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BG’s Positively Speaking
Decisions! Decisions! Decisions!
Have you ever been presented with a situation that requires you to make a difficult decision? You struggle with it, but you finally make your decision. You say to yourself, “At last, that’s all done and dusted”, only to find that another decision is required due to the one you just made. Of course, you have. We all have, and making decisions is an integral part of life. Our very existence revolves around the choices our parents made. From the moment we wake up, we make decisions. Will you sneak a few more minutes of sleep or get yourself out of bed? What will I wear today? What shall I have for breakfast? These are the small choices, but they set the tone for your day.
Not all decisions are small. Some can change the course of your life. Changing your career, deciding where to live, starting a family— these decisions determine our future and can be exciting and daunting. Making the “right” choice can be paralyzing, and the fear of regret looms large. It’s not just about logical reasoning; Our choices are influenced by our emotions, experiences, beliefs, and values. Often, seeking advice from others, we realize that the responsibility of decisions rests on ourselves. It’s a powerful reminder of our autonomy.
The many choices available to us can be a blessing and a curse. Having more options can lead to greater freedom but also create more anxiety and dissatisfaction. Finding a balance is the key—trusting your instincts, awareness of your values, and accepting that there is no perfect decision. Finally, decisions shape who you are. Every choice, big or small, contributes to the tapestry of your life. Embrace the uncertainty, learn from your mistakes, and remember that the journey, not just the destination, defines you.
Making Decisions — Makes You
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Pick-Up Line Comebacks
Man: Haven’t I seen you someplace before?
Woman: Yes, that’s why I don’t go there anymore.
Man: Will you go out with me this Saturday?
Woman: Sorry, I’m having a headache this weekend.
Man: Is this seat empty?
Woman: Yes, and this one will be if you sit down.
Man: So what do you do for a living?
Woman: I’m a female impersonator.
Whatever Happened to …..?
Sherisse Laurence, born in Selkirk, Manitoba, is a Canadian singer and entertainer. From 1978 to 1983, she hosted the CTV show Circus, a music variety show produced at the CFTO studios in Toronto. In 1982 and 1983, She hosted the Miss Teen Canada pageants. Sherisse also appeared on TV Talk shows, including The Alan Thicke Show. She represented Luxembourg at the 1986 Eurovision Song Contest. Her song “L’Amour de ma vie” performed first on the night, finishing third with 117 points. In 1988, she released a single, “Half a Heart”, which was a moderate success on the Canadian country music charts. After discontinuing her recording career, she chose to perform in various musical theatre roles from the 1990s to the 2010s. Today, she lives in Ontario, is a musical director for a choir, teaches music and continues to make personal appearances. This week’s video is of the Eurovision Song Contest. Click on the link below and enjoy her performance.
Editors Quote Book
‘’The one thing children wear out faster than shoes is parents.”
—John J. Plomp
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Your Horoscope
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Aries Mar 21 – Apr 19: Make your health a priority now. Start exercising and eating healthier. A healthy mind needs a healthy body.
Taurus Apr 20 – May 20: A pleasant surprise could affect others around you. Let them share your joy. Give in to some small demands.
Gemini May 21 – Jun 20: Your creativity will win high praise; don’t let it go to your head. Keep your feet planted on the ground.
Cancer Jun 21 – Jul 22: Don’t be disappointed if things go in a direction you didn’t expect. Be thankful for the blessings that come your way.
Leo Jul 23 – Aug 22: Develop a new and better budget and get it down on paper. Analyze your income and outgoings carefully. Be diligent.
Virgo Aug 23 – Sept 22: Some short travel will be tiresome. If possible, avoid taking children. Expect some hold-ups and delays.
Libra Sept 23 – Oct 22: Old friends are a joy to be with. New ones can bring about beneficial change in your life. Cultivate both.
Scorpio Oct 23 – Nov 21: Finding a new love will help you heal some old wounds. Open yourself up to opportunities for romance this week.
Sagittarius Nov 22 – Dec 21: Do something different, kick back, relax and enjoy some fun opportunities. You only pass this way once.
Capricorn Dec 22 – Jan 19: Prepare and plan the rest of your year. Write your goals and dreams down on paper and visit them often.
Aquarius Jan 20 – Feb 18: You could be challenged by a new idea. Find the direction that best suits your objectives and go for it.
Pisces Feb 19 – Mar 20: Keep a steady course and don’t rock the boat. Once you are satisfied with the current results, you make adjustments.
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The History Class
The teacher was trying to get the seventh-grade history class to understand how the Indians must have felt when they first encountered the Spanish explorers. “How would you feel,” she asked, “if someone showed up on your doorstep who looked very different, spoke a strange language and wore unusual clothes? Wouldn’t you be a bit scared?” “Nah,” one boy answered, “I’d just figure it was my sister’s date.”
The Meme below was contributed by reader Mark Wigston of Gravenhurst.
Only In Ireland
Cliche Come to Life: The Kerry, Ireland, county council voted to let some people drive drunk. The councillors reasoned that in the county’s isolated regions, some seniors live alone and need the camaraderie of the pub but fear a DUI arrest on the way home. The councillors thus empowered police to issue DUI permits to those drivers. Besides, they reasoned, the area is so sparsely populated that some drivers never encounter anyone else on the road at night. (Coincidentally — or not — “several” of the five councillors voting “yea” own pubs.)
Fast & Funny
Mary: Why do you call your boyfriend ‘wonder’?
Karen: Because I look at him and wonder.
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Bert: aged 25 ‘My wife’s an angel.’
Don: aged 57. ‘You’re lucky, mine is still alive.’
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Q: How many ears does Captain Kirk have?
A: Three: the left ear, the right ear, and the final front ear.
Just An Observation!
A policeman pulls a man over for speeding and asks him to get out of the car. After looking the man over, the policeman says, “Sir, I couldn’t help but notice your eyes are bloodshot. Have you been drinking?” The man gets indignant and says, “Officer, I couldn’t help but notice, your eyes are glazed. Have you been eating doughnuts?”
Asked And Answered
A young boy met his friend walking down the street with a sack of burnt-out light bulbs. He asked him what he would do with all those useless bulbs. His friend replied, “I’m going to build a dark room.”
A Walking Economy
This guy is walking with his friend. He says to this friend, “I’m a walking economy.” His friend replies, “How so?” “My hair line is in recession, my stomach is a victim of inflation, and both of these together are putting me into a deep depression.”
The Last Word
It is essential to always do the right thing… Even when you are being wronged.