Starfish Story
Posted at 11:55 PM on February 1, 2008 by StarfishInc
The Starfish Story (Original Story by: Loren Eisley) One day a man was walking along the beach when he noticed a boy picking something up and gently throwing it into the ocean. Approaching the boy, he asked, What are you doing? The youth replied, Throwing starfish back into the ocean. The surf is up and the tide is going out. If I dont throw them back, theyll die. Son, the man said, dont you realize there are miles and miles of beach and hundreds of starfish? You cant make a difference! After listening politely, the boy bent down, picked up another starfish, and threw it back into the surf. Then, smiling at the man, he said I made a difference for that one. This story reminds us that each of us has been gifted with the ability to make a difference in the world. When we can become aware of that gift, we gain strength through our visions and develop the power to shape the future. We must each find our starfish. And if we throw our stars wisely... Read More »
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| Name: | CoCo Graham |
| Gender: | Female |
| Date of Birth: | April 15, 1972 |
| City: | Sacramento |
| State: | California |
| Country: | United States |
| Hometown: | Coco - Bay Area, Izreal - NYC |
| About Me: | First off, I'm a lover of Jesus Christ! I'm also a wife and mom and love both roles. I truly love my hubby and my 2 girls and can't imagine anything better!! I think they're the greatest and I'm the luckiest woman alive. I love being a helpmate to my husband, Izreal, as we pursue what God has called us to do. Ministering with him is an amazing priviledge. I love working with kids and am blessed to get to do so everyday. I am in the process of writing an inspirational/testimonial book for young women. I hope to one day write inspirational fiction books and curriculum related to character education and diversity. I just recently discovered that I really LOVE working out. I LOVE pushing heavy weights in the gym and seeing my muscles GROW - it's such an empowering feeling! I recently competed in my first figure competition - March 2007. My goal is to continue to outdo the naysayers. ON THE BUSINESS SIDE - I am an inspirational and motivational speaker and educational consultant. I conduct education workshops on topics such as: education and equity, diversity, working with special populations, and leadership. In ministry, I have been asked to speak on the following: Supporting your spouse in the music industry, Positioning yourself to fulfill your purpose, Being separate, unique and whole, Strategies for success, etc. Most often though, I share my testimony with teens and adults to encourage and inspire them in their walk of faith. My husband, Izreal, is a Gospel Hip Hop artist. He has toured all over the country ministering to teens and young adults, inside and outside of the church. He was featured on the Grammy nominated album, Holy Hip Hop vol. 1 and has released 3 independent projects, "The Focus", "The Standard" and "Izreality TV". His website is: www.myspace.com/izfocused. It is an awesome experience being partners in marriage and in ministry. |
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