In 2001, George Carlin was given a Lifetime Achievement Award. After being fired from MGM in 2005, he began a tour referring to topics such as: suicide, natural disasters, cannibalism, civil liberties in America.
On June 22, 2008, Carlin died and in November 2008 he became the first recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humour.
By and large, language is a tool for concealing the truth.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 the days of two incomes but more divorce, fancier houses, but broken homes.
These are days of quick trips, disposable diapers, throwaway morality, one night stands, overweight bodies, and pills that do everything from cheer,to quiet, to kill.
It is a time when there is much in the showroom 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 soon 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 mean 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 someday that person will not be there again. Give time to love, give time to speak and give time to share the precious thoughts in your mind.
Saturday, 23 October 2010
Monday, 18 October 2010
Sunday, 17 October 2010
GEORGE CARLIN - Paradoxes and Quotes (Part 3)
While working for a radio station, Carlin began performing with Jack Burns as a comedy team. In the 1960s, he started his television shows. Little by little, he changes his style, routines and appearance. he lost TV bookings and eventually, he was charges with violating obscenity laws (indecent language and dressing strangely).
In the 80s and 90s, Carlin left and returned to the stage several times. He did HBO specials and FOX sitcoms and published his first book Brain Droppings.(To be continued)
In the 80s and 90s, Carlin left and returned to the stage several times. He did HBO specials and FOX sitcoms and published his first book Brain Droppings.(To be continued)
We’ve cleaned up the air, but polluted the soul. We’ve conquered the atom, but not our prejudices. We write more, but learn less and plan more, but accomplish less. We’ve learned to rush, but not to wait.
These are the times of fast foods and slow digestion, big men but small character, steep profits and shallow relationships. These are the times of fancier houses, but broken homes. These are the days of quick trips, disposable diapers, throwaway morality, one-night stands, overweight bodies, and pills that do everything from cheer to quiet or kill.
Stay young! Keep cheerful friends. Keep learning. Enjoy the simple things in life. Tell the people you love that you love them.
Laugh! Laugh often, long and loud. Laugh until you gasp for breath. Until it takes your breath away. It’s a moment life is measured by.
Remember !
Sunday, 10 October 2010
POVERTY CAN'T BE ENDED OVERNIGHT
Wouldn't you like to see an end of extreme poverty within a generation? Why don't you join 1 GOAL?
Dear Mioara,
The UN Millennium Development Goals Summit came to a close last week. There's still a lot to sort through from the negotiations and announcements, but a few key facts are already clear.
Firstly, thanks to your help we have made some important strides towards guaranteeing every child the education they deserve. New pledges from several governments including Australia alongside pledges from the World Bank mean a likely increase in aid to primary education by around $700 million a year for the next 5 years.
Because of what happened last week over 4 million more children could have the opportunity to go to school for the first time. That's more than the number of primary school children in London, New York and Paris combined - a great result for all of us that have called for action on Education for All this year.
Secondly, it's clear much more must be done. With too few countries keeping their promises millions of children will still be denied the chance in life that an education brings. Several countries have indicated they will release their plans in a few months time. Our work must go on and we need to use these new announcements to throw down a challenge to other donors to come forward in the coming months.
Lastly, we want to say thank you for your support so far. There's no doubt that the voices of the millions in the Global Campaign for Education's 1GOAL campaign were heard -- and you made a difference:
http://www.join1goal.org/news_intern.php?page=1&NewsID=135
On Monday, you helped set the tone for the entire summit. In less than 24 hours, 1GOAL supporters sent in thousands of personal stories and messages calling for urgent action on education. These comments were projected directly onto the wall of our high-level panel, in full view of leading international dignitaries and the global press.
The panel featured inspiring speeches by the likes of former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown and 1GOAL co-founder and co-chair Queen Rania of Jordan -- but above all it was the passion of 1GOAL's individual supporters that showed attending dignitaries that the people of the world stand united behind this call.
1GOAL's youngest ambassador, 12-year old Soweto student Nthabiseng Tshabalala, spoke at multiple events and drew standing ovations wherever she went. Backed by the words of vision and encouragement sent to her by 1GOAL supporters across the globe, Nthabiseng took the call for education straight to the hearts of the world's most important decision makers.
