Recently I've been playing with Google Wave. Essentially this is a dynamic email -- best described as the email designed for today.
Everything is in real-time the message, chat, video, collaboration and sharing of documents etc.
The only problem is I don't know that many have an account on the sandbox (test environment)
If you are out there and see me Waving ...I'm not Drowning !!
Please Wave to me
davidgee@googlewave.com
https://wave.google.com/a/wavesandbox.com/#restored:wave:wavesandbox.com!w%252BvAgMN4FM%2525A
Friday, October 16, 2009
Friday, October 2, 2009
Gandhi's Birthday
Today, October 2nd is the day celebrated to mark the life of Mahatma Gandhi, he is an inspiring person who I admire greatly. He said: "Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever"
(Gandhi)
There is a significant amount written about Gandhi and Buddha, it is said that Gandhi continued what the Buddha began.
One profound Buddha teaching is: "The whole secret of existence is to have no fear. Never fear what will become of you, depend on no one. Only the moment you reject all help are you freed"
(Buddah)
When comparing these two great Indians, the Rev. Dr. Holmes. — Minister of the Community Church, New York City said: "If we would classify him (Gandhi) with any of the supreme figures of human history, it must be with such august religious prophets as Confucius and Lao-tse, Buddha, Zoroaster and Mohammed, and, most truly of all, the Nazarene ! Out of Asia, at long intervals of time, have arisen these inspired witnesses of God. One "by one they have appeared to teach men by precept and example the law of life, and thereivith to save the race. To-day, in this our time, there comes another of this sacred line, the Mahatma of India. In all reverence and with due regard for historic fact, I match this man with Jesus Christ"
(Gandhi)
There is a significant amount written about Gandhi and Buddha, it is said that Gandhi continued what the Buddha began.
One profound Buddha teaching is: "The whole secret of existence is to have no fear. Never fear what will become of you, depend on no one. Only the moment you reject all help are you freed"
(Buddah)
When comparing these two great Indians, the Rev. Dr. Holmes. — Minister of the Community Church, New York City said: "If we would classify him (Gandhi) with any of the supreme figures of human history, it must be with such august religious prophets as Confucius and Lao-tse, Buddha, Zoroaster and Mohammed, and, most truly of all, the Nazarene ! Out of Asia, at long intervals of time, have arisen these inspired witnesses of God. One "by one they have appeared to teach men by precept and example the law of life, and thereivith to save the race. To-day, in this our time, there comes another of this sacred line, the Mahatma of India. In all reverence and with due regard for historic fact, I match this man with Jesus Christ"
Monday, August 17, 2009
The Journey
Do you remember when you were just 5 years old, or when you reached 10 years of age?
Your age is such a intangible element, but when you are young you just simply 'ached' to be older. To be that much taller, to make the basketball team, to outgrow the braces in mouth, and to achieve some goal that you have sought to attain.
But it seems as you grow older you want to be 'younger', the face-creams and eye products arrive. The massages and treatments become no longer a treat, but an aid to longevity.
We all seem to be on journey that you never actually arrive.
It seems simple that my learning is that the journey is indeed to be enjoyed as much as the destination.
Only drink good wine.
Live to eat, not eat to Live.
Enjoy (Love) what you do
Make everyday a great one !
Your age is such a intangible element, but when you are young you just simply 'ached' to be older. To be that much taller, to make the basketball team, to outgrow the braces in mouth, and to achieve some goal that you have sought to attain.
But it seems as you grow older you want to be 'younger', the face-creams and eye products arrive. The massages and treatments become no longer a treat, but an aid to longevity.
We all seem to be on journey that you never actually arrive.
It seems simple that my learning is that the journey is indeed to be enjoyed as much as the destination.
Only drink good wine.
Live to eat, not eat to Live.
Enjoy (Love) what you do
Make everyday a great one !
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Integrity
| What is Integrity? A dictionary will give you a definition as follows below, but my own personal definition is being able to look yourself in the mirror and really say: " I am doing the right thing". To me (personally) when I see famous sports-persons deny taking performance enhancing drugs (after they are caught) is a good example of lack of integrity. The same applies in the workplace and we have seen Sarbanes Oxley and other compliance issues arise, which point to the growing issue of integrity in our society. All around us we see examples of Integrity (or lack of)......there is a time for reflection, but moreover there must be a time for action. If you choose not to act, then you too are not doing the right thing. in·teg·ri·ty [ in téggrətee ] |
noun |
| Definition: |
| 1. possession of firm principles: the quality of possessing and steadfastly adhering to high moral principles or professional standards |
2. completeness: the state of being complete or undivided ( formal )   the territorial integrity of the nation |
| 3. wholeness: the state of being sound or undamaged ( formal ) public confidence in the integrity of the voting process (Source http://encarta.msn.com/dictionary_1861621684/integrity.html) |
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Michael
Just got the news Michael Jackson has passed away at age 50 years old. I'm in shock we have all grown up with his music and witnessed his changes, antics and peculiar behavior.
