That is the question we all ask ourselves. God put us here for a reason and put people in our lives to mold us and make us who we are but we always as, "Who am I, Why am I here?!"
Personally, I love the majority of people God has put in my life. Great friends and a fantastic family. But still. What is my purpose in this life? Is it like George Bailey in ,"It's a Wonderful Life." To just have an influence on others or is it to leave a legacy?
What can I do today to leave the world just a little better than it was yesterday? Hold the door for a person? Stop and help someone who needs it? Call someone I haven't talked to in a while?
Will we ever have the answers to these questions? Today I just thank God that I still have a state of mind to ask this question and truly be concerned about the answer, whatever it may be.
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Daniel Robison
Friday, March 15, 2013
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
United PEOPLE of America (September 12, 2001)
I think back to September 12, 2001. To the day after. I think about how united the people of the United States were. At this point in history there was many different emotions going on. Fear, frustration, anger, confusion and doubt. But one thing was sure, we were all united. On this day we didn't see race, religion or difference in politics. The majority of the nation was in constant prayer and were hoping that the casualties were minimal.
I remember looking in the sky and seeing no streaks left from planes flying by. I thought how odd that was because since I was a child they were always up there. How the day before changed our lives forever. NEVER FORGET was our new motto. But have we forgot?
With elections coming up just look at the political ads on the TV and listen on the radio. We are back to business as usual. Let's blame others, let's not take the bull by the horns and steer (pun intended) it in the right direction. Let's quit our bickering on facebook and blocking people just because they have a different belief than we do. Let's get back.
I ask everyone, today, to remember how you felt on September 12, 2001. Let's be united again. Let's not just be the United States of America and become what we were on that day, the United PEOPLE of America. Say a prayer today for our country and our people, we can be the melting pot we were that day. As in the words of John Lennon,"I hope someday you'll join us, and the world can live as one" The world starts in your own back yard.
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I remember looking in the sky and seeing no streaks left from planes flying by. I thought how odd that was because since I was a child they were always up there. How the day before changed our lives forever. NEVER FORGET was our new motto. But have we forgot?
With elections coming up just look at the political ads on the TV and listen on the radio. We are back to business as usual. Let's blame others, let's not take the bull by the horns and steer (pun intended) it in the right direction. Let's quit our bickering on facebook and blocking people just because they have a different belief than we do. Let's get back.
I ask everyone, today, to remember how you felt on September 12, 2001. Let's be united again. Let's not just be the United States of America and become what we were on that day, the United PEOPLE of America. Say a prayer today for our country and our people, we can be the melting pot we were that day. As in the words of John Lennon,"I hope someday you'll join us, and the world can live as one" The world starts in your own back yard.
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Friday, January 27, 2012
The Terry Fator Experience
I love going to Las Vegas. There is just a certain excitement going on there and even though they call it "Sin City" I think you can have a lot of fun without sinning at all. One such types of fun is The Terry Fator Show at the Mirage. I had the opportunity yesterday to experience Terry Fator and his vast array of characters.
My experience started at around 7:00pm where I met Terry's assistant Randy outside the theatre where he handed me a backstage pass and took me through the back of the stage where we came to a door with Terry Fator's name on it. As I walked in to the right was Terry and his beautiful wife, Taylor and her mother. Behind Terry were small boxes built into the wall with various ventriloquist puppets in them. On the side wall were various picture frames including an autographed Bill Cosby record and other autographed items and pictures.
It was great talking to Terry, if even for just a few moments, about ventriloquism, the conventions and his passion for ventriloquism. As I talked to Terry I mentioned that I've been doing ventriloquism about as long as he has but haven't yet made it to the level he has (as if I ever will!) To which he replied, "Well, America's Got Talent really helped me get to the level I am today." Very modest. I know many ventriloquist's but Terry is not just a ventriloquist, he is also a great impersonator and singer. I think, somehow, even without AGT, Terry would have made it.
After a couple pictures and an autograph Randy took me to my seat which was about 7 rows back right in the center. As the show started I knew I was in for a treat and I felt blessed to be at the show and have the opportunity to meet Terry and his family. I will not go into detail about the show just to tell you that I have never been to a show where so many people in the audience said things such as "WOW!" and "HOW DOES HE DO THAT?" You would think he was performing magic with the comments that were being said and, in a way, he was!
