The Is Hope

Life can be difficult at any age. Watch, listen, and learn from this great song and video. There is hope!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ff2lz6hnQRA&feature=feedu

Tyler Ward - The Rescue (Original Song) - Official Fan Video

The Green Hornet

The Green Hornet is a funny movie. Especially if you like Seth Rogen. It had its slow moments, and yes it is about a make me into a super hero movie(again), but it actually had a moral. A sentimental story worked into it. Nonetheless, it made me laugh, and honestly that's what matters.


I will mention that I HATE 3D movies. They are costly, and they make the motion sick patrons feel terrible during the flick. I know I could have gone 2D, but it wasn't at a good time. 


Rate: B+
Buy: In the mood see it at the theatre, or wait to rent or buy.
PG-13: Language, and a drop of drinking, and drugs. 

Are You The Bigger Person, Or The Bully?

Image via WikipediaSo are you the bigger person, or are you the bully? 


So many have been touched by a bully story in some way, and this is one that reminds us, that we too can help someone just by being kind. 


♦♦Thank you to another great IMAlive volunteer for allowing me to share the story.♦♦


One day, when I was a freshman in high school, I saw a kid from my class was walking home from school. His name was Kyle. It looked like he was carrying all of his books. 

I thought to myself, 'Why would anyone bring home all his books on a Friday? He must really be a nerd.' 

I had quite a weekend planned (parties and a football game with my friends tomorrow afternoon), so I shrugged my shoulders and went on. 

As I was walking, I saw a bunch of kids running toward him. They ran at him, knocking all his books out of his arms and tripping him so he landed in the dirt. His glasses went flying, and I saw them land in the grass about ten feet from him.

He looked up and I saw this terrible sadness in his eyes. My heart went out to him.

So, I jogged over to him as he crawled around looking for his glasses, and I saw a tear in his eye. As I handed him his glasses, I said, 'Those guys are jerks.' They really should get lives."

He looked at me and said, 'Hey thanks!' 

There was a big smile on his face. It was one of those smiles that showed real gratitude.

I helped him pick up his books, and asked him where he lived. As it turned out, he lived near me, so I asked him why I had never seen him before.

He said he had gone to private school before now. I would have never hung out with a private school kid before.

We talked all the way home, and I carried some of his books. He turned out to be a pretty cool kid.I asked him if he wanted to play a little football with my friends? 
He said yes.

We hung out all weekend and the more I got to know Kyle, the more I liked him, and my friends thought the same of him. Monday morning came, and there was Kyle with the huge stack of books again. I stopped him and said, 'Boy, you are gonna really build some serious muscles with this pile of books everyday!' He just laughed and handed me half the books.

Over the next four years, Kyle and I became best friends.

When we were seniors we began to think about college. Kyle decided on Georgetown and I was going to Duke. I knew that we would always be friends, that the miles would never be a problem. He was going to be a doctor and I was going for business on a football scholarship. 

Kyle was valedictorian of our class. I teased him all the time about being a nerd. He had to prepare a speech for graduation. I was so glad it wasn't me having to get up there and speak Graduation day, I saw Kyle.

He looked great. He was one of those guys that really found himself during high school. He filled out and actually looked good in glasses.

He had more dates than I had and all the girls loved him. Boy, sometimes I was jealous!
Today was one of those days. I could see that he was nervous about his speech. 
So, I smacked him on the back and said, 'Hey, big guy, you'll be great!' 
He looked at me with one of those looks (the really grateful one) and smiled. 

'Thanks,' he said. 

As he started his speech, he cleared his throat, and began 'Graduation is a time to thank those who helped you make it through those tough years Your parents, your teachers, your siblings, maybe a coach....but mostly your friends...... I am here to tell all of you that being a friend to someone is the best gift you can give them. I am going to tell you a story.' 

I just looked at my friend with disbelief as he told the first day we met. He had planned to kill himself over the weekend.He talked of how he had cleaned out his locker so his Mom wouldn't have to do it later and was carrying his stuff home. He looked hard at me and gave me a little smile. 'Thankfully, I was saved.

My friend saved me from doing the unspeakable.' I heard the gasp go through the crowd as this handsome, popular boy told us all about his weakest moment. I saw his Mom and dad looking at me and smiling that same grateful smile. Not until that moment did I realize it's depth.

Never underestimate the power of your actions.
With one small gesture you can change a person's life. 
For better or for worse..... 

Giving up your sport?

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Did you ever say "I've had enough" or "I'm done with this sport?" You're not alone. So many kids, and teens have this thought. Then the parents have the fun time attempting to convince you(them) that you are so good, and you shouldn't stop/quit.

I came across this video, put together by a mom to show her daughter how good she is. This is gymnastics based, but the idea that is expressed can be used for almost every sport. It hit home for me because I was a gymnast growing up, and I remember a few times that I was done!

Enjoy
Click on here to view YouTube video

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Image by Flying Cloud via Flickr

The Bridge

This documentary is an eye opener. So many people walk across the Golden Gate Bridge without any intention of jumping. Yet, it happens, and this bridge is the most used to commit suicide in the United States. In this documentary you will hear from family and friends of actual jumpers, as well as one who survived the jump. You will understand more about suicide, and why it's so important to learn more.

Rate: A
Buy: iTunes, DVD
Documentary with actual jumping off the bridge. Not for younger children.