Be Realistic: There is no Limit to What You Can Do

Be Realistic: There is no Limit to What You Can Do
by Jim Cathcart, CSP, CPAE

Have you ever thought about what you could do, if you really decided to?
I'm not merely talking about what your skills, education and talents are capable of. I'm talking about what is really possible for you.

There is a very real possibility that you can do virtually anything. Not alone, not with out new information, but certainly within your ultimate grasp.

Now many people would say to me, "Jim, be realistic. Some things are just not possible." To them I say, a realist is simply a pessimist who doesn't want to admit it. I've never heard a "realist" take an optimistic posture on any topic. They always say, "Let's be realistic." and then go on to explain why your idea can't be done.

Imagine a realist saying, “Realistically, we don't yet know what the possibilities are. This could be easier than we think!" Better, eh?

One thing I have learned over the years is that luck really does come to those who commit to a goal. Scientists and philosophers call it "synchronicity." It is when things come together in an unexplainable way to help you reach your destination. Sometimes you just happen to meet someone who has the answer you need or shares your interests. At other times it is written off as "timing" or blind luck.

I don't see it that way. I believe that there are some universal principles at work which most people miss. There have been references to this phenomenon in philosophical and religious literature throughout history. Without waxing poetic, here is what goes on.

When any person makes a decision to bring about a certain outcome, the entire universe starts the process of making it happen. As long as the person persists in the belief that they are creating the desired result, the process continues. When doubt, hatred, or fear dominates the person, the process stops and other forces direct the world's energies in other positive directions. This is why there is "power" in positive thinking.

Sometimes we express a strong desire and the result occurs immediately. We call this a miracle. At other times we strive long and hard without visible progress. The operative word there is "visible". There are too many elements in the world for us to be conscious of how they all interact. But the moment we decide to do what it takes to create a result, the universe bends toward us to assist. This continues unless we do something to stop the process.

That is why I say there is nothing you can't do. There are things that might not be worth doing but almost anything can be done somehow. To do such things requires a certain state of mind. It requires optimism, determination, clarity, love for all mankind and humility. Optimism is the only productive way to think. Not pollyanna blind faith in spite of the facts, just the continuing belief that there is a way and that you will ultimately find it. Determination is to do what is necessary even if it is not convenient, if you are not in the mood, if it takes more than you expected, and if it is not fair, meaning that you have to contribute more than others.

Clarity of focus is essential in order to activate things in your favour. So goal setting in writing is essential to get things going. The clearer your focus, the more compelling your influence becomes. When you believe unflinchingly in your cause, others will be drawn to you.

Love of all humanity means respect for the dignity of and sensitivity to the needs of others. Contrary to Gordon Gekko's line in the movie Wall Street, greed does not work, because it separates you from others. Only love and respect will connect you to all who might ultimately help.

And finally, humility. The biblical way of expressing this thought is, "Not my will, but Thine, be done." If we realise how little we know, we will be a lot more humble. Emerson said, "Desire is possibility seeking expression." If you truly want something, the possibility of it surely exists. That does not mean that it is a good idea for you. It just means that it could happen. But if you are dedicated to achieving something deeply and sincerely, then it is incumbent upon you to pursue it.

Where the problems arise is when we decide that we already know what it will take to do the job. Far too many variables exist for us to really "know" what it takes in any instance. So we must move forward based on what we know, while listening to the messages the world is sending us. We sometimes find that an even better outcome is available to us through a simple change in direction. At other times we simply need to learn the lesson life has to teach us at a given point and then move on in a new direction. We never know how valuable that life lesson will be later on as we pursue a greater goal.

So I encourage you to be realistic, there is no limit to what you can do.

©Jim Cathcart. All Rights Reserved.

Author’s comments:

The clearer your focus, the more compelling your influence becomes.

Yeah! I am a realist. Too realistic at times… Now to be a positive realist.

Happily Single

Eugene Loh, A Slice of Life, 938LIVE, a station of MediaCorp Radio

More and more people in their 30's or 40's have never been married and are yearning to settle down and start a family.

If you fall into this group, how does it make you feel? Frustrated? Are you longing to be a father? Have you lost hope that you will ever find someone to settle down with and spend the rest of your life with? Do you have a lot of friends, but you still feel lonely and long for true love and companionship with a life long partner?

Well, you don't need to be married and have a family to make your life complete, happy and worthwhile. Yes, there is joy in that, but it doesn't mean that without it your life is doomed to emptiness. Many people fall into the trap of believing in that certainty.