About three quarters of the way through the show Terry said he wanted to recognize a few people in the audience. "Not very often", Terry started' "Do we have a ventriloquist in the audience but today we have a ventriloquist visiting us, Daniel Robison where you at." WHAT?! He had me stand. After verifying how to pronounce my last name he said, "Daniel runs the website ventriloquist.org so when you get a chance be sure to check it out." Then he recognized all of the troops and mentioned that a percentage of all merchandise sales goes to our troops.
Near the end of the show Terry sang a song he wrote called Horses In Heaven. If this song does not become a hit I would be surprised. This song is now available by going to the website http://www.horsesinheaven.com Terry also mentioned that the proceeds of this song will be going to Saint Judes Hospital.
As Terry concluded the show and thanked the people that participated in the show he looked my way, pointed at me and smiled as if to say thanks for coming and I love what I do. I thank Terry for affording me the opportunity to see his show and get together with him as well as his recognizing me in the audience. Terry is first class, talented and above all, humble. If you're ever in Vegas be sure to catch Terry's show at the Mirage. You will laugh as well as be awestruck and will be happy that you just had a touch of The Terry Fator Experience.
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My experience started at around 7:00pm where I met Terry's assistant Randy outside the theatre where he handed me a backstage pass and took me through the back of the stage where we came to a door with Terry Fator's name on it. As I walked in to the right was Terry and his beautiful wife, Taylor and her mother. Behind Terry were small boxes built into the wall with various ventriloquist puppets in them. On the side wall were various picture frames including an autographed Bill Cosby record and other autographed items and pictures.
It was great talking to Terry, if even for just a few moments, about ventriloquism, the conventions and his passion for ventriloquism. As I talked to Terry I mentioned that I've been doing ventriloquism about as long as he has but haven't yet made it to the level he has (as if I ever will!) To which he replied, "Well, America's Got Talent really helped me get to the level I am today." Very modest. I know many ventriloquist's but Terry is not just a ventriloquist, he is also a great impersonator and singer. I think, somehow, even without AGT, Terry would have made it.
After a couple pictures and an autograph Randy took me to my seat which was about 7 rows back right in the center. As the show started I knew I was in for a treat and I felt blessed to be at the show and have the opportunity to meet Terry and his family. I will not go into detail about the show just to tell you that I have never been to a show where so many people in the audience said things such as "WOW!" and "HOW DOES HE DO THAT?" You would think he was performing magic with the comments that were being said and, in a way, he was!
About three quarters of the way through the show Terry said he wanted to recognize a few people in the audience. "Not very often", Terry started' "Do we have a ventriloquist in the audience but today we have a ventriloquist visiting us, Daniel Robison where you at." WHAT?! He had me stand. After verifying how to pronounce my last name he said, "Daniel runs the website ventriloquist.org so when you get a chance be sure to check it out." Then he recognized all of the troops and mentioned that a percentage of all merchandise sales goes to our troops.
Near the end of the show Terry sang a song he wrote called Horses In Heaven. If this song does not become a hit I would be surprised. This song is now available by going to the website http://www.horsesinheaven.com Terry also mentioned that the proceeds of this song will be going to Saint Judes Hospital.
As Terry concluded the show and thanked the people that participated in the show he looked my way, pointed at me and smiled as if to say thanks for coming and I love what I do. I thank Terry for affording me the opportunity to see his show and get together with him as well as his recognizing me in the audience. Terry is first class, talented and above all, humble. If you're ever in Vegas be sure to catch Terry's show at the Mirage. You will laugh as well as be awestruck and will be happy that you just had a touch of The Terry Fator Experience.
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Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Blaming the Rich
I guess I'll never understand why anyone wants to blame someone else for their misfortune. Especially in the US of A. Right now we have people protesting Wall Street. Wall Street? Really? What has Wall Street done to any of these people? They blame the banks, the government, the last adminstration, this administration, their neighbors, their spouse, their parents, their schooling (or lack of it), their last employeer.
Really, look in the mirror. Where you're at and where you are in life is your choice. Whether it is a conscious decision or an unconscious decision, it is a decision non the less. I have 5 people in my immediate family and they are all employed (and don't you dare throw the minority card at me because I have an answer to that as well.)
The big problem is laziness in this country. I'll bet almost half of the unemployed have, at the least, cable and a game system. Probably are fans of Meet the Kardashians and never forget to vote for the "Next American Idol". Yet they complain because they can't find a job. Like cousin Eddy in Christmas Vacation, they're holding out for a management position.
