Just a quick thought about the power of optimism. The way we look at our lives will largely determine our success or failure. There was an article on this theme in today’s Press, by Harvey MacKay, syndicated business columnist. He writes, “An optimist… understands that life can be a bumpy road, but at least it is leading somewhere. They learn from mistakes and failures, and are not afraid to fail again. Optimists know that as long as you get up after you’re knocked down, you are not defeated.”
So, to all the candidates running for office on this Primary Election day, thank you for trying. Win or lose, you have succeeded in making our form of government better; you’ve put yourself out there and have taken a risk. We applaud your efforts. And, win or lose, you will go on. As the ever-optimistic Jimmy Buffet sings, “take the weather with you” and make your days sunny, in spite of any rain.
Doesn’t an optimist seek to find the good in a bad situation? Yet they are called names or there are those that try to discredit them in hopes to hide whatever. I would like to thank all of you at opencda for open discussion and a voice of reason.
Comment by concerned citizen — May 27, 2008 @ 5:28 pm
Thanks, CC, we appreciate your active participation!
Comment by mary — May 27, 2008 @ 7:02 pm
I, too, would like to thank the OpenCdA leaders and posters..methinks our numbers will grow.
Lots of issues waiting in the wings to be discussed/investigated/challenged.
Comment by cda_foodies — May 27, 2008 @ 7:39 pm
Amen to all the above, you’re doing a great job keeping us informed.
Comment by reddy — May 27, 2008 @ 8:08 pm
My cup runneth over! Yawl give me food for thought all the time. Thanks!
Comment by longshot — May 27, 2008 @ 10:52 pm