tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post2547801117039507281..comments2023-07-15T06:28:21.988-06:00Comments on Dragon on a Mission: You Have Many Talents...Al Diazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08107619009321980764noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-16709489090421200332014-03-14T03:24:47.542-06:002014-03-14T03:24:47.542-06:00Aloha Al,
I'm Papa to three boys - and while ...Aloha Al,<br /><br />I'm Papa to three boys - and while they are all still very young - I am so supportive of whatever they find and like/love. I don't care if they are dancers. electricians or garbage disposal technicians, I just want THEM to be happy with THEIR choice :)<br /><br />Thanks for sharing and hope that Mrs. D is feeling better!<br /><br />Love ya, ,my brother from anotha mother :)Mark Koopmanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03634424953074803816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-69974045274046153842014-03-14T03:17:56.302-06:002014-03-14T03:17:56.302-06:00The Yaysayers!!!! I LOVE it :)The Yaysayers!!!! I LOVE it :)Mark Koopmanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03634424953074803816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-61874299132737675442014-03-13T13:30:04.167-06:002014-03-13T13:30:04.167-06:00It's so important to encourage children even i...It's so important to encourage children even if it seems hopeless. That's the only gift I want to give my two boys.Maurice Mitchellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15338165486757095191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-34086417682609146802014-03-11T22:38:35.313-06:002014-03-11T22:38:35.313-06:00You pretty much nailed my high school life. Many s...You pretty much nailed my high school life. Many sides kept telling me I wasn't good enough for this or that, but I kept trying this and that until I discovered writing and stuck with it. Stick with it long enough and be curious to what the naysayers have to say about you now.<br /><br />Keep doing what you love, Sir Dragon! :)David P. Kinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17259276981865439853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-73514963608991122822014-03-10T10:51:00.452-06:002014-03-10T10:51:00.452-06:00I think you are 100% right. I ask myself often, wh...I think you are 100% right. I ask myself often, why am I doing this? And the answer is I love to do it. Even if it was never anything more than a hobby, it brings my soul joy...and isn't that priceless?<br /><br />Already a blitz team member. It is a great way to show people love!<br /><br />Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-36764844360232599882014-03-09T04:35:26.691-06:002014-03-09T04:35:26.691-06:00Hi Al .. I quite agree there's way too much ne...Hi Al .. I quite agree there's way too much negativity about ... give everything a go - believe in yourself ... and let your talent shine through .. touching others - helping others - guiding others - setting examples ... Wonderful post ... cheers HilaryHilary Melton-Butcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-61490614125113795622014-03-08T20:58:19.747-06:002014-03-08T20:58:19.747-06:00Al, I know exactly what you mean. When I was a kid...Al, I know exactly what you mean. When I was a kid I used to love to draw comic strips. I'll never forget telling my dad that I planned on being a cartoonist when I grew up and he told me "I don't think you have the talent for that." That about broke my young heart and it wasn't until years later that I figured out he was trying to steer me in a more stable direction, vocation-wise. Granted, it was a very callous way of trying to "help" me and, to this day, I've never forgotten that.<br /><br />The lesson I learned from that, though, was exactly what you said here...."Never be a dream killer". <br /><br />Very well said and I hope life has been treating you well.Mark Meanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08029920604932980141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-9078159806571797242014-03-07T20:25:16.883-06:002014-03-07T20:25:16.883-06:00I know that scene from Despicable Me well. The onl...I know that scene from Despicable Me well. The only thing my parents encouraged me to be was like them, and I was not at all like them. I will always encourage people's dreams. As a mom now, when I see something my son is passionate about, I encourage it and love it with him. Hugs to you and yay for the Blog Blitz! :)Christine Rainshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08263694662585963900noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-55441494753868031732014-03-07T19:02:31.231-06:002014-03-07T19:02:31.231-06:00Greetings Al,
You know of your talents. Talents ...Greetings Al,<br /><br />You know of your talents. Talents to be cherished. We surround ourselves, as best we can, with those who encourage rather than discourage. My family is barely aware of my blog and that's sad. However, I rejoice within this community and it keeps me going.<br /><br />Remember, to hell with the naysayers and embrace the "yaysayers"!<br /><br />Hugs, hopes and smiles,<br /><br />Your friend,<br /><br />Gary :)klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-6741635428442516242014-03-07T18:53:32.086-06:002014-03-07T18:53:32.086-06:00Bolitas to you, Al. You are so right. I was brough...Bolitas to you, Al. You are so right. I was brought up in a dream-killing atmosphere, never encouraged to explore my heart. It's very wrong to do that to children and I did my best with my own to help them dream what was in their hearts.<br /><br />I remember Jeffrey's Blitz. So much love there. :)River Fairchildhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15374958276717316437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-23307916846825339482014-03-07T15:26:27.524-06:002014-03-07T15:26:27.524-06:00Wonderful post, Al. Personally, I like to focus on...Wonderful post, Al. Personally, I like to focus on positive people and energy more times than not. Life is too short. Interest, talent or passion - it will all come to naught, if we don't at least try. And oftentimes, interests and talents become passions, once we get the hang of something. We need to be open to possibility, and never let anyone define who we are or bring us down. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-57709248777169039382014-03-07T14:35:42.925-06:002014-03-07T14:35:42.925-06:00Oh Al, such profound words...
