QUANTUM LEAP Posted March 6, 2003 The paradox of our Time by George Carlin The paradox of our time in history is that we have taller building but shorter tempers; wider freeways, but narrower viewpoints. We spend more, but have less. we buy more but enjoy less. we have bigger houses and smaller families, more conveniences, but less time; we have more degrees, but less sense; more knowledge, but less judgement; more experts, yet more problems, more medicine, but less wellness. we drink too much, smoke too much, spend recklessly, laugh too little, drive too fast, get too angry, stay up too late, get up too tired, read too little, watch TV too much, and pary seldom!. we have multiplied our possessions, but reduced our values. we talk too much, love too seldom, and hate too often. we've learned how to make a living, but not a life, we've added years to life not life to years. we've been all the way to the moon and back, but have trouble crossing the street to meet a new neighbor. we conquered outer spce but not inner space. we've done larger things, but not better things. we've cleaned up the air,but polluted the soul. we've conquered the atom, but not our prejudice. we write more, but learn less. we plan more, but accomplish less. we've learned to rush, but not to wait. we build more computers to hold more information to produce more copies than ever, but we communicate less, and less. These are the times of fast foods and slow digestion. big men and small character; steep profits and shallow relationships. These are they days of two incomes but more divorce, fancier houses but broken homes. These are days of quick trips, disposal diapers, throw-away morality, one-night stands, overweight bodies, and pills that do everything from cheer to quiet, to kill. It is time when there is much in the show window and nothing in the stockroom, A time when technology can bring this letter to you, and a time when you can choose either to share this insight, or to just hit delete. Remember, spend some time with your loved ones, because they are not going to be around forever. Remember, say a kind word to someone who looks up to you in awe, because that little person sooon will grow up and leave your side. Remember, to give a warm hug to the one next to you, because that is the only treasure you can give with your heart and it doesn't cost a cent. Remember to say i love you, to your partner and your loved ones, but most of all meant it. A kiss and an embrace will mend hurt when it comes from deep inside of you. Remember to hold hands and cherish the moment for some day that person will not be there again. Give time to love, give time to speak, give time to share the precious thoughts in your mind. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thinkerman Posted March 6, 2003 Wasup Shaqsii, how you doing bro. That was Interesting reading, Pretty deep reasonings and conclusions who is Ralph Waldo Emerson A Writer?? Anyway I enjoyed it Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
QUANTUM LEAP Posted March 6, 2003 Hiya Shujui Im doing ok bro thanks for asking. I hope you ok n doing well yourself and coping with all the burden of books and occasional up/downs of what academy throws at you. As for the question you asked about R.Waldo, He was basically an American essayist, poet and a transcendalist from the 19th Century. Btw - He never wrote the paradox of time Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Libaax-Sankataabte Posted March 7, 2003 Good piece Shaqsii. How's the "BZ" endeavour you were involved in? Glad to see you around. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
QUANTUM LEAP Posted March 7, 2003 Thanks Libaax nice to see u too bro....Hows the Honeymoon so far? Nice to see that you surfaced and hope too with abig smile. The venture is doing well thanks for asking... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Senora Posted March 7, 2003 I enjoyed reading what you wrote, and i think its interesting, ...its not something i haven't heard b4, but its not something i dont want to hear again. I had some things i raised an eyebrow towards, i wanted to share it, but then i thought that i would just be ruining the beautiful passage you just wrote. So i wont be picky today....... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Isra Posted March 7, 2003 Salam Really interesting. Thank you Peace Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StarGazer Posted March 7, 2003 Deep stuff. For a moment, I thought you've retired from posting Good to see you back! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
QUANTUM LEAP Posted March 8, 2003 Princes you are welcome to knock yourself out sis..after all thats why we have debates. Isra you wlc nice to know that you enjoyed it. Tamina - Its been awhile hope you still smiling out there and yeah I thought about it but then again its something I enjoy too. Nice to see you around. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