It's a big mistake to depend on someone else to complete your life and bring you happiness. Being happy is D-I-Y. Depending on someone else for your happiness is handing over control and responsibility to that person. Which not only puts you in a wobbly situation, it's unfair to the other party.

Marriage and a family is not the only key to your eternal happiness. The fact that many marriages end in divorce should give you a clue that marriage does not guarantee happiness.

Don't get me wrong. Marriage is a wonderful institution as long as you find the right mate. Marriage is very a serious matter and you should not jump into marriage prematurely because you think you're getting older and it's time to settle down.

Even if you insist that there is someone for you, and you will find him or her eventually, that doesn't mean that the world has to stop turning in the meantime. You can find happiness and fulfillment in other areas besides romantic relationships.

A good way to find meaning and satisfaction is to become involved in helping others through charity organizations, volunteer work, community activities, working for political causes, helping the needy and so on. It can be extremely rewarding. Besides, it's a great way to meet people too and learn about their lives, their motivations, their problems and their ways of solving them. This helps put your own troubles into perspective.

Author’s comments:
Seeing long lost friends engaged in Facebook can sometimes prove quite shocking. Of course the first thing I do is to congratulate them. But maybe because Facebook overwhelms me at times, that suddenly I was asking myself certain questions. Questions that I had abandoned when I chose my path. No way am I going to give up on this dream, thus the only way out is to hope something comes along while I am on THIS path. I don’t wish to compromise, it’s either have or don’t have. Maybe I’m just tired of certain elements.

Love Should Not Be Bartered

'Eugene Loh, A Slice of Life, 938LIVE, a station of MediaCorp Radio'.

You usually do what you're told or asked to, even when you really don't want to do it. You keep your grudges inside, but because you feel mistreated, you grumble, complain and have frequent bursts of anger. You feel suppressed, but just can't seem to say "no".

Does that sound like you?

If you're consistently suppressing your desires to accommodate other people's needs, even it makes you really unhappy, perhaps you need a shift in self-perspective.

You probably feel that if you don't give in to others' requests or demands, that people will not love or accept you anymore. You believe that their "love" for you is based solely on the pre-requisite that you comply with their every wish.

People trapped in such relationships can't seem to refuse the requests of family members or friends. And their family members and friends have become so used to seeing them in the submissive role that they often think that's what makes them happy, so they leave them to it. These people also get feelings of self-worth from being the "victim", the "martyr", or the one who has to sacrifice his own needs to accommodate the desires of the people he loves. This is a false line of reasoning that he has allowed himself to believe.

But your family members and friends will just as easily love you even if you can't give in to their desires. Love does not require that you suppress your true self and happiness. Love does not need you to be dishonest about your real feelings.

True freedom is found in giving out of love and not out of fear. When we give out of fear of rejection, we are not really giving but bartering whatever we are giving in exchange for others' acceptance.

No one can respond to what others ask of them all the time. And you are just as worthy of love even when you can't accommodate the needs of others.

Is it time you allowed others to be responsible for their own reality? And for you to be responsible for your own happiness?

Author’s comments:
Spooky as usual. I was thinking if I should accommodate a friend’s idea. Not really accommodate also, but don’t know why after he updated me, my whole system shut down. And his friend was a bit disappointed that I have no comments.

Ever since then, I have been debating. It seems that he had pushed me back to square 1 again. And I wonder why. Why did I decide to just give up this concept? Then I found the key word on Saturday – freedom. Human are sometimes bound by certain rules. We call those attachments to life.

Money should never be a key factor in the things we do. Unfortunately, it is also true that money is essential in our well-being. Stressor had stressed that he does not want money to play the critical role either. But sometimes, I feel that it matters to him, just in a different form. I am not trying to be divine or anything, because I’m quite worried at times about my financial state if I insist on certain path. But with his latest idea, I realised he had tried to bound me. I am not exactly a free-spirited bird, more of a caged bird who yearns freedom. And I realised that if I am going to be caged again, I might as well stay in the same cage. “Better the devil you know than the devil you don’t.” I can be quite a scaredy cat I guess.

