My Thoughts on "Jonathan Livingston Seagull"

Why can't I fly?
Another truly inspirational, "think outside the box" book. Throughout this beautifully written story the author offers powerful metaphors that constantly question reality. What makes it real? If it is only that we believe, then why not change what we believe and thereby dramatically change our physical and emotional experiences in life. We all have this opportunity and through the opportunity we are charged with the responsibility to use our natural talents to alter this life experience for ourselves and everyone else.

My Thoughts on "The Shack"

Truly a pleasure to read. The characters almost jump off the page. I found myself at times totally submerged in the scenery and suspense of the moment. I enjoyed the subtle yet powerful characterizations of the Christian Trinity. The author thoroughly explored the relationship between the father, son and holy spirit; with each other and with man. This book offers a fresh perspective on traditional Christian religion. I think everyone could gain something from this book, regardless of religion, race or creed.

A must read!

My Thoughts on "Precious"

It is difficult for me to truly express my feelings about this movie. I am conflicted by my total love and admiration for the awesome acting talents portrayed by the actors and the heart wrenching abuses sustained by the lead character. It is difficult to say that I enjoyed the movie, how can I say I enjoyed watching such emotional dysfunction? Personally I cannot say that I have experienced any benefit from seeing the movie. The personal strength and internal motivation displayed by Precious was completely neutralized by the utterly disgusting acts of abuse forced upon her. At the very least, I am neutral. You could not pay me to see it again, however I wish the actors much success for bringing these tragic horrors to life.

My Thoughts on "The Box"

My take home message from this movie was very powerful. The movie focused on the two choices that inevitably every human is faced with in life:

1. Neglect our selfish need for material things and advance the greater good of human kind, or
2. Indulge ourselves in our desires and deny our fellow man, our brothers, the most basic of human rights.

Our answer determines our value, our worthiness to this physical form of life.

I wonder, if all at once every being on the planet became fully aware of our interconnectedness, how dramatic our individual change could be?