I'm sorry that ...Oh Al, such profound words... <br />I'm sorry that people have said mean things to you. There is enough negativity in this world, so why be a dream killer? I believe it's important to encourage and uplift others. <br />I'm looking forward to the next installment of Lord Of The Clones.<br />Hope Mother Dragon's paw is on the mend... and she feels better soon...<br />And the Blog Blitz is a wonderful initiative!<br />Take care. Stay positive. <br />I'm sending special Ubuntu-filled hugs all the way from my corner of the globe-------------((((( HUGS)))))----------<br /><a href="http://writer-in-transit.co.za/" rel="nofollow">Writer In Transit</a><br />Michelle Wallacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02750092836481599870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-15234830727209552182014-03-07T14:11:19.948-06:002014-03-07T14:11:19.948-06:00With advanced age often comes the wisdom we need t...With advanced age often comes the wisdom we need to rise above those of small vision and mercantile hearts. Thank heavens you've succeeded, but then I always believe in dragons and their ability to soar.cleemckenziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15456109243453726483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-51606954762064175202014-03-06T22:17:39.459-06:002014-03-06T22:17:39.459-06:00I'm gonna be that extra armor for you. I think...I'm gonna be that extra armor for you. I think you have many talents, dreams, and passions. And you deserve to have them and see them through - like the dwarves do my window. Big hugs and a dragon lick!!!Tammy Theriaulthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13128574900510175415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-14630198588300436552014-03-06T20:56:54.607-06:002014-03-06T20:56:54.607-06:00Sometimes people disregard talent looking for &quo...Sometimes people disregard talent looking for "marketable skills". It's sad because developing and following where those talents lead will almost always lead to a more fulfilling life.LD Mastersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01202135756299574972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-63425134770804002242014-03-06T04:27:57.309-06:002014-03-06T04:27:57.309-06:00I love this! It's the kind of post that needs...I love this! It's the kind of post that needs to be bookmarked and read again when doubt and insecurity make us feel unworthy, unloved, and unnecessary.<br />Your points about not being a dream killer are well made. I can't imagine doing that to anyone, let alone a child.<br />I'm sorry Mrs. Dragon got hurt. Please give her my best.<br />Don't worry, I'll leave the dwarf feeding to you ;-)<br />I'm glad you're giving hugs again, and that you seem to have re-awakened your passion(s). Your comparison to marriage is a good one!<br />Tina @ <a href="http://kmdlifeisgood.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Life is Good</a><br />A to Z Team @ <a href="http://www.a-to-zchallenge.com" rel="nofollow">Blogging From A to Z April Challenge 2014</a><br />Co-hosting the IWSGTinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08925730745204736744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-44493733165876532282014-03-06T00:34:03.958-06:002014-03-06T00:34:03.958-06:00Excellent post! It's so important to remember...Excellent post! It's so important to remember that our words have power. I try not to discourage people, but I'm sure I've done it before--I'm only human, not a dragon.<br /><br />Hugs back to you!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00700737187405826842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-5885315109526746822014-03-05T23:32:30.694-06:002014-03-05T23:32:30.694-06:00Not sure how anyone can have too many talents. An...Not sure how anyone can have too many talents. And talents are our greatest gifts. There's practical thinking and there's nothing wrong with that for those who want that. Dreamers are special. If we don't pursue those dreams for which we have passion, then there is no chance for those dreams to bear fruit and see success. Success can be measured in many ways.<br /><br />Lee <br />An A to Z Co-Host <br /><a href="http://tossingitout.