And on Wednesday Nthabiseng and Queen Rania presented the 18 million declarations of support from 1GOAL supporters directly to the UN Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon. And he promised to do everything possible to encourage the nations of the world to keep the promise of a quality education to every single child.
As part of the Global Campaign for Education, 1GOAL is built on the strength of national campaigns working on the ground in over 100 countries to build support and fight for change. Each one of us should feel proud to be part of this amazing global network of millions of football fans, students, teachers, parents, and concerned citizens who have all come together for 1GOAL. Last week together we proved that when ordinary people combine our voices we can bring a brighter future a little closer for millions of children worldwide.
There's still much work to do. We can't sit back and wait until 2015 - we need to target the national, regional and global moments where we can secure the changes needed to achieve education for all. Over the coming months we will be in touch about these opportunities and will face the challenges ahead together knowing we are part of an incredible team.
With deepest appreciation for all you've done so far,
The 1GOAL team
PS - The end of poverty thanks to you? Watch this video to find out more.
http://www.join1goal.org/endofpoverty.php
1GOAL is a campaign run by the Global Campaign for Education (GCE) calling for Education for All by 2015.
Dear Mioara,
The UN Millennium Development Goals Summit came to a close last week. There's still a lot to sort through from the negotiations and announcements, but a few key facts are already clear.
Firstly, thanks to your help we have made some important strides towards guaranteeing every child the education they deserve. New pledges from several governments including Australia alongside pledges from the World Bank mean a likely increase in aid to primary education by around $700 million a year for the next 5 years.
Because of what happened last week over 4 million more children could have the opportunity to go to school for the first time. That's more than the number of primary school children in London, New York and Paris combined - a great result for all of us that have called for action on Education for All this year.
Secondly, it's clear much more must be done. With too few countries keeping their promises millions of children will still be denied the chance in life that an education brings. Several countries have indicated they will release their plans in a few months time. Our work must go on and we need to use these new announcements to throw down a challenge to other donors to come forward in the coming months.
Lastly, we want to say thank you for your support so far. There's no doubt that the voices of the millions in the Global Campaign for Education's 1GOAL campaign were heard -- and you made a difference:
http://www.join1goal.org/news_intern.php?page=1&NewsID=135
On Monday, you helped set the tone for the entire summit. In less than 24 hours, 1GOAL supporters sent in thousands of personal stories and messages calling for urgent action on education. These comments were projected directly onto the wall of our high-level panel, in full view of leading international dignitaries and the global press.
The panel featured inspiring speeches by the likes of former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown and 1GOAL co-founder and co-chair Queen Rania of Jordan -- but above all it was the passion of 1GOAL's individual supporters that showed attending dignitaries that the people of the world stand united behind this call.
1GOAL's youngest ambassador, 12-year old Soweto student Nthabiseng Tshabalala, spoke at multiple events and drew standing ovations wherever she went. Backed by the words of vision and encouragement sent to her by 1GOAL supporters across the globe, Nthabiseng took the call for education straight to the hearts of the world's most important decision makers.
And on Wednesday Nthabiseng and Queen Rania presented the 18 million declarations of support from 1GOAL supporters directly to the UN Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon. And he promised to do everything possible to encourage the nations of the world to keep the promise of a quality education to every single child.
As part of the Global Campaign for Education, 1GOAL is built on the strength of national campaigns working on the ground in over 100 countries to build support and fight for change. Each one of us should feel proud to be part of this amazing global network of millions of football fans, students, teachers, parents, and concerned citizens who have all come together for 1GOAL. Last week together we proved that when ordinary people combine our voices we can bring a brighter future a little closer for millions of children worldwide.
There's still much work to do. We can't sit back and wait until 2015 - we need to target the national, regional and global moments where we can secure the changes needed to achieve education for all. Over the coming months we will be in touch about these opportunities and will face the challenges ahead together knowing we are part of an incredible team.
With deepest appreciation for all you've done so far,
The 1GOAL team
PS - The end of poverty thanks to you? Watch this video to find out more.
http://www.join1goal.org/endofpoverty.php
1GOAL is a campaign run by the Global Campaign for Education (GCE) calling for Education for All by 2015.
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