The triumph...
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... of human will and determination. Of the human spirit, proving how weak and powerless fate is against it. Once again. Full Story: Hyderabad, a city in south India, is witnessing another one of those sporting events - the Afro-Asian Games. Countries from both Asia and Africa are participating. And one of the countries participating is South Africa. And one of their teams is there to take part in the swimming events. And one of the swimmers is Natalie du Toit*. And one of her legs is... not there. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, this female used to be a cyclist. Two years ago, she lost a leg in a road accident. (I saw her in her swimming costume on TV this afternoon, she really does have only one leg. I mean the other one has been amputated at the thigh.) Now you can't be a cyclist if you have only one leg, can you? You need both your legs to pedal. Lesser people would have lost it, but not Natalie. She took up swimming and look where she is two years hence. She is here at the Afro Asian Games, representing her country. She is that good. She took fate by the horns and kicked it in the balls. There! You can't stop me, she said. Go Natalie! I draw my strength from people like you. You are a source of inspiration for me and countless others. :rose: I've said this before, and I say it again. As long as there are people like Natalie, like Mother Teresa, like those nuns who are running the child care centre in Baghdad, I don't need a god. Just thinking of these people not only sends a rush down my veins, but makes me stand up with renewed vigour and strength. They give me hope, they give me strength, they give me inspiration, they show me the path. They tell me how to live. Here's to the triumph of the human spirit. :beer: (pun unintended) * Thanks, Nic. :) Yes, I think that's the name, though I can't be sure, since the TV reporter just mentioned her name once or twice, and I don't know how to spell it, so sorry Natalie, but anyway. If one of our South Afican friends would please tell me her full name and spelling, I'll make the corrections. Regards, Rohit Sinha Meet Browsy
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... of human will and determination. Of the human spirit, proving how weak and powerless fate is against it. Once again. Full Story: Hyderabad, a city in south India, is witnessing another one of those sporting events - the Afro-Asian Games. Countries from both Asia and Africa are participating. And one of the countries participating is South Africa. And one of their teams is there to take part in the swimming events. And one of the swimmers is Natalie du Toit*. And one of her legs is... not there. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, this female used to be a cyclist. Two years ago, she lost a leg in a road accident. (I saw her in her swimming costume on TV this afternoon, she really does have only one leg. I mean the other one has been amputated at the thigh.) Now you can't be a cyclist if you have only one leg, can you? You need both your legs to pedal. Lesser people would have lost it, but not Natalie. She took up swimming and look where she is two years hence. She is here at the Afro Asian Games, representing her country. She is that good. She took fate by the horns and kicked it in the balls. There! You can't stop me, she said. Go Natalie! I draw my strength from people like you. You are a source of inspiration for me and countless others. :rose: I've said this before, and I say it again. As long as there are people like Natalie, like Mother Teresa, like those nuns who are running the child care centre in Baghdad, I don't need a god. Just thinking of these people not only sends a rush down my veins, but makes me stand up with renewed vigour and strength. They give me hope, they give me strength, they give me inspiration, they show me the path. They tell me how to live. Here's to the triumph of the human spirit. :beer: (pun unintended) * Thanks, Nic. :) Yes, I think that's the name, though I can't be sure, since the TV reporter just mentioned her name once or twice, and I don't know how to spell it, so sorry Natalie, but anyway. If one of our South Afican friends would please tell me her full name and spelling, I'll make the corrections. Regards, Rohit Sinha Meet Browsy
