A German, A Frenchman, and A Turk

3 astronauts were about to head off to the moon. 

At the pre-flight press conference they were asked what was the key thing they would do to help themselves deal with the challenges of being in such a remote place.

The German said, "I will drink beer."

To which the Frenchman added, "I'll drink wine."

When asked, the Turk said, "I'll smoke a cigarette."

3 months later upon their return to planet Earth, the horde of press again gathered to see what had happened.

The German and Frenchmen were completely drunk.

The Turk, on the other hand, was visibly shaking. He held up his trembling hand and said, "Quick, give me a lighter!"

[From my lovely wife]

A Call to Action - Bir Eyleme Çağrı - En Upprop För Handling

"How many of you have had a lollipop moment? A moment when someone said something or did something that you feel fundamentally made your life better."

"How many of you have told that person they did it?"

Drew Dudley - Everyday Leadership (TED)

I'm proud to say that, by-and-large, I do thank people and tell them the profound affect they have or have had on my life.

Having said that it doesn't hurt to keep it fresh.

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Noelene and Karen are two dear friends who have had a life changing impact on my life. Through our friendships I've learnt and loved. I know they will always be there for me and that gives me immeasurable security and peace of mind.

In fact, even though we are separated by 10,662 miles they still have an immense presence in my life. Because of them I am able to live the life I am living now. 

Noelene and Karen: thank you