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Tossing It Out</a><br />Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-80309099358694997812014-03-05T19:15:16.686-06:002014-03-05T19:15:16.686-06:00Not everything of value and importance can be meas...Not everything of value and importance can be measured in dollars and pounds and pesos. <br /><br />Tell Mother Dragon that there is a knight living north of her wishing her speedy and complete healing.<br /><br />Glad to see a plug for the Blitz Team. I still think on that day when the blitz came so unexpectedly. Those who blitzed me can never know what a blessing they were on that otherwise painful day. I have the post and all 200+ comments printed, laminated and in a memorial book for Myra. It is truly a treasure.Jeff Hargetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14198367021884647821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-15956501178569637932014-03-05T18:44:15.067-06:002014-03-05T18:44:15.067-06:00Sadly the dream killers in my life were those clos...Sadly the dream killers in my life were those closest to me. I was surprised to get more supportive response about my intention to write from strangers than those closest to me. But I'm still going and the naysayers have at least accepted that I won;t stop. Money doesn't equal happiness. There are miserable successful people out there and I don't want to be one of them. Thanks for the advice Father Dragon.Sheena-kay Grahamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17712661419116636671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-33664725549033789982014-03-05T15:43:31.526-06:002014-03-05T15:43:31.526-06:00People make the mistake of judging their level of ...People make the mistake of judging their level of happiness by how much money they have in the bank. Many achieve success and money and are very unhappy. Chase your dreams and be happy, Al. :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735576044552810103noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-13406544711041551032014-03-05T15:31:12.224-06:002014-03-05T15:31:12.224-06:00Dream Crushers - I grew up with one. I lived with ...Dream Crushers - I grew up with one. I lived with her every day for 17 years. My skin became very thick but every now and then her voice still rings in my head. But that Novel I started a year ago will be finished in a few months and from there several more are waiting. <br /><br />This is an excellent post - I wish every new author / aspiring artist could read it daily.MAJKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16945943275324469134noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-37386138873397409002014-03-05T14:15:24.836-06:002014-03-05T14:15:24.836-06:00Al, I've given this topic a lot of thought, bo...Al, I've given this topic a lot of thought, both as a recipient of that "realistic" advice that tells you your dreams can't be how you make a living and as a parent. My daughter loves to sing. It truly is her passion. She is off to college next year to study music. Practical? I don't know. But she loves it and she has to find her way to her passion and life. She won't live on the streets, of that I'm sure. How she makes it work? Well, that is the dream she must unfold. I will just cheer her along. I wish I'd had a bit more of that in my life. Hugs-- isn't it wonderful we were given such unique gifts?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00741349796538313075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-84732214734921023192014-03-05T11:09:21.399-06:002014-03-05T11:09:21.399-06:00I'm sorry people said things that hurt you. :(...I'm sorry people said things that hurt you. :(<br /><br />I guess I'm lucky in that I have a paying job with work hours that allow me to pursue my passion and still put food on the table and keep a roof over our heads. Finding a balance between passion and responsibility is tough.Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08516493326566981116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6020099647940696614.post-27208474894178034672014-03-05T11:08:01.624-06:002014-03-05T11:08:01.624-06:00Your words spoke volumes to me today my wise drago...Your words spoke volumes to me today my wise dragon friend. We can wait too long to do what truly makes us happy. <br />The blitz is a wonderful initiative, I encourage anyone to join in.<br />Sorry about Mother Dragon's paw - hope it is on the mend.Suzanne Furnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00908200156114453054noreply@blogger.com