While I used to be driven by the possibility of “nobility,” now I’m driven by pragmatism.  I realized that every chance I have, every opportunity I’ve been given, is a privilege and a gift; as I’ve grown older and examined the world around me, I’ve seen that some people are born without chance or opportunity.  Or given such a razor-slim margin of it that they might as well be completely bereft of it.

When I pass up opportunity by knowingly procrastinating or being sloppy, then I have lost my perspective and declared through my actions that I can count on solely on luck. 

That’s not the message I want to broadcast.


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19 responses to “Musings”

  1. Recognizing it is the first step 😄

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  2. There is an element of luck but achievement comes through hard work and diligence along with natural ability and skill.

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  3. You are a wise Man Child. 💕💕

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    1. Thanks, Fan Girl!😘

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      1. Smiling. Not so much of a fan lately. Things are escalating toward the end here for mum…she’s keeping me busy.

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      2. No problem! I know how that goes…nevertheless, I’m still grateful for your kind words. 🙂

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      3. Smiling. I always think about you!

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      4. Hope you still think about me after Echo 4! It’s almost prepped, and it has got a LOT of crazy in it! 😉

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      5. piffle. It HAS to be crazy.

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      6. It’s basically my answer for Life, the Universe, and Everything mixed up with magic and robots. 🙂

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      7. I need some magic…or caffeine.

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      8. They’re kind of one and the same for me. 🙂 (wish I could drink more than four cups a day without getting manic, LOL!)

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  4. When we abandon our hope of a pre-packaged life-meaning, another possibility appears. We might call this “nobility” or “heroism.” Neither is a perfect word, but they point in the right direction.

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  5. Chitraksh Ashray Avatar
    Chitraksh Ashray

    Wisely said!

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  6. Letting you know I’ve tagged you in my Sunshine Blogger Award post ❤
    No pressure on reposting, just know your blog is appreciated! https://wp.me/p4VDVv-6f

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    1. Thank You! I’m a bit swamped with stuff now, so honoring my nominations is beyond my reach. But thank you for the gesture, and Thank You for the “no pressure!” 🙂

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  7. ♡ Queen Queef Stephanie ♡ Avatar
    ♡ Queen Queef Stephanie ♡

    Omg, I feel so lazy now (aggressively runs on hamster wheel) D;

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    1. Hahaha! I’m about to work a punching bag until I collapse into a sobbing, broken mess, LOL!

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