Welcome to the ezine produced by SGI Buddhists that prompts the positive, kindles the constructive, highlights the hopeful and leaves you feeling - well, up!
Published on Sunday, 02 November 2008 19:00 | 
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Q: What did a Buddhist say to the hot dog vendor?
A: Make me one with everything.
Q: What did the hot dog vendor say when the Buddhist asked for his change?
A: Change comes from within.
Q: Why are there so few Buddhist rhythm and blues bands?
A: Because Buddhists don't have a soul.
Q: What does a Buddhist wish someone on their birthday?
A: Many happy returns.
Q: Why don't Buddhists vacuum in the corners?
A: Because they have no attachments.
And now for Church Jokes...
Published on Sunday, 02 November 2008 01:06 | | |
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When Samantha Weinberg decided to not buy anything for a whole year unless it was strictly necessary, she found it frustrating but uplifting.
Buying less, she discovered, is not just good for your wallet - it’s good for the planet too.
Published on Friday, 31 October 2008 19:00 | |
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Although he denies it, I’m pretty sure my dad’s an alcoholic.
My mum’s a nurse and works nights so she doesn’t get to see how much he’s drinking. She’s also a Methodist and she doesn’t like drink. They argue a lot. I love them both but I get on better with my dad than with her, so I don’t want to snitch on him, but I’m worried he might get a liver disease or something. It’s my gap year and I was planning to go travelling, but I’m worried about what might happen to them when I’m away.
Published on Thursday, 30 October 2008 19:00 | | |
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Not all stars are hooked only on the bright lights and the latest look. Some of them are using their celebrity to draw attention to the plight of others, says Geraldine Royds
George Clooney. Hollywood Star. Award winning actor, director and screenwriter. Twice voted Sexiest Man Alive. Famous for his close friendships and his bachelor pad in Italy.
But there is a less familiar side to Mr Clooney. Human Rights advocate. United Nations Messenger of Peace, Nobel Peace Summit Award recipient and co-founder of 'Not on Our Watch',a focus group drawing attention to atrocities around the world.
Published on Wednesday, 29 October 2008 19:00 | | |
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It’s that time of year when people start to sniff and sneeze, as colds and winter chills make the rounds in families, workplaces and schools.
The average adult is likely to catch two to five colds a year, with children and young babies being even more susceptible. Professor Ron Eccles, Director of the Common Cold Research Centre at Cardiff University, gives some helpful thoughts and information on how to reduce our chances of being laid low.
Published on Tuesday, 28 October 2008 19:00 | | |
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What do you get when you cross Victor Hugo with the US presidential election? Time for change? Or maybe a revolution...
Published on Monday, 27 October 2008 19:00 | | |
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As Mark Twain might have said, reports of Earth's death have been greatly exaggerated.
Full story here.