Issue 27 SandDollar LIP service DOLPHINS in a WAVE a free weekly mailer offering thought-provoking stimuli. All musings are pure editorial, researched and written based on what we experience, think and feel.

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Issue number 27 Tuesday Talk 2 November 2004

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Tamara

"Destiny is not a matter of chance, it is a matter of choice; it is not a thing to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved." ~ William Jennings Bryan

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EXPERIENCE

I enjoy the lore of other cultures. From our friends in Mexico, I learned that today ends El Dia de los Muertos ~ a joyous occasion observed October 31 to November 2 to remember those who have passed away. Festivities include reminiscing over stories of departed loved ones over the glow of candles and surrounded by the scent of marigolds and incense to help guide spirits to join the celebration. Commemorative shrines adorned with mementos of the departed, their favorite foods and symbolic offerings (like water and salt representing the continuity of life) welcome the spirits. I dedicate this one to our darling Amara Lauran Rocha 7/15/98-5/25/02.

OBSERVATION

Love and pain are two sides of one coin. When our emotions are awake and active they are sensitive to all feelings, both love and pain. When one loves and is loved, one is vulnerable to being hurt as well. When one remains detached, one may not get hurt, but also will not experience love. Not that all love must bring pain. But being vulnerable means that you may experience hurt. One who knows how to weep over a loss, knows how to love. Without awareness of loss, reconciliation is not possible and healthy love cannot be achieved.

ADVICE

Cry when you need to cry, and laugh when you need to laugh.

TILT (This I Learned Today)

A cup of coffee has about 10 calories. Then you add milk, chocolate, whipped cream and other flavor-enhancers, and your coffee shop beverage can contain more calories (and almost as much fat) as a milkshake. Consider that many people have these drinks as a pick-me-up throughout the day; total calorie intake really adds up.

If you are not ready to give up coffee, at least steer away from the sugar and fat versions; try these alternatives:

- Ask for non-fat milk rather than whole milk.

- Skip the chocolate sauce and instead opt for a piece of dark chocolate on the side.

- For flavor without fat, add a dash of cinnamon (which may aid digestion), a dab of honey or a teaspoon of sugar to a plain coffee.

- Avoid whipped cream; 'nuf said, thank you.

Now, enjoy your quad shot venti, non-fat, no foam, sugar-free vanilla latte - and Moose It! Or try a cup of green tea (but watch out for the sweet stuff in the chai ...). Cheers!

AND A COUPLE OTHER THINGS

What is the bigger mistake: The error itself or the inability – the fear – to acknowledge it? ... I think the latter. It is tough to admit an error. Once it is recognized, it seems so obvious. Not always so when it was encountered. Still, it is best to fess up and then learn from it. Accepting responsibility for oneself is the higher road. You will respect your self, and others will respect you, for taking the onus for your actions. Then learn from it and go onward. After all, perfection is a never-ending journey.

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