I had wanted to ponder on this further on Sunday. Unfortunately I had to help my brother do a Sudoku.java. (I realise lately every domain wish to find an algo to solve the Sudoku. My linear programming exam paper was on it too. Gosh! And I took the whole day because my java is really CMI now.) But in the midst while coding, I was thinking of what the Oracle had told me on 18/10/07
1. Dream Big
2. Stay Optimistic
3. Keep Faith

At that time, I thought the Oracle was referring to Stressor’s idea. But something seems to be missing…

(31st Oct 2007)
I had written this portion quite some time back. The past few days, I have been doing reports. Currently, I’m waiting for my colleague to vet the document and because I am still in concussed mode, I decided to write this blog. Actually another reason is because I have read another (2) articles which I have yet to post because this article is obstructing haha. I thought of removing the earlier portion but decided if this is a pensieve, I should keep this mood. I did have a talk with stressor. But because of the deadlines, I really did not give too much of a thought. Sometimes, I guess I’m just grateful of my current situation. And this grateful feeling makes it hard for me to decide certain things. I admit I’m greedy, all I want is freedom. Pure freedom. To do what I want to do regardless of consequences. Why must human be bound by so many things?

Anyway I think I should go back to check the files. As for what Oracle says, I can only say it’s weird. Last Sunday, a long time pal was puzzled over his life path too and I told him to listen to his heart. It’s funny why I always cannot practice what I preached though. Tired.. zzz

The Starfish Story

The Starfish Story
- Adapted from The Star Thrower by Loren Eiseley (1907 - 1977)

Once upon a time, there was a wise man who used to go to the ocean to do his writing. He had a habit of walking on the beach before he began his work.

One day, as he was walking along the shore, he looked down the beach and saw a human figure moving like a dancer. He smiled to himself at the thought of someone who would dance to the day, and so, he walked faster to catch up.

As he got closer, he noticed that the figure was that of a young man, and that what he was doing was not dancing at all. The young man was reaching down to the shore, picking up small objects, and throwing them into the ocean.

He came closer still and called out "Good morning! May I ask what it is that you are doing?"

The young man paused, looked up, and replied "Throwing starfish into the ocean."

"I must ask, then, why are you throwing starfish into the ocean?" asked the somewhat startled wise man.

To this, the young man replied, "The sun is up and the tide is going out. If I don't throw them in, they'll die."

Upon hearing this, the wise man commented, "But, young man, do you not realize that there are miles and miles of beach and there are starfish all along every mile? You can't possibly make a difference!"

At this, the young man bent down, picked up yet another starfish, and threw it into the ocean. As it met the water, he said, "It made a difference for that one."



Author’s comments:
This is a common story. I know MOE uses it to motivate people to come forward and be a teacher, to make a difference for the young. Then “The Last Breakthrough” also used it in their storyline. And the last time I read this story again, was from A Slice of Life. It really amazes me, almost every article he sent, is an answer to a question I asked the Heaven. Excluding this story though, as this story is more of like a reminder to me.

Anyway this is a back-dated post. I had wanted to blog it last week after watching the last episodes of “The Last Breakthrough”. This show left a big impact on me as it reminded me how fragile life can be and how determine one should be.

I was first fascinated with the Kenya’s scenes and the children. To see how skinny these children are, and how hard they tried to survive, brought tears to me. Towards the last few episodes, I cried terribly, of which I’m thankful because it helped me vent out my own personal pent-up feelings. Haha I am such a cry-baby since young. *Shakes head*

Towards the end, I saw Ah Fen finally convinced his dad about the “Dragon City Clinic’s Spirit”. As children, what we really want most is for our parents to believe in our dreams despite the vast difference between our ideals.

Qing Qing also left an impression on me. (Sidetracked, she is actually a child actress and is VERY VERY beautiful.) I did not know she is an accountant by degree until Yo-yo mentioned and that she said she is going to study Nursing. A career switch! Weirdly I posed that question to a classmate before and he replied that is abit drastic for me. Haha. Somehow I remembered another classmate telling me I am not so “kind” also, (I can’t remember the context of the conversation). But I guessed they must be worried that I will scold the patients bah. My friend had felt that I’m the type who will scold my user too. Oops.

Anyway she also made me kinda realised that we cannot take love for granted. But at least she and Qiao were lucky as the guys do like them ah. It is said that Life Force is a good match-making place. After serious pondering, I think it is logical too as it is preferable for a couple to share the same dream. At least they will understand each other better. See how Qiao understands Ah Fen so well. Quite an envious pair right, haha. Hmm but I don’t ask for much, just for someone who can support my dream.

Mr Smiley knows me best.. Right Mr. Smiley!

