helped make my day a good one.
And yes, I thanked the runners as well for raising thousands of dollars for ACS.
Friday, October 1, 2010
Diantie's Daily Quote - "Write to be ..."
Once more the New York City areas has been drenched with rain. It is still raining out there but the optimistic person in me says that the rain will probably stop by the evening; or should I say, I hope it stop by the evening. Believe it not, I can actually see the Empire State Building but very faintly as the clouds pass by.
Today's quote is "Write to be understood, speak to be heard, read to grow." Author Lawrence Clark Powell.
It is interesting that this is the "Quote of the day". Yesterday my co-worker and I were talking about writing and speaking so that a ten year old can understand. I try to write using simple words and sometimes it is hard to form simple sentences. Guess that means I am not a writer but I can tell stories!
Today's quote is "Write to be understood, speak to be heard, read to grow." Author Lawrence Clark Powell.
It is interesting that this is the "Quote of the day". Yesterday my co-worker and I were talking about writing and speaking so that a ten year old can understand. I try to write using simple words and sometimes it is hard to form simple sentences. Guess that means I am not a writer but I can tell stories!
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