December 2009
5 posts
2 tags
Tiger Woods - The Ripple Effect
Since his career started in 1996, Tiger Woods has been a boon to the sport of golf as well as all professional athletes. In 2008 he was the highest paid athlete earning $110 million in prizes and endorsements.
Because of the revelations of Tiger’s secret lifestyle on December 11th, his sponsors have lost an estimated 12 billion dollars - that’s right, 12 BILLION - mostly affecting...
5 tags
3 tags
[PG] Santa Joke
There was a cop on his horse waiting to cross the road when a little boy on his new shiny bike stopped beside him. ”Nice bike,” the cop said, ”did Santa bring it to you?” ”Yep,” the little boy said, ”he sure did!” The cop looked at the bike and while handing the boy a $20 ticket he said, ”Next year, tell Santa to put a license plate on the back...
5 tags
3 tags
On the Pursuit of Happiness
The only increase resulting from the tireless pursuit of happiness is in the depth of want. But love is not so fleeting. Unlike happiness, no one person can attain love without direct human interaction, nor is it self-serving. Quality of life should not be measured by the degree of happiness attained, but by the fruit of love shared. For in itself, true love brings lasting joy, peace, and...