Journal Entry 1 by gussy916 from Singapore, Singapore Singapore on Thursday, April 06, 2006

Book Excerpt:

We are all here for some special reason," he observed prophetically. "Meditate on what your true calling is, and how you can give of yourself to others. Stop being a prisoner of gravity. Today, light your spark of life and let it blaze brightly. Start applying the principles and strategies that I have shared with you. Be all that you can be. A time will come when you too will taste the fruits of that place called Nirvana."
"How will I know when I reach this state of enlightenment?"
"Little hints will appear to confirm your entrance. You will start to notice the holiness in everything that is around you: the divinity of a moonbeam, the allure of a lush blue sky on a scorching summer day, the fragrant bloom of a daisy or the laugh of a mischievous little child."
“Julian, I promise you that the time you have spent with me will not be in vain. I will dedicate myself to living by the wisdom of the Sages of Sivana and I will keep my promise to you by sharing all that I have learned with those who will benefit by your message. I am speaking from the heart. I give you my word," I offered sincerely, feeling the throes of emotion stirring within.
"Spread the rich legacy of the sages to all those around you. They will quickly benefit from this knowledge and improve the quality of their lives, just as you will improve the quality of yours. And remember, the journey is to be enjoyed. The road is just as good as the end."
I let Julian continue. "Yogi Raman was a great storyteller but there was one story he told me which stood out among the rest. May I share it with you?"
"Absolutely."
"Many years ago, in ancient India, a maharajah wanted to build a great tribute to his wife as a sign of his deep love and affection for her. This man wanted to create a structure the likes of which the world had never seen, one that would shimmer across the moonlit sky, one that people would admire for centuries to come. So every day, block by block, his workers toiled in the hot sun. Every day this structure started to look a little more defined a little more like a monument, a little more like a beacon of love against the azure blue Indian sky. Finally, after twenty-two years of daily, gradual progress, this palace of pure marble was complete. Guess what I'm speaking of'!"
"I have no idea."
"The Taj Mahal. One of the Seven Wonders of the World," Julian replied. "My point is simple. Everyone on this planet is a wonder of this world. Every one of us is a hero in some way or another. Every one of us has the potential for extraordinary achievement, happiness and lasting fulfillment. All it takes are small steps in the direction of our dreams. Like the Taj Mahal, a life overflowing with wonders is built day by day, block by block. Small victories lead to large victories. Tiny, incremental changes and improvements such as those I have suggested will create positive habits. Positive habits will create results. And results will inspire you towards greater personal change. Begin to live each day as if it was your last. Starting today, learn more, laugh more and do what you truly love to do. Do not be denied your destiny. For what lies behind you and what lies in front of you matters little when compared to what lies within you
 

Journal Entry 2 by gussy916 at Postal Release To Fellow Bookcrosser in By Mail, A RABCK -- Controlled Releases on Monday, May 08, 2006

Released 6 yrs ago (5/8/2006 UTC) at Postal Release To Fellow Bookcrosser in By Mail, A RABCK -- Controlled Releases

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This book is going out as a RABCK to Chubsiewhubsie...as part of my "Name my Niece" contest...safe travels and enjoy the book! 

Journal Entry 3 by chubsiewhubsie from Brunswick, Ohio USA on Friday, May 19, 2006

A book from India.
A BOOK FROM INDIA.
THAT IS SOOOO COOL!
I never will get over that fact...
why am I so enchanted with India and the UK?
Thank you for this great book!
I will read it soon!
 

Journal Entry 4 by chubsiewhubsie from Brunswick, Ohio USA on Monday, June 05, 2006

This book was interesting.
Live for today.
Start with today and go forward.
What more can I say, those are words to
live by!
Thank you for sharing it with me and off it will go in a surprise RABCK.
Off to Book-spy, in Kentucky. 

Journal Entry 5 by chubsiewhubsie at RABCK in By Mail, A RABCK -- Controlled Releases on Monday, June 05, 2006

Released 5 yrs ago (6/5/2006 UTC) at RABCK in By Mail, A RABCK -- Controlled Releases

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To Kentucky and the page turner. 

Journal Entry 6 by book-spy from Arlington, Alabama USA on Wednesday, June 07, 2006

chubsiewhubsie, how nice - and I am giggling. You are such a sweetie to send this book and the CHOCOLATE. Thanks from your 'Kentucky and the page turner' friend!

Nice classy touch!

turn the page,

book-spy