Impossible To Possible?

I had the privilege to not only sit beside and have dinner with Ray Zahab but to listen to him deliver a very inspiring presentation about his journey from not understanding his passion in life to running 7500km across the Sahara desert in 110 days. He is an adventure seeker in every sense of the word. Using his passion for marathon running to create a foundation designed to inspire youth through adventure. His story is indeed worth the read and his message worth the watch.
As I was listening and watching him , I could feel his passion and you could tell he believed in his mission. His message wasn't complicated, it wasn't difficult to digest at least for me..if you set your mind to do something and you believe in yourself ..anything is possible. He is living proof of that.

Your mind and attitude are key! 

I wanted to make sure I thought about what I could take away from having met Ray.  As I thought about it I was reminded of the following: 

• The only limit to what we can achieve is in confines of our own mind. 
• Every achievement is relative to our situation! 
• The biggest step you can make is making that first small step..and focusing simply on doing the very best you can do!
• Passionate people are on fire and their energy is hypnotic!

Ray's story and movie trailer can be found at

www.rayzahab.com 

Hang around people with passion ..light your fire within..dare to be the best you! 

Peace and love

Tracey

Just something I wrote

It will soon be time to say goodbye Hold me close but please dont cry Ive not gone far from the place It only means you wont see my face Remember the smiles we would share The gentle hugs to show we care It will soon be time to say goodbye Hold me close but please dont cry We are only ever just passing thru Remember my world was better for loving you. Tracey(July 2013) Copywrite Yes You Can

Dancing keeps you young at heart?

I am amazed at the things people are posting on utube these days. In fact, if I think about it too much its a scary thing as I see how people are using the technology to bully, embarass and do harm to other humans. What good comes from that?
Then there are those few video's  I come across that inspire me and restore my hope that technology can be a tool used to inspire and bring happiness into the lives of others. A viral video like the one I am sharing today. I hope it is ok that I am sharing this, it is everywhere on the internet so I like to think I can. I take no credit for it, just want to share the joy.
This 88 year old Nana who loves to dance as she gets into her granddaughter's car. I won't say anymore because I think the video really says it all about how young at heart this lovely lady is and how inspiring she is to her family.
I've always believed music is the conduit to joining people together,  to keeping ourselves young at heart whether we are singing loud in the car to the tunes or dancing around the kitchen with our kids or if you are single , the trusting broom that is always there when you are ready to whip around the floor!
In fact, music is so powerful it can alter any mood and is one of the greatest gifts we are blessed to have available to us!

On this fine Saturday morning as I sit and watch Nana and listen to the oldies I am inspired to get my mojo moving and do my own little shake rattle and roll routine as I head out to my car!

What do I have to lose except for a few extra pounds ?

Life is stressful at times  and guess what ,we all need to lighten up every now and then.
Take a few deep breathes ..let yourself go and then pause for a moment and check in with yourself and see how you feel!

Peace..and remember " if you light a lantern for another, it will also brighten your own way" Nichiren Daishonin

Dear World...A Christmas to Remember

On December 14th the unthinkable occured. A tragedy occured in a little town that touched the hearts of a world. What is supposed to be a magical time of year filled with the joy of children's laughter , excitment of Santa's arrival, hugs and kisses was replaced with tears and sorrow for this little town. For the past week , as news stories begin to settle down and the families directly impacted begin their journey of healing I began to wonder what is becoming of our world. It is up to each of us to keep the spirit alive...to be a little kinder, a little more compassionate..understanding and most of all when these lost souls commit acts of violence that we do not allow ourselves to take on their cynical view of the world that caused their hearts to turn cold. It is up to each of us to keep the magic of Christmas and the magic of everyday alive... So this year I wish you all peace and joy ...and this year enjoy your families and your friends that little bit more...don't be afraid to say I love you..smile a little more and gosh darn it..hug a lot more..all these gifts are free and we all have it within us to give these gifts anytime of the year. 

 I wrote this poem called Dear World as I started to think about what positive could we find in such a terrible action.  

A tragic thing happened to us all today
Innocent lives taken carelessly away
No rhyme or reason for this unthinkable violent act
Saddened to the core that is a somber fact
Little angels and heroic souls their futures now gone
How do we make right this terrible wrong?
Families are grieving their pain all too real as we approach Christmas day
The questions of why are being asked by so many, but what do you say
When someone you love is taken so dreadfully away?
Now is the time for our love and humanity to shine through
Is this too big a prayer to ask of you?
Are you up for the challenge to open your heart and not be lead astray?
Don’t let this steal our peaceful spirits or darken our souls today
Give us courage to find comfort and good will
Support one another and in honor fulfill
What peace on this earth means
As each life held purpose during their time on this earth now angels above
In spirit they share their love

Charlotte, Rachel, Olivia, Dylan, Dawn, Jesse, Ana, Anne, Emilie, Noah
Jessica, Lauren, Mary, Victoria, Daniel, Josephine, Madeleine, Catherine, Chase
James, Jack, Caroline, Avielle, Benjamin, Allison

Dear World
We must not forget the lives that were lost, shed a tear if you must as you remember a name
Then use wisdom and compassion to make changes instead of getting caught up in the circle of blame.
Tracey (Dec 2012)



                                                                                                                       

Keep it Simple Stupid..A message to Remember!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxfHB5wPWeQ

This past week I had the great fortune to attend and MC an Award's gala recognizing Trade Excellence in Canada. During the evening there was a guest speaker who delivered a very engaging one hour  presentation on Leadership Qualities. One sentence Keep It Simple Stupid.That resonated with me.
He shared some interesting stories , and he posed a question. Could you build a successful company transportation company that would compete with FedEx and UPS companies of the world , with no technology, no university degrees? Perhaps a trick question to some, as most people in the room thought impossible. Then he shared a video..the story of the Dabbawalas. Never heard of the Dabbawalas? Check out the link above..impressive and if you think about what makes this system so successful it brings us back to the basic concepts.
On October 14th, Felix Baumgartner makes history. Setting several world records, and daring to do something no body thought possible , a feat I feel is compariable to the first man walking on the moon.
How about Malala Yousafazai, a 14 year old girl shot in the head by the Taliban because she is promoting education for woman in her country?
What do all these examples have in common..everyday people who believe in themselves, who have courage and incredible resolve to make the world a better place and to challenge the age old thinking..it can't be done!
I sit back and I ponder these stories..I think of my own story..and I am excited in the proof that keeps showing itself to me over and over...IF YOU THINK YOU CAN YOU CAN!!

Everyday people..passion...believing...dreaming...courage...risk...love..change..

We complicate the hell out of things..for various personal reasons I leave that for another day...but the message in my opinion and said with love and compassion

KEEP IT SIMPLE STUPID!!  :)

Love and peace!