Monday, January 31, 2005

Man or Myth?

In America, if you work very hard, with enough determination and persistence, you can become anything you want.

Here is another myth: No matter how hard you work, no matter how much you persist, you'll never become what you want.

(excerpts from intro to Mythology -The D.C. Comic Art of Alex Ross, 2004 Pantheon Books)

This is a great book and a incredible visual story.

Wednesday, January 26, 2005

Be what you are

What do you want to be when you grow up? Jump into this fray link and enjoy a heroic reply. Can you dig it?

http://fray.com/hope/superpower/

Tuesday, January 25, 2005

worthwhile is WORTHWHILE !

The magazine about work with purpose passion and profit. Check out this sample from the premier issue and go find a copy.

This is mission possible reading for the reluctant hero...

www.worthwhilemag.com/currentissue/6steps.pdf


Monday, January 24, 2005

Greatest American Heroes
SuperVision is dedicated to every day heroes and those yet to discover their super powers--- the talents, gifts and fascinations inside all mortals. There are no lack of leaders capable of heroic feats of parenting, teaching, and sharing power with others.

One of my favorite Indiana heroes is Principal Pat Bolanos, who passed away after leading a team of visionary teachers, to create a hero-friendly K-12 school. This school in Indianapolis is a testimony to the optimism that is bubbling up more and more...

Check out the Key Learning Community website at http://www.616.ips.k12.in.us/Principal/default.aspx

When you arrive at the site you will find several other unique heroes if you point and click a bit.