Recent content by Carol

I was very sad to read of Randy's death too. I have been following his story for about a year. Apparently around 10 million people have seen his last lecture in one form or another now. Amazing. If you haven't "met" him yet, here are some links: 1. the last lecture -...

Here are some good tips for getting more kms/litre that I've collected off various internet sites: 1. Decide on the size and type of car you need. If you’re mainly dashing around town, you may not need a family car with a large engine. And a big 4WD may be fashionable, but it’ll also give...

You're right, Goanna, Picking teh right time to give a letter like this is crucial, and its usefulness would probably be wsted if given just a couple of days after the death - and, you're right, it could upset the bereaved one. So don't slip it in the sympathy card...

I found this great essay while searching teh net for some useful advice articles to give a friend whose husband had just died of cancer. I think it's terrific - be good to slip in with the sympathy card to help drown out the corny stuff...

Hi paula It just happens that I have penned a few ideas about this topic for a bigger project I am working on. Maybe there's something here will give you some ideas. Finding and keeping satisfying friends What do we look for in a satisfying relationship? 1. usefulness -...

I recently read a book called "Tuesdays with Morrie" - it's about an old sociology professor who is dying and he meets up with his old favourite student every tuesday so the old guy can share his wisdom he's gleaned from knowing he's dying. It was a thought-provoking read - here are...

ethan I agree with woohoo. Carol

This is an excerpt from an article that appeared in the West Australian magazine on 1 September 2007. it's about Andrew Forrest and what he's done so far to help the indigenous australian plight in WA. ----- When Forrest handed the first 20 Aboriginal graduates from Fortescue's...

One more scholarship story - this story is inspiring. I recall reading a long article about this guy Waverley Stanley and how he visited investment banker Philip Latham to talk about an entrepreneurial idea Waverly had. Philip Latham didn't much like the entrepreneurial idea but he did...

Here's a third story about AFL teaming up with Qantas to offer school scholariships to indigenous Austrialan school children who demonstrate strong leadership qualities ( not football prowess!). http://www.aflcapeyork.com.au/scholarships.htm Crusader Scholarships In 2003 AFL Cape...

here's another nice story about another school that's come up with some great ideas - this time it's Melbourne Grammar School Indigenous Program Melbourne Grammar School is committed to creating an environment where Indigenous issues are understood, discussed and students are actively...

http://www.daretolead.edu.au/servlet/Web?s=169694&p=STORY_Abbotsleigh Working Systematically at Abbotsleigh An Independent school - with no Indigenous students enrolled - implements a remarkable range of programs and initiatives, including seeking Aboriginal students. School...

Sigh! How about we do a deal - just let the thread get to 50 positive practical ideas without the negativity, and then I'll start a new thread, list the 50 ideas and invite everyone to come in a shoot them down as much as you like! It's just an Edward deBono Six Hats exercise -...

Thank you, Our obsession. It looks great - I am printing it out right now. Carol

thanks, guys, for your thoughts. I don't think I will go ahead with either at this stage. I suspect the deal he's offering me is pretty pricey. I did some more internet reading on the paint protector and it does sound like the protection doesn't last a lifetime but rather like just a...