10 MOST UNEXPECTED CONSEQUENCES OF BEING ONLINE

1.    Connecting to people you have not seen or heard of in a while

2.    Those you wanted to avoid now can see when you are online.

3.    Being able to expose who you are through social media and even writing a blog.

4.    Winning a prize, those annoying pop-up‘s  

5.    Networking globally and forming relationships.

6.    Being able to buy a great bargain online, someone just posted an item you were in need of for a ridiculous price.

7.    People stalk those they have lost or when they are interested in someone they check what is available online.

8.    People go online and get hook to habits that they find difficult to kick that forms additions, e.g. facebook

9.    Discovering a story that you were not meant to know.

10.   You are more contactable and cannot hide

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GO ON AND LAUGH!!!!

WHAT WAS THAT....

The airline had a policy that required the first officer to stand at the door while the passengers exited, smile, and give them a - 'Thanks for flying XYZ airline'.

An airline pilot on this particular flight hammered his plane into the runway really hard. In light of his bad landing, he had difficulty looking the passengers in the eye, all the time he thought that a passenger would have a smart comment. However, it seemed that all the passengers were too shell shocked to say anything.

Finally, everyone had gotten off except for this little old lady walking with a cane. She said, 'Sonny, mind if I ask you a question?' Why no Ma'am,' said the pilot, 'What is it', the little old lady said, 'Did we land or were we shot down?

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Marriage Two

Husband: Sweetheart, would you say that I'm the only man you've ever loved?
Wife: Of course you are. Why do all men ask me the same silly question?

THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM - PART 1

 Jerome and Bronwyn Pillay are the proud parents of their first born, a gorgeous baby girl Kiara. Her journey however in this world started with a challenge.  

Kiara was diagnosed with a heart condition at 18 days old and needed open heart surgery to rectify her condition. After many discussions and check ups with the pediatrician and cardiologist they were under the impression that things would work out given the advanced technology.

 We were informed that a panel of specialists at Sunninghill Hospital were diagnosing Kiara’s results and found that her condition is a rare one and extremely complicated that none of the surgeons can attend to in South Africa. There were only 2 recommended Cardiac Surgeons that were recognised for specialising with this condition. Dr Frank Hanley from the USA and the second is Dr David Barron from Birmingham and the UK.

We were also informed that the surgery would have to be done sooner than expected as her condition were getting worse by day, latest  in a month to two . The surgery costs amounted to approximately 40 000 pounds for Dr Barron and would have to be done abroad. This would exclude her days in the ward after ICU. The estimated amount was standing on 1 million rand.

The medical aid was contacted but they would only cover part of the cost. This family was in turmoil,
there is no payment plan available for the surgery of this nature and it would have to be a cash payment. These parents like any other were prepared to give their lives for their daughter, but they had an elephant in the room. Their hands were tied.  

For part two tune in next week to get the full picture.

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GO ON AND LAUGH!!!!!!

ARE YOU ALWAYS LATE?

Priest's Retirement Dinner

A Priest was being honoured at his retirement dinner after 25 years in the parish. A leading local politician and member of the congregation were chosen to make the presentation and to give a little speech at the dinner.

However, he was delayed, so the Priest decided to say his own few words while they waited:

'I got my first impression of the parish from the first confession I heard here. I thought I had been assigned to a terrible place. The very first person who entered my confessional told me he had stolen a television set and, when questioned by the police, was able to lie his way out of it. He had stolen money from his parents, embezzled from his employer, had an affair with his boss's wife, taken illegal drugs, and sold his sister's jewellery to buy a gun. I was appalled.

But as the days went on and I learned that my people were not all like that and I had, indeed, come to a fine parish full of good and loving people.'....

Just as the Priest finished his talk, the politician arrived full of apologies at being late. He immediately began to make the presentation and gave his talk:

'I'll never forget the first day our parish Priest arrived,' said the politician. 'In fact, I had the honour of being the first person to go to him for confession...'

