FJ Inspirational Quote of the Day...

Possibilities : "There are two primary choices in life: to accept conditions as they exist, or accept responsibility for changing them."

- Denis Waitley

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FJ Inspirational Quote of the Day...

Perspective : "Simply put, the reason there are things you want that have not yet appeared in your life, is because you're just not used to thinking of yourself with them. Sorry, kind of wish it was more complicated. Just keep practicing."

- The Universe

via Notes From The Universe by Mike Dooley

FJ Inspirational Quote of the Day...

Stress : "Don't let your mind bully your body into believing it must carry the burden of our worries."

- Astrid Alauda

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100th

something special.

for my 100th blog post on FussyJussy i wanted to remind each and every one of you that i value the time you take to read my thoughts. my only wish is to enlighten you in someway through my personal experiences and lessons learned. i hope i'm doing a good job :)

Compassion : "The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own." 
- Benjamin Disraeli 

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*lesson most recently learned : do not drink two cups of black tea with Grand Marnier before bed if you're in any way sensitive to caffeine. this could cause a sudden panic attack.*

127 Hours

brilliance spewing everywhere.


it was truly a privilege to attend the world premiere of director Danny Boyle's (Slumdog Millionaire) 127 Hours starring Mr. James Franco at this year's Toronto International Film Festival. this is the film about the very real and very mind-blowing story of a man forced to either die by dehydration or amputate off his own arm. i can't even begin to explain the emotional ride you go on following James' character Aron Ralston, as he hikes through Blue John Canyon of Utah (alone) and inevitably becomes trapped when a boulder lands on his right arm lodging it firmly against the canyon wall. 


the real Aron Ralston was also at the premiere and it was the first time for him, his wife & sister to view the film that describes in detail his experience over 127 hours. i was lucky enough to help welcome Mr. Franco as he was dropped off but really all i could do was stare. i felt it cliche to continuously yell "JAMES!" until he looked my way so i decided against it. however, i do owe a small revelation to James Franco. to be honest, one of the reasons i decided to go into acting was because of him. but that's another story, for another day. 


the main cast and Danny Boyle along with fellow screenwriting partner, Simon Beaufoy all watched the film with us and did a q&a following. hearing the inspiration behind making the film, Aron's reaction to watching it and James' experience of living it, was all newfound inspiration for me to really jump into this head first. with such talented people in this world and incredible stories to be told, i want so badly to be apart of something. 


literally from start to finish, this film is in a league of it's own. like Slumdog, Mr. Boyle has left his unique and distinguishable mark on Aron's story and you will not be the least disappointed when you see it. it is done in excellent taste with touches of humor and the underlying message that it's human relationships that keep us alive. check out the trailer below . . .

FJ Inspirational Quote of the Day...

Determination : "If someone wants "A" to happen, yet they prepare for "B", they will always get "B". Prepare for "A"." 
- The Universe

via Notes From The Universe by Mike Dooley

FJ Inspirational Quote of the Day...

Perspective : "Somewhere over the rainbow, there's a world where birds sing into every night, flowers bloom across every land, each problem has 10,000 solutions, and people live lives only to love and be loved . . . just like under the rainbow. Ain't life grand?" - The Universe

via Notes From The Universe by Mike Dooley

FJ Inspirational Quote of the Day...

Life Lessons : "Nothing ever goes away until it has taught us what we need to know." - Pema Chodron

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FJ Inspirational Quote of the Day...

Appreciation : "When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you." - Lao Tzu

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FJ Inspirational Quote of the Day...

Perspective : "Isn't it rather mind-numbing, that for everyone, always and forever, they have 10,000 more things to be thrilled about, than not? U R blessed." - The Universe

via Notes From the Universe by Mike Dooley.

FJ Inspirational Quote of the Day...

Happiness : "Young souls learn to accept responsibility for their actions. Mature souls learn to accept responsibility for their thoughts. And old souls, learn to accept responsibility for their happiness." - The Universe

via Notes from the Universe by Mike Dooley.

FJ Inspirational Quote of the Day...

Mindfulness : "Tension is who you think you should be. Relaxation is who you are." - Chinese Proverb

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FJ Inspirational Quote of the Day...

Perspective : "All roads lead to truth, though some will take you there a whole heck of a lot quicker than others. Be honest with yourself." - The Universe

via Notes from the Universe by Mike Dooley

FJ Inspirational Quote of the Day...

Attitude : "Don't take life too seriously. You'll never get out alive." - Elbert Hubbard

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