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... of human will and determination. Of the human spirit, proving how weak and powerless fate is against it. Once again. Full Story: Hyderabad, a city in south India, is witnessing another one of those sporting events - the Afro-Asian Games. Countries from both Asia and Africa are participating. And one of the countries participating is South Africa. And one of their teams is there to take part in the swimming events. And one of the swimmers is Natalie du Toit*. And one of her legs is... not there. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, this female used to be a cyclist. Two years ago, she lost a leg in a road accident. (I saw her in her swimming costume on TV this afternoon, she really does have only one leg. I mean the other one has been amputated at the thigh.) Now you can't be a cyclist if you have only one leg, can you? You need both your legs to pedal. Lesser people would have lost it, but not Natalie. She took up swimming and look where she is two years hence. She is here at the Afro Asian Games, representing her country. She is that good. She took fate by the horns and kicked it in the balls. There! You can't stop me, she said. Go Natalie! I draw my strength from people like you. You are a source of inspiration for me and countless others. :rose: I've said this before, and I say it again. As long as there are people like Natalie, like Mother Teresa, like those nuns who are running the child care centre in Baghdad, I don't need a god. Just thinking of these people not only sends a rush down my veins, but makes me stand up with renewed vigour and strength. They give me hope, they give me strength, they give me inspiration, they show me the path. They tell me how to live. Here's to the triumph of the human spirit. :beer: (pun unintended) * Thanks, Nic. :) Yes, I think that's the name, though I can't be sure, since the TV reporter just mentioned her name once or twice, and I don't know how to spell it, so sorry Natalie, but anyway. If one of our South Afican friends would please tell me her full name and spelling, I'll make the corrections. Regards, Rohit Sinha Meet Browsy
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... of human will and determination. Of the human spirit, proving how weak and powerless fate is against it. Once again. Full Story: Hyderabad, a city in south India, is witnessing another one of those sporting events - the Afro-Asian Games. Countries from both Asia and Africa are participating. And one of the countries participating is South Africa. And one of their teams is there to take part in the swimming events. And one of the swimmers is Natalie du Toit*. And one of her legs is... not there. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, this female used to be a cyclist. Two years ago, she lost a leg in a road accident. (I saw her in her swimming costume on TV this afternoon, she really does have only one leg. I mean the other one has been amputated at the thigh.) Now you can't be a cyclist if you have only one leg, can you? You need both your legs to pedal. Lesser people would have lost it, but not Natalie. She took up swimming and look where she is two years hence. She is here at the Afro Asian Games, representing her country. She is that good. She took fate by the horns and kicked it in the balls. There! You can't stop me, she said. Go Natalie! I draw my strength from people like you. You are a source of inspiration for me and countless others. :rose: I've said this before, and I say it again. As long as there are people like Natalie, like Mother Teresa, like those nuns who are running the child care centre in Baghdad, I don't need a god. Just thinking of these people not only sends a rush down my veins, but makes me stand up with renewed vigour and strength. They give me hope, they give me strength, they give me inspiration, they show me the path. They tell me how to live. Here's to the triumph of the human spirit. :beer: (pun unintended) * Thanks, Nic. :) Yes, I think that's the name, though I can't be sure, since the TV reporter just mentioned her name once or twice, and I don't know how to spell it, so sorry Natalie, but anyway. If one of our South Afican friends would please tell me her full name and spelling, I'll make the corrections. Regards, Rohit Sinha Meet Browsy
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She is amazing and people like her are amazing but why do we need heros to inspire us? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Miszou wrote: I have read the entire internet. on how boring his day was. Crikey! ain't life grand?
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She is amazing and people like her are amazing but why do we need heros to inspire us? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Miszou wrote: I have read the entire internet. on how boring his day was. Crikey! ain't life grand?
You're just picking for fights today aren't you :-D I really tried on the youth argument but it was a tough position to fight from ;P Very well here goes: People who are despondent(sp?) and down in life need people to look up to. To see that if you work hard you too can beat the odds. When you are on your own it's harder and people give up easier. Howzat? ;)
Despite the high cost of living, it remains popular. Build a man a fire, and he'll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he'll be warm for the rest of his life.
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She is amazing and people like her are amazing but why do we need heros to inspire us? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Miszou wrote: I have read the entire internet. on how boring his day was. Crikey! ain't life grand?
