Mike Pouraryan

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Thought 4 the Week: GOP Needs Divine Intervention

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Jan 12, 2012, 2:22 am
I have been busy with new year business. The year has started as always as exciting as ever. As I write this, Mitt Romney has achieved frontrunner status and the race is pretty much beginning to take shape. But, the GOP continues its' effort by fighting the last battle that does not address th...
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Pete Gray's Story

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Dec 20, 2011, 1:04 am
Working on Winding Down The Year...I find it so strange how somehow I read a story (almost everyday) that inspires me to do better and do my utmost to reach out....Pete Gray's story is one such story that ie a true example for us all.....onward to 2012 w/all its' possiblities... Pete Gray’s Story...
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A Lot to Think About....

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Dec 18, 2011, 6:01 pm
Working on Winding Down 2011 and gearin' up for 2012 while listening to one of the best defenses of Islamic Culture.... 'via Blog this'
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YouTube U: The Power Of Stanford's Free Online Education | Co.Exist: World changing ideas and innovation

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Nov 11, 2011, 12:27 pm
Fascinating How Education is Changing.... YouTube U: The Power Of Stanford's Free Online Education | Co.Exist: World changing ideas and innovation: 'via Blog this'
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Zazie Je Suis Un Homme French & English Subtitles

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Nov 6, 2011, 2:07 am
Remembering...and understanding!!!
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What a Journey.....

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Sep 26, 2011, 5:16 pm
There is a lot to be thankful in our world. I began my journey when I started this on Blogger and then transformed this into a Personal Portal that has showcased some of my thoughts as I have been through the highs and lows. As I sit here in Memphis and thinking about the roadmap ahead, I can'...
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Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Commencement Address (with intro by President ...

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Aug 29, 2011, 1:55 am
It has been an interesting Month..I have truly lived up to the old Chinese Admonition that "may you live in interesting times". I have had to revisit and be reminded of many old beliefs....One such being Steve Jobs iconic speech at Stanford which I shared with my Social Network.... One must...
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V-Thought 4 the Week: Is Capitalism Doomed?

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Aug 22, 2011, 3:56 am
Gearing up 4 the new week..I worked thru this past weekend..and really fell off my chair on this..and did share it w/friends on Facebook...it is quite bothersome...A lot to think about as the minefields before us all is ever more disconcerting... Is Capitalism Doomed?
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Finding inspiration to be grateful

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Jun 28, 2011, 2:22 am
As I Am working thru to finish off the second quarter of 2011, I was grateful to see this article in the Register remembering and reflecting about what is right about our World despite all the challenges--I enjoyed the interview with her... Finding inspiration to be grateful
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John Wooden on true success | Video on TED.com

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Jun 26, 2011, 11:27 pm
Onward to the new Work Week!! May his soul rest in peace!!! John Wooden on true success | Video on TED.com
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Virtual Vendor Booths: Links to Resources

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Jun 24, 2011, 7:21 pm
"dropped in" the Online Teaching Conference--specifically interested in some of the vendors..some I knew already, like Flatworld Knowledge...this one a good one too!!! Never a dull moment!! Virtual Vendor Booths: Links to Resources: "◄ Previous activity"
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"My hope still is

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Jun 12, 2011, 10:20 pm
“My hope still is to leave the world a bit better than when I got here.” -Jim Henson
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Lord, make me an ins

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Jun 8, 2011, 12:25 am
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace, Where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy. - St. Francis of Assisi
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Lord, make me an ins

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Jun 8, 2011, 12:25 am
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace, Where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy. - St. Francis of Assisi
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Stefan Sagmeister: 7 rules for making more happiness | Video on TED.com

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Jun 6, 2011, 8:15 am
Gearing up 4 the New Week....Always looking for ways to be "more happy"...passed it on to my students and looking forward to a good week!!! Stefan Sagmeister: 7 rules for making more happiness | Video on TED.com
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Self-pity is our wor

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Jun 3, 2011, 2:22 am
Self-pity is our worst enemy and if we yield to it, we can never do anything wise in this world. - Helen Keller
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"If U lose hope,

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Jun 1, 2011, 6:44 am
“If U lose hope, somehow U lose the vitality that keeps life moving, U lose that courage 2 b , that quality that helps U go on in spite of it all.” Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Never succumb to the

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 30, 2011, 9:46 pm
Never succumb to the temptation of bitterness. - Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Gratitude is the bes

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 30, 2011, 3:43 am
Gratitude is the best attitude. ~Author Unknown
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Aranjuez

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 25, 2011, 3:58 am

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Herb Alpert and Lani Hall - I Feel You EPK

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 25, 2011, 3:48 am
I grew up w/the music of Herb Alpert...and I rediscovered him and began the lifelong love w/Jazz..and again remember as I continue w/the journey..it never gets old!!! The journey of self-discovery and rediscovery is never ending!!!
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Faith, indeed, has u

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 25, 2011, 12:50 am
Faith, indeed, has up 2 the present not been able 2 move real mountains . . But it can put mountains where there are none- Nietzsche
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2 go against the dom