Joke of the Day

Do you know Me?

Lawyers should never ask grandma a question if they aren't prepared for the answer.

In a trial, a small-town prosecuting attorney called his first witness, an elderly grandmother to the stand.

He approached her and asked; "Mrs.. Jones, do you know me?"
She responded, "Why, yes, I do know you, Mr. Williams. I've known you since you were a young boy, and frankly, you're a big disappointment to me. You lie, cheat on your wife, manipulate people and talk about them behind their backs. You think you're a big shot when you haven't the brains to realize you never will amount to anything more than a two-bit paper pusher. Yes, I know you."

The lawyer was stunned! Not knowing what else to do, he pointed across the room and asked, "Mrs.. Jones, do you know the defense attorney?"

She again replied, "Why, yes, I do. I've known Mr. Bradley since he was a youngster. He's lazy, bigoted, and has a drinking problem. He can't build a normal relationship with anyone and his law practice is one of the worst in the state. Not to mention he cheated on his wife with three different women. One of them was your wife. Yes I
know him."

The defense attorney almost died.

The judge asked both lawyers to approach the bench and in a quiet voice said: "If either of you idiots asks her if she knows me, I'll send you to the electric chair."

A Heavy Heart

看不开。
No matter how much I tried to convince myself, I just cannot let go.

是我执著 ，是我任性。
It has to be my fault, somehow.

忍。
Why does it have a knife on top of the heart? And a tear drop on its left?

The day has arrived but I feel no happiness. Early in the morning, I could not even breathe well. It is as if so many things are cluttered into my ventilation system, congesting my mind.

Coincidentally, the thing I was waiting for finally got credited in. I had contemplated postponing for one more week. But I remember I once told my friend, if I had to wait another 6 more months, I might commit suicide. And I am not the type of person to seek death. She said I was exaggerating haha. Later another person ask me to postpone too, I replied I might have depression. He said I was too extreme. Haha that day, I have to agree I would be foolish to really seek death or get depressed because of it.

But today, I really am at my lowest ebb. Senior has gone cycling and I have nobody to bully. The other guy whom I can discuss has gone holidaying for a week already. Actually even if they are around, I will still be isolated. I chose to be silent today. Maybe I’m afraid to think more, dwell more, and cry more.

When I started typing this post, I was trying hard to compose myself. Senior says when you can solve a bug and be their saviour, you will feel proud. But when you cannot find the bug no matter what, it gets very stressful. This stress has been with me for more than a week. And nobody, absolutely nobody is able to help me. Maybe I did not seek help. Between creating a new system and maintaining existing systems, every programmer knows that creating a new system is easier. Besides since it is new and if you do not have the time, you can always don’t develop it. Of course that is not the correct work attitude.

I really have no idea where the bug is and how I can solve their problem. Everyday I am just letting them “vent” in a sense. They will ask me look at that record, but I know looking doesn’t solve their problem. And my only solution to them, they are not taking it because it is tedious. And I know they, like me, are just listening “in one ear, out the other”. Because the data did not change, and the error is still there.

Maybe I am too focussed on this problem which affects my mood. Thankfully I managed to stabilize myself already. I hope to stay this mood till the day ends. After all, I have to be clear and coherent to convey my intention.

Anyway this morning was doing a mini test in MyPaper and the results states I’m very concerned about environment and the environment affects me easily. I guess it is true. I love Mother Nature mah haha.

注重环境
你喜欢干净，简洁的感觉，讨厌繁琐的事物。你在意心灵和周围环境的融洽，任何一个恶劣的环境都会影响你的心情。你喜欢的环境或许是优雅静谧的，或许是热闹喧嚣的，或许是阴暗闭塞的，一切都依感受来决定。

劝告：
很多时候我们都无法选择环境，所以学习适应环境，人，事物是必须的。看看窗外，其实已经有幅风景在你身边，它叫自然。

郑丹瑞 - 《小男人周记》

Source : Ms. Shenton in MyPaper (11th Oct 2007)

Stanza 1 - How to convey one's words based on certain circumstances
急事，慢慢说；
大事，清楚说；
小事，幽默说。

