Today is the third day for the official heat wave. Yes, the sun is out there in the not so blue sky and hurricane Earl is treading its way up the east coast.
Today's quote is "Quality is never an accident. It is always the result of intelligent effort." Author John Ruskin.
We look for it (quality) all the time when we buy clothes especially expensive ones. We want quality for our money. Is it a habit of mine to examine how a garment is stitched before I buy it? Yes. Why? Because we are all looking to see if someone took the effort to produce a "quality" product.
How about customer service? Why do we choose to eat at a specific restaurant or stay at a certain hotel? Quality definitely plays a role in our decision making process.
Sometimes we don't need to look too closely for quality, it stares us in the face!
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
Diantie's Daily Quote - "The best place ..."
I took my own advice yesterday and had a few scoops of ice-cream. Another scorcher today weather wise but I will still go outside and take a walk; destination, unknown!
Today's quote is "The best place to find a helping hand is at the end of your own arm." Author unknown.
There is some truth to this quote. I am reading a book about organization and it specifically mentions delegation. Yes, we can delegate when we need a helping hand. Some people are afraid to delegate out of fear of losing control and some don't know have the patience to train others to whom they can delegate to.
My mother likes to do everything herself when she is cooking in the kitchen; she hardly asks for help. I tend to do everything myself too including the dishes but I occasionally call on my sister to help when my own "helping hand" is busy doing something else.
Today's quote is "The best place to find a helping hand is at the end of your own arm." Author unknown.
There is some truth to this quote. I am reading a book about organization and it specifically mentions delegation. Yes, we can delegate when we need a helping hand. Some people are afraid to delegate out of fear of losing control and some don't know have the patience to train others to whom they can delegate to.
My mother likes to do everything herself when she is cooking in the kitchen; she hardly asks for help. I tend to do everything myself too including the dishes but I occasionally call on my sister to help when my own "helping hand" is busy doing something else.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Diantie's Daily Quote - "Everyone enjoys doing..."
Yes, the Sun is already out and today is expected to be a hot one. Errands have to be done so the water bottle with definitely be going along for the ride.
Today's quote is "Everyone enjoys doing the kind of work for which he is best suited." Author Napoleon Hill.
Very true. I will add to that - and they are very happy doing it.
As a charity worker, I was once asked to serve ice-cream to little children. Sounds easy enough to do, right? Wrong! I quickly learnt that I needed to understand the texture of each flavor and the best way to scoop the ice cream into the cups and not make a mess in the process. Did I mentioned the line of children together with their parents all wanting the ice-cream and that I had to serve multiple flavors and "seconds"? And that it was a hot summer day, to be exact, a Friday evening after work!
Yes, it was a challenge but I enjoyed it. Yes, I will do it again. The next time I will be armed with knowledge and will try to so a little advance preparation.
Stay cool and have an ice-cream while you are at it!
Today's quote is "Everyone enjoys doing the kind of work for which he is best suited." Author Napoleon Hill.
Very true. I will add to that - and they are very happy doing it.
As a charity worker, I was once asked to serve ice-cream to little children. Sounds easy enough to do, right? Wrong! I quickly learnt that I needed to understand the texture of each flavor and the best way to scoop the ice cream into the cups and not make a mess in the process. Did I mentioned the line of children together with their parents all wanting the ice-cream and that I had to serve multiple flavors and "seconds"? And that it was a hot summer day, to be exact, a Friday evening after work!
Yes, it was a challenge but I enjoyed it. Yes, I will do it again. The next time I will be armed with knowledge and will try to so a little advance preparation.
Stay cool and have an ice-cream while you are at it!
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Diantie's Daily Quote - "There is something..."
Right now I have to say that it is a little chilly here in my part of the world. But it is welcoming considering the 90 plus degree temperature that's expected for tomorrow.
Today's quote is "There is something basic about friendship. It is like the structure that holds up a building. It is mostly hidden and absolutely essential." Author Emilie Barnes.
Yes, I totally agree with this quote. We all treasure our friendships and they do hold us up even though we may always realize it. When in need, we usually turn to our friends whether to ask a favor or a question. Friendship is a wonderful thing and I am glad that I have some good friendships.