Paul Watson wrote: She is amazing and people like her are amazing but why do we need heros to inspire us? Because it feels good to know that there are more people like me out there. Regards, Rohit Sinha Meet Browsy
Do not wait for leaders; do it alone, person to person. - Mother Teresa
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... of human will and determination. Of the human spirit, proving how weak and powerless fate is against it. Once again. Full Story: Hyderabad, a city in south India, is witnessing another one of those sporting events - the Afro-Asian Games. Countries from both Asia and Africa are participating. And one of the countries participating is South Africa. And one of their teams is there to take part in the swimming events. And one of the swimmers is Natalie du Toit*. And one of her legs is... not there. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, this female used to be a cyclist. Two years ago, she lost a leg in a road accident. (I saw her in her swimming costume on TV this afternoon, she really does have only one leg. I mean the other one has been amputated at the thigh.) Now you can't be a cyclist if you have only one leg, can you? You need both your legs to pedal. Lesser people would have lost it, but not Natalie. She took up swimming and look where she is two years hence. She is here at the Afro Asian Games, representing her country. She is that good. She took fate by the horns and kicked it in the balls. There! You can't stop me, she said. Go Natalie! I draw my strength from people like you. You are a source of inspiration for me and countless others. :rose: I've said this before, and I say it again. As long as there are people like Natalie, like Mother Teresa, like those nuns who are running the child care centre in Baghdad, I don't need a god. Just thinking of these people not only sends a rush down my veins, but makes me stand up with renewed vigour and strength. They give me hope, they give me strength, they give me inspiration, they show me the path. They tell me how to live. Here's to the triumph of the human spirit. :beer: (pun unintended) * Thanks, Nic. :) Yes, I think that's the name, though I can't be sure, since the TV reporter just mentioned her name once or twice, and I don't know how to spell it, so sorry Natalie, but anyway. If one of our South Afican friends would please tell me her full name and spelling, I'll make the corrections. Regards, Rohit Sinha Meet Browsy
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Paul Watson wrote: She is amazing and people like her are amazing but why do we need heros to inspire us? Because it feels good to know that there are more people like me out there. Regards, Rohit Sinha Meet Browsy
Do not wait for leaders; do it alone, person to person. - Mother Teresa
:laugh: pssstt, that was a tongue in cheek reply, right? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Miszou wrote: I have read the entire internet. on how boring his day was. Crikey! ain't life grand?
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:laugh: pssstt, that was a tongue in cheek reply, right? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Miszou wrote: I have read the entire internet. on how boring his day was. Crikey! ain't life grand?
:-D What do you think? Regards, Rohit Sinha Meet Browsy
Do not wait for leaders; do it alone, person to person. - Mother Teresa
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Oh ya I almost forgot :-O Her full name is Natalie du Toit.
Despite the high cost of living, it remains popular. Build a man a fire, and he'll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he'll be warm for the rest of his life.
Thanks. :cool: Regards, Rohit Sinha Meet Browsy
Do not wait for leaders; do it alone, person to person. - Mother Teresa
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:-D What do you think? Regards, Rohit Sinha Meet Browsy
Do not wait for leaders; do it alone, person to person. - Mother Teresa
*sigh* What I feared. Rohit, when did you loose your one leg? :rolleyes: regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Miszou wrote: I have read the entire internet. on how boring his day was. Crikey! ain't life grand?
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Paul Watson wrote: She is amazing and people like her are amazing but why do we need heros to inspire us? Because it feels good to know that there are more people like me out there. Regards, Rohit Sinha Meet Browsy
Do not wait for leaders; do it alone, person to person. - Mother Teresa
I would rather have an inspiration to follow than watch the news or us soap operas and feel good because of how lousy others have it. I will complain about having to use a 28.8 modem though :) "For as long as I can remember, I have had memories. Colin Mochrie."