Moral: Never, Never, Never Be Late....

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GIVE YOUR FACE A REST

Smiling happens without much thought. When you watch a friend do something silly or embarrassing, you smirk. When a police officer lets you off without a ticket, you grin. It also happens when you are recognized for your top performance in academics or at work, you beam. Smiling is a very natural response that shares our happiness with others.

But did you know that smiling also triggers activity in your brain? Yep, there's a serious mind-body connection there, in your left frontal cortex to be exact, which is not surprisingly, the area of your brain that registers happiness. It is not dependant on things, but the joy you recognise around you. 

How often do you smile in a day? Do you smile when you meet new people? When you see your friends or around your co-workers? How about your significant other? Your face has 44 muscles in it that allow you make more than 5,000 different types of expressions, many of which are smiles. It takes more muscles to frown than smile. Let’s pass on this contagious act, SMILE! I just did.

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FREEDOM TO BE!

When you’re young, before insecurities, embarrassment, or self doubt have a chance to creep into your life, you have the freedom to act as you please. You can say what’s on your mind, not brush your teeth, or wear pajamas all day with the assurance that no one is going to judge you. I know some of our parents were pedantic about some of the things mentioned in the list. Being silly is part of the job and just about every 5 year old is a professional.

I think it’s safe to say, and most can agree, that seeing little kids dance is not only incredibly cute,but also reminds us it’s fun to be free. The girls tend to twirl and the boys just shake and shimmy without a care in the whirl-d. To fast or slow music, these mini Michael Jacksons are on their feet like dancing queens and a smile is sure to waltz its way on to anyone’s face.

Little kids know what it takes to have a good time; you just need a little music and open space to dis-go all out!

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EVERY DAY IS A GOOD DAY

There are many things in the journey of a day that could go wrong. The list is endless and the negativity that goes along with it just causes depression and anxiety. I have leant that I need to look at the glass half full and not half empty.

Last week I had such a tough time at work, things were happening in my soul and I felt completely lost in this world, overwhelmed. The week passed and I was at a point of missing out on what each day was bringing me.

I then realised that worrying is not going to add a day more to my life. I sought the peace that God gives. Now hold on, I am not talking about being in a tight spot and now grabbing my bible seeking solace, or pray, etc. No, I went to Him, spoke to Him and then I was filled with a rest. We can get so caught up with ourselves ...”my problems”...”my circumstances”, but there is more to life than “us, me, I”

I stood back saw my beautiful family and how blessed I am to have them as part of my life.  I could use all my senses, smell a fart, it feels so good or taste a piece of cake or just have a good laugh with friends.

Yes each day brings with it its issues, but then each day brings with it the things we overlook. I walked to the station, I did not limp. I saw people talking and I could engage in the conversation. I had something to eat. These are the things we take for granted. I am so glad that with each day there is also goodness to recognise and I want to do that. Be grateful for what you have and stop moaning for what you don’t have. 

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 You are alive if you are reading this.  

GO ON AND LAUGH !!!!!

A man and his wife were having some problems at home and were giving each other the silent treatment. The next week the man realized that he would need his wife to wake him at 5.00 am for an early morning business flight to Chicago. Not wanting to be the first to break the silence, he finally wrote on a piece of paper, "Please wake me at 5.00 am."
The next morning the man woke up, only to discover it was 9.00am, and that he had missed his flight. Furious, he was about to go and see why his wife hadn't woken him when he noticed a piece of paper by the bed ... it said... "It is 5.00am; wake up."

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A little boy was attending his first wedding. After the service, his cousin asked him, "How many women can a man marry?" "Sixteen," the boy responded. His cousin was amazed that he had an answer so quickly. "How do you know that?" "Easy," the little boy said. "All you have to do is add it up, like the Bishop said: 4 better, 4 worse, 4 richer, 4 poorer"

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THINGS PEOPLE WRITE ON SHIRTS

Shirts must have too much room; look what people have written on them...

