What Does it Mean Anyway? "Free to Fly"...
Well, it's like this: Here are some of the Webster's Dictionary definitions of Free:
a : having the legal and political rights of a citizen b : enjoying civil and political liberty c : enjoying political independence or freedom from outside domination d : enjoying personal freedom : not subject to the control or domination of another2 a : not determined by anything beyond its own nature or being : choosing or capable of choosing for itself...having a scope not restricted by qualification 7 a : not obstructed, restricted, or impeded ...Now, here are some of the Webster's Dictionary definitions of Fly:
1 a : to move in or pass through the air with wings b : to move through the air or before the wind or through outer space c : to float, wave, or soar in the air ... a : to take flight ...6 : to work successfully ...Examples which apply from Websters:
fly high : to be elated - fly in the face of or fly in the teeth of : to stand or act forthrightly or brazenly in defiance or contradiction of What does this mean in my life? This means that in life we are meant to be free. While historically mankind has not always enjoyed the opportunity to fully appreciate what that means, we are so indescribably fortunate as to live in a time of the greatest spiritual, physical, financial and political freedom ever known. Freedom doesn't come cheap, nor does it come easy. But the best things in life don't come that way do they? As I write this I am struck by how this sounds like a political statement, and for me this is much more of a spiritual thing, but, same goes for that (political that is). Freedom doesn't come easy. And it's worth whatever fight you have to make to overcome in your life in order to live a life that succeeds. Now the questions is - what is success for you? What is your standard? In my mind what is needed is a definite target - because you can't hit and maintain a moving target. A stable, rock-solid, anchor with no variable, yet multi-faceted. Something pure, just and worthy. If you look at any web page of news you can see that our society is certainly lacking in this area. What a great time to live as a rebel! Nowadays to be a rebel, all you have to do is be willing to engage in the battle of life, while anchored to Christ!
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You Are a Comma
You are open minded and extremely optimistic.
You enjoy almost all facets of life. You can find the good in almost anything.
You keep yourself busy with tons of friends, activities, and interests.
You find it hard to turn down an opportunity, even if you are pressed for time.
Your friends find you fascinating, charming, and easy to talk to.
(But with so many competing interests, you friends do feel like you hardly have time for them.)
You excel in: Inspiring people
You get along best with: The Question Mark
That was a good one. I would have never tried to figure out what sort of punctuation mark I am!
Any way, I got:
You Are a Colon
You are very orderly and fact driven.
You aren't concerned much with theories or dreams... only what's true or untrue.
You are brilliant and incredibly learned. Anything you know is well researched.
You like to make lists and sort through things step by step. You aren't subject to whim or emotions.
Your friends see you as a constant source of knowledge and advice.
(But they are a little sick of you being right all of the time!)
You excel in: Leadership positions
You get along best with: The Semi-Colon
Blessings!
I was an exclamation point. No shocker there!
Love the new header!
And I am an exclamation point.
I am a question mark also. Interesting.
This was so funny......and I totally got a kick out of it!! I am an explanation point...to know surprise!! SEE all my !!!!! =) hee hee!!
Denise, I am amazed how on target this one seems to be for all of you! At least as far as I have been fortunate to get to know you all! Cool results!
Regina, this really does suit the impression I have of you! Pretty cool fun, huh?! Thanks for playing!
Leslie, No kidding, right?! Could it have been anything else?!!! :)
Sharon, thanks! Photobucket has this spanking brand-new editing software that is really easy to use & cool! Exclamation point, huh?! Fun! I coulda guessed that!
Carole, hey! Welcome to the club! :) A life of learning! It's part of what we are here for!
Nicki! Again, I coulda guessed that I bet!
It's almost the weekend you all! Hang in there!
xoxox,
Maria
Well that made sense--I am a comma.
;) No surprises that we get along!
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Julie
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