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... of human will and determination. Of the human spirit, proving how weak and powerless fate is against it. Once again. Full Story: Hyderabad, a city in south India, is witnessing another one of those sporting events - the Afro-Asian Games. Countries from both Asia and Africa are participating. And one of the countries participating is South Africa. And one of their teams is there to take part in the swimming events. And one of the swimmers is Natalie du Toit*. And one of her legs is... not there. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, this female used to be a cyclist. Two years ago, she lost a leg in a road accident. (I saw her in her swimming costume on TV this afternoon, she really does have only one leg. I mean the other one has been amputated at the thigh.) Now you can't be a cyclist if you have only one leg, can you? You need both your legs to pedal. Lesser people would have lost it, but not Natalie. She took up swimming and look where she is two years hence. She is here at the Afro Asian Games, representing her country. She is that good. She took fate by the horns and kicked it in the balls. There! You can't stop me, she said. Go Natalie! I draw my strength from people like you. You are a source of inspiration for me and countless others. :rose: I've said this before, and I say it again. As long as there are people like Natalie, like Mother Teresa, like those nuns who are running the child care centre in Baghdad, I don't need a god. Just thinking of these people not only sends a rush down my veins, but makes me stand up with renewed vigour and strength. They give me hope, they give me strength, they give me inspiration, they show me the path. They tell me how to live. Here's to the triumph of the human spirit. :beer: (pun unintended) * Thanks, Nic. :) Yes, I think that's the name, though I can't be sure, since the TV reporter just mentioned her name once or twice, and I don't know how to spell it, so sorry Natalie, but anyway. If one of our South Afican friends would please tell me her full name and spelling, I'll make the corrections. Regards, Rohit Sinha Meet Browsy
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:cool:! At the last Athletism World Championchip in Paris, the organizers had the excellent idea to mix the standard competitions with handisport competitions, instead of separating the events. I wish we could see that systematically, for example for the next olympic games.
Silence Means Death Stand On Your Feet Inner Fear Your Worst Enemy
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You're just picking for fights today aren't you :-D I really tried on the youth argument but it was a tough position to fight from ;P Very well here goes: People who are despondent(sp?) and down in life need people to look up to. To see that if you work hard you too can beat the odds. When you are on your own it's harder and people give up easier. Howzat? ;)
Despite the high cost of living, it remains popular. Build a man a fire, and he'll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he'll be warm for the rest of his life.
hehe, I don't pick fights, much. Anyway I did not even say which side of the fence I stand on this one. Which side do you think I stand on and why? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Miszou wrote: I have read the entire internet. on how boring his day was. Crikey! ain't life grand?
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hehe, I don't pick fights, much. Anyway I did not even say which side of the fence I stand on this one. Which side do you think I stand on and why? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Miszou wrote: I have read the entire internet. on how boring his day was. Crikey! ain't life grand?
Paul Watson wrote: Anyway I did not even say which side of the fence I stand on this one It doesn't matter... As long as I can stand on the other side and throw things :-D Paul Watson wrote: Which side do you think I stand on and why Egads! Reminds me of the old English Lit exams :~
Despite the high cost of living, it remains popular. Build a man a fire, and he'll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he'll be warm for the rest of his life.
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*sigh* What I feared. Rohit, when did you loose your one leg? :rolleyes: regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Miszou wrote: I have read the entire internet. on how boring his day was. Crikey! ain't life grand?
It happened one dark and stormy night, when I was driving drunk on the G. T. Road. But that's another story for another thread. :rolleyes: Regards, Rohit Sinha Meet Browsy
Do not wait for leaders; do it alone, person to person. - Mother Teresa
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*sigh* What I feared. Rohit, when did you loose your one leg? :rolleyes: regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Miszou wrote: I have read the entire internet. on how boring his day was. Crikey! ain't life grand?
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Confucius ask; How does a man with one leg make love? Skew. :rolleyes: I am sure when they amputate a leg they do their best to miss the boys. Hard enough chasing woman with two legs, never mind one and no tackle. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Miszou wrote: I have read the entire internet. on how boring his day was. Crikey! ain't life grand?
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She is amazing and people like her are amazing but why do we need heros to inspire us? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Miszou wrote: I have read the entire internet. on how boring his day was. Crikey! ain't life grand?
For those who can motivate themselves heroes are a reminder of what it is they themselves are striving for. For those who struggle to be motivated heroes often spark something inside them. Get them moving in the right direction. For the unfortunate unmotivated, heroes provide great stories of the unachievable, or at worst maybe are good for a few sad jokes.
"The beat goes on.. da-da-dum dadum dum"
BW
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For those who can motivate themselves heroes are a reminder of what it is they themselves are striving for. For those who struggle to be motivated heroes often spark something inside them. Get them moving in the right direction. For the unfortunate unmotivated, heroes provide great stories of the unachievable, or at worst maybe are good for a few sad jokes.
"The beat goes on.. da-da-dum dadum dum"
BW
Nice one brian, I like that. Just the voodoo that makes me happy. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Miszou wrote: I have read the entire internet. on how boring his day was. Crikey! ain't life grand?