Hard to believe that someone who was such a 'Peter Pan' figure and never seemingly grew up has past. Have to chalk up another legend that I never will witness to hear perform 'live'.
He was despite his personal shortcomings a genuis ! My daughter Amber just recently bought tickets to see him in London, Michael was a person who spanned generations - just amazing
Micheal I trust you are up there making beautiful music and you are understood.
"I wanna rock with you (all night)
Dance you into day (sunlight)
I wanna rock with you (all night)
Were gonna rock the night away"
Hard to believe that someone who was such a 'Peter Pan' figure and never seemingly grew up has past. Have to chalk up another legend that I never will witness to hear perform 'live'.
He was despite his personal shortcomings a genuis ! My daughter Amber just recently bought tickets to see him in London, Michael was a person who spanned generations - just amazing
Micheal I trust you are up there making beautiful music and you are understood.
"I wanna rock with you (all night)
Dance you into day (sunlight)
I wanna rock with you (all night)
Were gonna rock the night away"
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Zoobilation
As we walked through the entrance flanked by an Elephant, Snake, Iguana and other assorted animals. We entered the Zoo and of course realised the real animals were the ones dressed like penguins in dinner suits and evening gowns.
This was a gala evening in the open air with 80+ of Indys finest food and a open bar serving just about everything. For this event, glam was important but just as critical were good shoes as you wondered through the zoo tasting small portions while juggling a glass or two. There were a number of bands strategically placed around the grounds, you couldn't help but wonder what the normal residents thought of all this commotion.
The foot massage one of three options at a SPA and was a welcome stop along this route. As the crowd increased the pace you moved accelerated to a crawl, thus there was little danger of getting too tipsy. It was all for a good cause: the Zoo's largest fund raising event. Thanks for John and Jessie for being our chaperone's.
This was a gala evening in the open air with 80+ of Indys finest food and a open bar serving just about everything. For this event, glam was important but just as critical were good shoes as you wondered through the zoo tasting small portions while juggling a glass or two. There were a number of bands strategically placed around the grounds, you couldn't help but wonder what the normal residents thought of all this commotion.
The foot massage one of three options at a SPA and was a welcome stop along this route. As the crowd increased the pace you moved accelerated to a crawl, thus there was little danger of getting too tipsy. It was all for a good cause: the Zoo's largest fund raising event. Thanks for John and Jessie for being our chaperone's.
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Snow Patrol needed for COLDPLAY
Sounds and music are a great medium to reset us all and after the end of a work week what better than a outdoor concert.
Last night night we were treated to some life in Technicolour at a COLDPLAY concert. They were fabulous and we noted that compared to the James Taylor, Elton John, Billy Joel audiences we attended there was a minus -20 to -30 years demographic.
COLDPLAY are a great stage band and give a really audience concert. They moved from center stage twice to smaller outlying stages to be closer to their audience. From my limited exposure to this band I seemed to know most of their songs, but I could sense the 'greatness' that this group possesses. The band has a stage sense, energy and a distinctive sound that is easy on the ears.
I've got no doubt that COLDPLAY will be in the legend category when they decide to "hang up" their boots. Hey guys Thanks also for the free recession buster CD (LeftRightLeftRightLeft) that is a nice gesture !
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXSovfzyx28
We were pleased to also get a double treat of COLD with Snow Patrol the support group! Snow Patrol is a good band and while not in the same frigid zone is nevertheless worth seeing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vSWGNqI-sI&feature=PlayList&p=D467410A40C46B2F&index=0&playnext=1
Last night night we were treated to some life in Technicolour at a COLDPLAY concert. They were fabulous and we noted that compared to the James Taylor, Elton John, Billy Joel audiences we attended there was a minus -20 to -30 years demographic.
COLDPLAY are a great stage band and give a really audience concert. They moved from center stage twice to smaller outlying stages to be closer to their audience. From my limited exposure to this band I seemed to know most of their songs, but I could sense the 'greatness' that this group possesses. The band has a stage sense, energy and a distinctive sound that is easy on the ears.
I've got no doubt that COLDPLAY will be in the legend category when they decide to "hang up" their boots. Hey guys Thanks also for the free recession buster CD (LeftRightLeftRightLeft) that is a nice gesture !
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXSovfzyx28
We were pleased to also get a double treat of COLD with Snow Patrol the support group! Snow Patrol is a good band and while not in the same frigid zone is nevertheless worth seeing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vSWGNqI-sI&feature=PlayList&p=D467410A40C46B2F&index=0&playnext=1
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