I would think that if the people that are protesting Wall Street right now had jobs they wouldn't be protesting Wall Street or even have time to do it. With the likes of my favorite people Michael Moore and Susan Sarandon, these unbathed folks complain because Wall Street and banks are ruining their way of life. I've got news for you, the only ones ruining your way of life is you. Change your attitude, put in some applications, and get started on your new and rewarding life. The only person holding you back is YOU!
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Really, look in the mirror. Where you're at and where you are in life is your choice. Whether it is a conscious decision or an unconscious decision, it is a decision non the less. I have 5 people in my immediate family and they are all employed (and don't you dare throw the minority card at me because I have an answer to that as well.)
The big problem is laziness in this country. I'll bet almost half of the unemployed have, at the least, cable and a game system. Probably are fans of Meet the Kardashians and never forget to vote for the "Next American Idol". Yet they complain because they can't find a job. Like cousin Eddy in Christmas Vacation, they're holding out for a management position.
I would think that if the people that are protesting Wall Street right now had jobs they wouldn't be protesting Wall Street or even have time to do it. With the likes of my favorite people Michael Moore and Susan Sarandon, these unbathed folks complain because Wall Street and banks are ruining their way of life. I've got news for you, the only ones ruining your way of life is you. Change your attitude, put in some applications, and get started on your new and rewarding life. The only person holding you back is YOU!
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Thursday, July 7, 2011
Check Out Our New iPhone App - AutoTrader.com
Check Out Our New iPhone App - AutoTrader.com
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AutoTrader.com launches new iPhone app. Download it today! It's awesome! You can even scan the vin and it will bring up similar cars in the area on AutoTrader.com.
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Keep plugging away!
It's interesting that sometimes it seems that the walls are closing in on you and there's now way out. When those times happen you need to remember to stay the course. Keep doing what you know is right and you will always succeed! Many times it will seem as though your are at the end of your rope when, really, you are just at the beginning. Keep the faith, keep fighting the good fight and, eventually, it will pay off.
Our timing is not God's timing. I had a friend tell me one time, "I wish God was on my schedule." But we need to realize that the only timing that is PERFECT is God's timing. Just remember that God is in control and as long as you are seeking and following his will, his timing is perfect. So keep the faith and keep fighting the good fight!!
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Our timing is not God's timing. I had a friend tell me one time, "I wish God was on my schedule." But we need to realize that the only timing that is PERFECT is God's timing. Just remember that God is in control and as long as you are seeking and following his will, his timing is perfect. So keep the faith and keep fighting the good fight!!
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Sunday, May 1, 2011
Eat that Frog - Brian Tracy
I just started listing to the cd Eat that Frog by Brian Tracy again. One thing I have learned is that you really can't get everything out of a book or cd by just reading or listening to it one time. I really think I'm going to apply the ABCDE method of time management mentioned in this cd. It's really sounds like it can help me to be more organized and concentrate on the things that are important.
In a nut shell, this is taking all of the projects that you need to do and put them in categories A being the ones that will have serious consequences if you don't finish them. Like getting a report to your boss. B items are ones that only have mild consequences. C items are ones that would be nice to do but have no consequences. D items are ones that you can delegate and E items are ones that you can eliminate and it wouldn't make any difference at all.
Basically you make a list and then categorize each item with whatever letter best describes that item then you start with the A items and work your way down. My problem is that I spend more time on the C items because they are things I want to do (like posting this blog!) and not enough time on A and B items.
While doing research for this blog I ran across a PDF file of the book Eat that Frog so here's the link. The chapter that I've discussed here is chapter 5 and it starts on page 39.
http://ebizinfocenter.com/ebooks/eat_that_frog.pdf
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In a nut shell, this is taking all of the projects that you need to do and put them in categories A being the ones that will have serious consequences if you don't finish them. Like getting a report to your boss. B items are ones that only have mild consequences. C items are ones that would be nice to do but have no consequences. D items are ones that you can delegate and E items are ones that you can eliminate and it wouldn't make any difference at all.
Basically you make a list and then categorize each item with whatever letter best describes that item then you start with the A items and work your way down. My problem is that I spend more time on the C items because they are things I want to do (like posting this blog!) and not enough time on A and B items.
While doing research for this blog I ran across a PDF file of the book Eat that Frog so here's the link. The chapter that I've discussed here is chapter 5 and it starts on page 39.
http://ebizinfocenter.com/ebooks/eat_that_frog.pdf
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