Rules for Robots
My nagging interloper started with that first law: “A robot may not injure a human being or, through inaction, allow a human being to come to harm.”
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An Unexpected Lesson
This morning’s sermon resonated, especially after my recent excursion. If I want the Spirit of Christmas to be alive and well, I shouldn’t just sit around and complain that it can’t be found. Rather than incorporating entitlement and judgment of others, I can be accommodating - like the considerate driver. I can humble myself to serve others in a million tiny ways. I can (we can) project the Spirit of Christmas in a way that fulfills the message I heard this morning. “Be the reason someone smiles today.”
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Christmas is for Everyone
Perfection? It was to be found only at Hillcrest. My arrogant attitude had no room to offer grace – to anyone. I was trained to be meticulously correct. In turn, I demanded the same of everyone else. I was righteously right – and my experience proved it. Eventually, I discovered that this ‘comparison’ between demanding excellence and the reality of life took its toll. The world consistently failed to meet the exacting standards, leaving me alone and ensconced in a bubble of unearned superiority. I was the one being denied the pleasure of dining out.
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One Thousand Points of Light
"We can find meaning and reward by serving some higher purpose than ourselves, a shining purpose, the illumination of a Thousand Points of Light… We all have something to give." President George H.W. Bush, Founder of Points of Light
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Promise > Pink
Deep breath. Internal turmoil has not overcome the responsibility for this idea. It simply must be done. This offering is a service to others that is sorely needed. It's a quick moment used for self-reflection, introspection, inspiration, and motivation. With a consistent but minimal time investment, occasional humor is also beneficial.
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