没把握的事，谨慎地说；
没发生的事，不要胡说；
做不到的事，别乱说。

伤害人的事，坚决不说；
讨厌的事， 对事不对人地说。

开心的事， 看场合说；
伤心的事，不要见人就说；
别人的事， 小心地说；
自己的事， 听听心底怎么说。

现在的事， 做了再说；
未来的事， 未来再说。

Stanza 2 - About how much should one flaunt

才能不必傲尽, 留一些内涵给自己；
有功不必邀尽，留一些谦让给自己；
得理不必抢尽，留一些宽和给自己；
富贵不必享尽, 留一些福泽给自己；
得宠不必恃尽, 留一些后路给自己；
责人不必苛尽, 留一些肚量给自己。

Bflygal's comments:
Interestingly, I had almost missed the chance to read this article as the newspaper delivery truck had broke down this morning thus delivery was delayed. The lady that gives out the newspaper is quite amusing though when she informs those regular patrons that the papers are delayed. She even know one of them had to look after children.

Anyway after reading the stanza, I decided to do the 2 tasks I have been assigned. I have been veering from being a bit more heartless to a bit less heartless. Haha it is quite a little bit. Actually I know it is not her fault, and that 是我自己看不开. I really don't blame her or anybody for my workload because I guess someone has to bear the brunt? I also don't really boast that my luck has always been good since I stepped in. Just that GA has always been by my side which I am really thankful. Thus my brunt isn't really very terrible to bear.

Yesterday my friend says my attitude might be at fault. If I had really flare up, I will only admit that one case which happen just a few days ago and is only at my user because he insists my system was at fault totally and I found out otherwise. For the past 3 years, I never once reject stuff intentionally. The only one time I did was because I was on one week leave already and I did not reject, I only inform. If people wish to fault me because of that , I accept it as my lot. I am very sure that I maintain cordial relationship with everybody but when it comes to human relationships, how sure can one be? I can only say to my friend, that whatever I do, does not go against my conscience. And if he feels that after hearing what I say, any prospective employer will think twice on hiring me, I can only say
伤害人的事，坚决不说；
讨厌的事， 对事不对人地说。
Whatever I said is based on events, not targeting on any particular person.

Actually while reading this line : 伤心的事，不要见人就说； I pondered. Maybe I really should not have said what I said yesterday to him. I think I should just clamp up again. Anyway when one's heart is heavy, one turns quiet too.

By the way, I found another 3 more lines for Stanza 2:
知人不必言尽, 留一些口德给自己
锋芒不必露尽, 留一些深歛给自己
气势不必倚尽, 留一些厚道给自己

In the end, I guess I just have to keep a backdoor for myself.

At first sight marks one's destiny

“Secrets”
“Follow the notes upon a journey
At first sight marks one's destiny
Once the voyage comes to an end
Return lies within hasty key”

<<不能說的秘密>>

Interpretation :
Playing the notes will allow one to embark on a journey The first person you see will be the one who will be able to see you To return to the present, play the piece quickly

I still remember I had wanted to watch the movie when it was out for screening. And that I had almost caught it on the big screen. But something crop up for my friend. After that, I lost the urge to watch the movie. I did hear the OST though.

Later on, I heard Chong Qing mention about watching the dvd and he regret not having caught it on big screen. And I wonder, is it really that good? I made a mental note to watch it on small screen.. except as usual I forgot. Till my friend asked me what's the name of Jay Chou's latest movie 2 Sundays ago. He reminded me about the incident.

Actually, I don't mind not watching it big screen. I never wanted to anyway. I only pondered about something else. But I guess in life there are always questions left unanswered. There are always secrets that cannot be told. And sometimes, even when you do tell your secret, you might not gain the trust and belief those people would give you. You end up ridiculed and shattered because someone broke his trust towards you.

Which is why I have so much secrets. Nah it is because I'm a girl and girl tends to keep secrets haha.

Anyway I love the piano scenes. I love the scores they performed. I love the way the scenes were taken, the scenery. Aww.... I shall close my eyes...

p/s : That picture was a picture of my new clothes hanger.. I broke my old old one again haha.. Cute right =D

Cleaning: Outside and In

Source : Eugene Loh, A Slice of Life, 938LIVE, a station of MediaCorp Radio

When you feel upset, discouraged or out of control, do you feel the desire to clean? Well, I don't, but when I do try it, it often works for me. There's a deep connection between our personal environment and our innermost selves. Our senses reach deep, and those same senses also feel our surroundings. So is it possible that by shifting the arrangement of our belongings we can re-arrange the molecules of our emotional lives as well?