 

I can only please one person per day. Today is not your day. Tomorrow is not looking good either.

I Haven't Lost My Mind. It's Backed Up On Disk Somewhere.

Tell me what you need, and I'll tell you how to get along without it.

Cleverly disguised as a Responsible Adult

The money is always greener in the other guy’s wallet.

If We Quit Voting, Will They All Go Away?

Too many freaks. Not enough circuses.

Chaos. Panic. Disorder. My work is done here.

When money talks, no one criticizes its accent.

I don't have an attitude problem. You have a perception problem.

My reality check bounced.

If At First You Don't Succeed...Blame Someone Else And Seek Counseling.

My bank account needs month-to-month resuscitation.

Everyone needs to believe in something. I believe in chocolate.

Never be afraid to try something new. Remember, amateurs built the Ark. Professionals, on the other hand, built the Titanic.

I don't suffer from insanity; I enjoy every minute of it.

Errors have been made. Others will be blamed.

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SOS MARRIAGE IN TROUBLE: PART 2

Communication between relationship partners should be loving and respectful; verbal attacks by contrast are highly destructive. It is often not so much what is said that causes the damage, but the tone of voice and body language which accompanies it.

Arguments thrive on men failing to pay sufficient attention to women’s feelings, and women being critically disapproving of men. Either one may be the initial trigger, because a man’s inattentiveness can cause a woman to get upset and express disapproval, and a woman’s disapproval can cause a man to get defensive and stop listening to how she is feeling.

When men make mistakes they become frustrated and angry, and are best left alone until they calm down. Men consider apologies to be admissions of guilt; women view apologies as expressions of compassion. This difference of perception is why men are generally much less willing to apologize than women.

When engaged in an argument, men use strong and aggressive words to ensure that they win the argument, and women are frequently forced to back down in the face of a totally determined and implacable opponent. Men then feel that they have won the argument, but it is a hollow victory as their partners have not changed their views, but merely buried them in order to avoid an ever-escalating conflict. Sometimes people prefer to evade arguments instead of engaging in them. Men tend to do so by withdrawing inside themselves and refusing to talk; women often just pretend that the disagreement has been forgotten. The resultant peace is a cold one, because the issues continue festering unresolved.

To stop communication degenerating into arguments, men should strive to listen without getting defensive, and women should try to express their feelings without criticizing their partners.

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OUR GREATEST STRENGTHS ARE OUR GREATEST WEAKNESSES, OR IS IT ?

Few if any of you will ever know what it feels like to be Chuck Close.
A lot of you might not even know who he is but all of us have something important to learn from him.

Chuck Close is one of the greatest portrait artists of our time. If you glanced at his work, you would think you were simply looking at a photograph. In reality, you’re looking at paint, sometimes pencil and other times, thread. That’s just how brilliant he is.

If you knew his background, you wouldn’t think it would be possible. He can’t remember a single face that he meets. He suffers from prosopagnosia, a condition that leaves him unable to recognize faces. He can create a masterpiece with your face, but he can’t remember it.

You would think that for a person in Close’s situation, creating portraits would be the last thing he’d be doing. After all, faces are his greatest weakness but it’s just the opposite. It motivates him, even to the point of him saying, “everything in my art is driven by my disability.”

What makes his work that much more brilliant, it shouldn’t be coming out of him, but it is. His greatest strength is his weakness or is it? It’s provided a platform where his greatness can be amplified.

Few if any of us will ever have a condition like his, but we all deal with weakness or strength in one shape or form. Some of you feel completely inadequate, maybe some of you feel like your marriage is about to fall apart , maybe some of you have lost your job and you don’t see how you’ll make it. Where others might be battling cancer and you don’t know how much longer you can fight.

For every person, there is a place in their life where your strength and weakness exists. And it’s for that very reason that in every person, a platform exists, an opportunity. An opportunity to amplify the greatness of God.

So put him to the test, what have you got to loose?

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