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 23, 2011, 1:50 am
2 go against the dominant thinking of Ur friends, of most of the people U C every day, is perhaps the most difficult act of heroism you can perform. - Theodore H. White
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"To forgive is the

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 18, 2011, 2:17 pm
“To forgive is the highest, most beautiful form of love. In return, you will receive untold peace and happiness.” ~ Robert Muller
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Life must be lived a

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 17, 2011, 2:08 am
Life must be lived and curiosity kept alive. One must never, for whatever reason, turn his back on life. - Eleanor Roosevelt
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When one door of hap

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 15, 2011, 2:38 am
When one door of happiness closes, another opens, but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one that has been opened for us. - Helen Keller
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Diana Krall - Pick Yourself Up (Live)

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 14, 2011, 3:55 am
Got back from the road....a reminder to truly stay focused!!!
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World's business servers process 9.57 zettabyes a year

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 10, 2011, 2:06 pm
It will only get bigger..and IT's role becomes ever more critical!!!!!! World’s business servers process 9.57 zettabyes a year
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Guide Me O Thou Great Redeemer

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 9, 2011, 8:46 pm
On the Road 4 the Week...heard this Welsh Hymm at the Wedding of Prince William and now Duchess of Cambridge...the Words are such that has moved me to be reminded of the need to be guided by the remeder...
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Our task must be 2 w

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 8, 2011, 1:08 pm
Our task must be 2 widen our circle of compassion, 2 embrace all living creatures & the whole of nature in its beauty. Albert Einstein
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My the Almighty bles

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 6, 2011, 1:26 am
My the Almighty bless all Mothers who have made so much of a difference..Happy Mother's day to all...and hope that all enjoy these inspring stories: http://htxt.it/qxbF
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A ship in harbor is

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 5, 2011, 2:13 am
A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are for.- John A. Shedd
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If you wait to do ev

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - May 4, 2011, 2:36 am
If you wait to do everything until you're sure it's right, you'll probably never do much of anything. - Win Borden
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Martina McBride - In My Daughter's Eyes (LIVE)

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 29, 2011, 10:25 pm
As I wind down April 2011, I continue to view myself as being very blessed. By chance, I ran across this from Martina McBridge. This is probably one of the one most beautiful tunes I have heard. It is a wonderful tribute to all children..and for us to remember how blessed and precious they ar...
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Courage and persever

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 29, 2011, 4:34 pm
Courage and perseverance have a magical talisman, before which difficulties disappear & obstacles vanish into air. - John Quincy Adams http://htxt.it/1ume
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Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillat - Lucky (Video)

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 29, 2011, 4:19 pm
Despite all the on-going challenges and the "minefields", still a long to be thankful for..and yes, I'm lucky..and blessed..and blessed to have loved..and to look forward to all the possiblities!!
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never a dull moment.

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 27, 2011, 11:37 am
never a dull moment...finished off a new "voices" column: http://htxt.it/jXkH & a few new "write-ups" for "outsiders" @ http://htxt.it/OA2X
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Robert Fisk: The Terror of Power and the Power of Terror | National Radio Project

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 27, 2011, 12:21 am
I just released my first writeup for the Quarter in Outsiders as I listen to Robert Fisk. When will the world understand? Robert Fisk: The Terror of Power and the Power of Terror | National Radio Project
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Wishing everyone a H

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 22, 2011, 11:58 pm
Wishing everyone a Happy Easter & Also remembering “ Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart... ” Paul the Apostle Colossians 3:23
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"Blessed are those

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 21, 2011, 8:21 pm
“Blessed are those who can give without remembering and take without forgetting.”-Elizabeth Bibesco
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Four Yorkshiremen « Inspiration for your work & life

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 21, 2011, 2:44 am
Another interesting week....continuing to be hopeful..and yes "complainless...". The need to be always positive is ever more crucial....and we have to remember.... Four Yorkshiremen « Inspiration for your work & life
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Do not look for appr

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 21, 2011, 1:57 am
Do not look for approval except for the consciousness of doing your best. - Andrew Carnegie
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I don't think of all

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 20, 2011, 12:09 am
I don't think of all the misery but of the beauty that still remains. - Anne Frank
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evian baby inside - international version

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 19, 2011, 10:02 am
Starting the 2nd Day of a new initiative...shared this w/friends... Got to always remember to be optimsitic and keep the faith!!!
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Wake Up Everybody

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 19, 2011, 12:53 am

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Orwell Rolls in his Grave (Full 3HR Documentary)

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 17, 2011, 10:19 pm
It was a very interesting week of new business..and of course the highlight of it was the Spring Camping w/my Pack. I am back at work working on initiatives and gearing up for the new week, while watching Orwell rolls in his grave on LinkTV....bout to share it w/friends on my Social Network. ...
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I try 2 incorporate

Mike Pouraryan posted an article on - Apr 14, 2011, 2:15 am
I try 2 incorporate faith every day, 2 not remind myself of past failures, 2 learn 2 forgive & 2 trust the future-Venessa Williams
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