When our homes become cluttered and disordered, other aspects of our lives also tend to feel stuck. A cluttered home reflects a distracted and cluttered mind, and it also makes it hard to focus and think clearly. It gets easier to put on hold decisions that could put you back in control of your life. Eventually, we give up. The task seems overwhelming, and the clutter is so pervasive that we can't decide where to begin.

Clutter saps your energy and erodes your spirit. Clutter makes it difficult to get things done, enjoy peace and quiet, or spend time the way you really want to. It adds to your stress, slows you down and drains your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual strength. Clutter makes you lose your focus, and that makes you lose your confidence and power as well.

On an energetic level, all this stuff is preventing a clear vision of self. Anything that is neglected, unwanted, or unappealing to you will drag your energy down every time you look at it. Even a beautiful object of great value does nothing for you or your home if you don't like it. So if you don't love it, get it out of sight.

Look around you. If you could only choose ten items to live with for the rest of your life, what would they be? When you're considering this question, ask yourself - What do they really do for you? Do they empower you? Are they motivating you to improve yourself?

Everything that surrounds you should be working for you in some way. If the things in your space are not supporting you and contributing to the positive quality of your life, it is time to do something about it!

The defeat, fatigue, and depression that you feel when you think about your clutter will start to evaporate as soon as you put yourself in action. The hard part is getting started, but once you do the magic will begin.

Clutter-clearing creates space for us to discover our true path in life and to define who we want to become. With this new vision we can consciously choose to surround ourselves with objects and imagery that reflect and support our authentic concept of self.

Bflygal's comments:
I know I am in need of some spring cleaning. And I told Heaven, once I settled it, I will clean up my room. But as the days go by, my heart gets heavier. Maybe I am suppose to clean my room to see things more clearly? Tired...

Mental Health

Source : NUS

Note : Hmm I need to ensure I'm mentally sound... BTW it is taken entirely from the website...

Bryan Adams - Never Let Go

Can you lay your life down, so a stranger can live?
Can you take what you need, but take less than you give?
Could you close every day, without the glory and fame?
Could you hold your head high, when no one knows your name?
That's how legends are made, at least that's what they say.

We say goodbye, but never let go.
We live, we die, cause you can't save every soul.
Gotta take every chance to, show that you're the kinda man who;
Will never look back, never look down,
and never let go.

Can you lose everything, you ever had planned?
Can you sit down again, and play another hand?
Could you risk everything, for the chance of being alone?
Under pressure find the grace, or would you come undone?
That's how legends are made, at least that's what they say?

We say goodbye, but never let go.
We live, we die, cause you can't save every soul.
Gotta take every chance to, show that you're the kinda man who;
Will never look back, never look down,
and never let go.

Never let go, Never let go, Never let go...

Gotta take every chance to, show that you're the kinda man who;
Will never look back, never look down,
and never let go.

We say goodbye, but never let go.
We live, we die, 'but you can't save every soul.
Gotta take every chance to, show that you're the kinda man who;
Will never look back, never look down,
and never let go.

Will never look back, never look down,
and never let go.

Never let go, Never let go, Never let go...

Bflygal's comments:
I had caught sight of this song but did not have a chance to hear it. Then my friend asked me to hear it today. At first I find the music so-so only. But I decided to give it a chance, I went to search the lyrics. And the lyrics inspired me.

Anyway I was kidding with my friend on what he does not want to let go, and he replied me "Whatever I need to let go or don't want to let go, they will be decided in time." Sounds pretty sound to me. Because I have a tendency to miss the point and decide for myself instead. Maybe that is why I'm letting go the wrong things?

I hate regrets. But I must learn to know that in life, there are bound to be regrets. It is what makes you treasure life more. I know sometimes, I sound irrational. But trust me, I'm very pragmatic. Just that I might do things out of the norm, sometimes.

Question of the Day

(A fairy mushroom from Facebook)

When they first invented the clock, how did they know what time it was to set it too?

Heard it on the podcast in Hamish 5 things. Yeah I wish to know why is it 7.43 am now too! How did they know it is not 8.43 am? Or maybe 7.43 pm (obviously not I guess since the sun just rose).

Oh and while at it, I heard 2 very interesting job description :

• A programmer is someone who solves a problem you didn't know you have in a way you don't understand and charges you a ton of money for


• A banker is a fellow who lends you his umbrella when the sun is shining, but wants it back the minute it begins to rain. - Mark Twain

I can only say either I am not a programmer, or the money I am charging you guys most probably did not end up in my pocket because I'm so poor!!! (ok joking, the money suffice and I should not complain!)