This quote was given to me by someone whom I met on the train. Thank you K.
Today's quote is "There is something basic about friendship. It is like the structure that holds up a building. It is mostly hidden and absolutely essential." Author Emilie Barnes.
Yes, I totally agree with this quote. We all treasure our friendships and they do hold us up even though we may always realize it. When in need, we usually turn to our friends whether to ask a favor or a question. Friendship is a wonderful thing and I am glad that I have some good friendships.
This quote was given to me by someone whom I met on the train. Thank you K.
Friday, August 27, 2010
Diantie's Daily Quote - "It is more important..."
Yes, I did indeed go for that walk yesterday. The weather was absolutely gorgeous. I wandered over to Time Square and eat two slices of pizza on the way. Right now I can see the sun shining outside my window and its position is to left of the Empire State Building. Nice view!
Today's quote is "It is more important to know where you are going than to there quickly. Do not mistake activity for achievement." Author Mabel Newcomer.
We all like how great it feels after we have accomplished something. If we do several little tasks, we feel good because we accomplished something. Achievement with respect to this quote, is a long-term process of several steps to take before reaching that final "goal". I agree arriving quickly may not be the best way, but as the saying goes "never take your eyes off your goal."
Today's quote is "It is more important to know where you are going than to there quickly. Do not mistake activity for achievement." Author Mabel Newcomer.
We all like how great it feels after we have accomplished something. If we do several little tasks, we feel good because we accomplished something. Achievement with respect to this quote, is a long-term process of several steps to take before reaching that final "goal". I agree arriving quickly may not be the best way, but as the saying goes "never take your eyes off your goal."
Weekend plans? None at the moment. I think a "heat wave" is in the forecast beginning on Sunday.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Diantie's Daily Quote - "God doesn't look..."
It is starting off to be a nice day here in NYC. Maybe I will go for a walk later and breathe some fresh air.
Today's quote is "God doesn't look at how much we do, but with how much love we do it." Author Mother Teresa.
It just happens to be a coincidence that I chose this quote to write about today as today is also the birthday of Mother Teresa. In my previous quotes, I talked about the secret ingredient being "love" in food. When we are invited to some one's home, most of us can quickly observe the effort that people put into making their home appears welcoming. And we are equally appreciative when they have snacks ready for us to munch on. You have to admit it is a nice feeling that you experience which is a reflection of the "love" that went into all the preparation.
To Mother Teresa, Happy Birthday. You were already blessed!
Today's quote is "God doesn't look at how much we do, but with how much love we do it." Author Mother Teresa.
It just happens to be a coincidence that I chose this quote to write about today as today is also the birthday of Mother Teresa. In my previous quotes, I talked about the secret ingredient being "love" in food. When we are invited to some one's home, most of us can quickly observe the effort that people put into making their home appears welcoming. And we are equally appreciative when they have snacks ready for us to munch on. You have to admit it is a nice feeling that you experience which is a reflection of the "love" that went into all the preparation.
To Mother Teresa, Happy Birthday. You were already blessed!
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Diantie's Daily Quote - "Action may not..."
Another rainy day here in NYC. Yesterday I ran an errand at lunch time and came back with my feet soaking wet. Yes, I was wearing slippers. On the bright side, the weather predition is that the weekend will be nice.
In keeping with my string of "happiness" related quotes, here is another one.
Today's quote is "Action may not always bring happiness, but there is no happiness without action." Author Benjamin Disraeli.
"Money can't buy happiness or put my family back together." Said by Elin Nordegren during an interview.
I know there are still some people that want his/her chance to prove the "Money can't buy happiness" saying wrong.
In keeping with my string of "happiness" related quotes, here is another one.
Today's quote is "Action may not always bring happiness, but there is no happiness without action." Author Benjamin Disraeli.
"Money can't buy happiness or put my family back together." Said by Elin Nordegren during an interview.
I know there are still some people that want his/her chance to prove the "Money can't buy happiness" saying wrong.
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