Bonjour Bogdan et al,

This is very apt. I've just had an "argument" with my son, who doesn't like the fact that I don't do things just because "that's the way it is."

I didn't use GB Shaw's exact words, of course, but the gist of what I said was along with

The people who get on in this world are the people who get up and look for the circumstances they want, and if they can't find them, make them.

People have to act and take the steps in the direction they want to go in and be responsible for those actions.

Sometimes those actions or trials will not work out, but one has to take the slap in the face and try again.

The more action there is, the more reaction there will be.

Positve actions instead of negative moans are what the doctor orders.

Angel cuddles,

Sarah

Thanks Bogdan

Right On, George !

KEEP ON KEEPING ON  :-)

Sam

True words.

BUT! (yup, there's a but).

There are TWO kinds of circumstances.  Those we can control (which the statement, and this thread, refers to). AND. Those beyond our control.

If Oprah hadn't decided to build that school in Africa for those gifted kids to become leaders, what "circumstances" could those kids have changed on their own?  It's often others, at time Governments, that can change "circumstances" that by oneself one can not.

Or, in more relatable terms for people here.  Hilliary Clinton may not become the next President of the United States because of the "circumstances" of a very viable African American man running against her, the first very viable woman to seek that office.  A "circumstance", entirely beyond her control, and one she must deal with as best she can.

Just my thoughts on the subject.

Gunther G.

Here's my contribution. The one I use daily rather than "complaining".