Doug’s Principles
Leave a Comment- Just for today do not worry
- Just for today do not anger
- Honor your parents, teachers, and elders
- Earn your living honestly
- Show gratitude to all living things
And the humming bird story told by Brian was so surreal. It gave me the chill. My eyes were watered.
Several days before the memorial, I was walking outside with some bags. And there was a hummingbird. It was white with black spots on it. I’ve never seen a hummingbird like this in my entire life. It flew over to me, right in my face. I set the bags down and put my hand out. It came and landed in my hand. It sat there for about 5 seconds and then flew off again. It didn’t register with me when it happened. But when I was sitting at the memorial and Don Scott said Doug always wanted to come back as a hummingbird, my heart just dropped. I started crying.
Doug is such a genuine kind person. I’m really inspired by the principles he lived by. The first 2 principles fit me like a glove. Surely I’ll keep it in my heart wherever I go.
Brian is the southern guy who self-claims to have the hands of Michelangelo by the way. Both Brian and Doug are from a reality show called “Work Out”.
Two Legs Good, Four Legs Better
I finally did the speech on dogs.
The idea of giving a speech on dog has been in my mind for a while now. It started one day when I realize that dog doesn’t have any problem communicating among themselves, no matter which race(breed?), where from, whatsoever. Put a Pekingese and a German shepherd together, you’ll see them having a conversation right a way…unlike human.
Then there was this book by George Orwell, “Animal Farm”. All I got from that book was the image of those animal chanting “Four Legs Good, Two Legs Bad”. Hilarious!
One day I suddenly realize that Phoenix is actually the most persuasive speaker in the world. He use all the tools (that was introduced and explained in Toastmaster book) to get what he wanted, without fail…ever.
I thought that was cute and wanted to develop a speech about it. If I could write the whole thing down, polish it, and rehearse it, it could be a fun speech. Too bad I have been busy with other things. 
Nevertheless, it was a good exercise, and I had fun.
Most Loved Chef — Bobby Flay
I like Bobby…a lot. He is the chef with great personality on TV, host of Food Network’s FoodNation and Boy Meets Grill. Sometimes I wonder what he would look like off screen. He seems to be really laid back, fun to be with, and…above all…very likable. 
In addition to cooking, I suspect that he either have taken lots of training on acting and performing or he simply is gifted. Because he does all the talking (or side note?) on TV himself. And he is very good!
I would compare his style to Ryan, the host on American Idol. Very personable, great sense of humor, and above all, with upbeat fun spirit. Ladies love him by the way. You should see it on screen, hoho.
Hable con ella (talk to her)
Finally saw the film “Talk To Her” today. Spanish but with English subtitle. Great film.
A couple of weeks a go I saw “The Lives of Others”. It’s a good movie too. But “Talk to Her” is my new favorite. 
It actually has a style similar to Brokeback Mountain. The story develops slowly in the beginning. It spent a lot of time showing details and seeming small things, which made the story very credible, thus helps a lot to the eruption at the end.
In the beginning I was anxious to know what was going on(because there were two story lines). The film kept me on my toe though, paid full attention all through. After 30 minutes I was totally in the story.
Two thumbs up!
Let It Be
It’s not a joke any more when you use it again and again. Besides, it’s not even funny. I’m sick and tire of the shxx!
Personally I think it was not an honorable behavior and suggested low self-esteem. Because no matter how you cut it, I fail to see why a secured self-respected person would take personal attack as a mission.
My prayer goes to those who need it dearly.
Why do all good things
come to an end?
Maybe it was a coincidence. Kina and Phoenix were barking like mad the other night. So I woke up the next morning and changed my MSN personal message promptly to the lyrics of Nelly Furtado’s “All Good Things”.
Later, after I got off work and drove home, I was told that Kina (what a sweet natured animal!) was dying because of some problem with her body. 
It’s so sad. She has been taking medicines and stuff. But, they say she is a goner. Why do all good things must come to an end?
Now when I listen to this song again, I can’t help having a creepy feeling.
All Good Things
Nelly Furtado
…
Flames to dust
Lovers to friends
Why do all good things come to an end?
Well the dogs were barking at a new moon
Whistling a new tune
Hoping it would come soon
And the sun was wondering if it should stay away for a day
til the feeling went away
And the sky was falling on the clouds were dropping and
the rain forgot how to bring salvation
the dogs were barking at the new moon
Whistling a new tune
Hoping it would come soon so that they could die
Joshua Tree NP and Ryan Mountain Trail
Hiked Ryan Mountain trail. We got up to the peak after about 1 hour’s strenuous hike. Then we breezily walked down in about 40 minutes.
It’s a good exercise, really. Only 1.5 miles one way but with lots of elevation gain (1100 ft). I had read the trail info online before the trip, so I had a pretty good idea what I was getting into. Too bad for my friend who had no clue yet had to hike along with me. Sorry.
Found Arch Rock again near a camping site, which was great! I’m still green with my camera. A lot of the scene were shot with way too big apertures. The pictures didn’t come out as sharp as they could be. Maybe next time?
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Michael Bublé – Home
I’m actually a fan of Michael Bublé for several years now. I bought his CD when he was still up and coming (2003). I like his “Michael Bublé” album and “It’s Time” album. It’s so called modern day classical. Sometimes you may hear a glimpse of Frank Sinatra from Michael’s singing. I personally like Michael’s voice a bit more though – it’s younger and fresh… actually a bit sweeter in some way. A great young vocalist I would praise. His new album “Call me Irresponsible” is coming out soon in May.
Getting a Chill
A PBS program tonight really got my attention. It’s a documentary film about a guy who had a decease (APL?). It paralyzed the his body and eventually his lung…Pretty hard to watch because he was a intelligent young fellow. His brother and his friend founded a lab to do research and test on drugs, hoping to save his (and others’) life. But he died despite all the efforts and his own upbeat fighting attitude.
As always, my sentimental side took over and I was totally in the story. I’m feeling moody and a bit depressed just now…Sad to see people leave whether it’s a physical location move or a life&death change.
Las Vegas
Bellagio is my favorite place in Las Vegas. Its butterfly garden and music fountain never grow old. I did get tired of the gambling machine however. Shopping and buffet aren’t that fun anymore either.
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