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Happy Monday!
When we all woke up this Monday morning, sighs of disappointment could be heard from all around the world. But what can we do?
For such an occasion, I have decided to shine a spotlight on a particularly gifted public speaker and motivator to help us all in this day after the fun, relaxing weekend.
(And remember, there are 7 days in a week!)
Get Your 7 Different Kinds of Smoke Ready for an Inspired Week!
The Talented Mr. Shakespeare
The future leaders of this country are entering their respective schools for a new year filled with inquisitive minds, a thirst for knowledge and the hope of walking into at least one classroom with a teacher who will open their eyes to new horizons. With any luck, this teacher will provide a perspective perhaps no other teacher ever has…ever.
I wish all of you good luck in the new school year that will surely be defined by a myriad of scholarly insights and achievements!
I had no idea William Shakespeare loved chocolate enough to write an entire play about it…I suppose it’s true you learn something new everyday!
P.S. On a more serious note, consider the following quote for inspiration:
It is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves
—William Shakespeare
And Action!
Superman is the greatest superhero in history.
This entry will focus on the latter portion of this statement because as the 2013 cinematic version of the, “man of steel” is only days away from re-entering Earth’s atmosphere and psyche, understanding where this inspirational icon has come from is critical to appreciating where he is today.
About 63 years ago, George Reeves entertained television audiences with his clean-cut image of Superman. Then, the world in 1978 saw Christopher Reeve prove to be definitively everything Clark Kent/Superman to movie audiences of all ages. A couple more actors since have added their personalities to this character and this Friday British actor Henry Cavill will be debuting his take to the public.
Below is a collection of clips from a Superman documentary, tracking the television and movie actors up to Christopher Reeve look-alike Brandon Routh in 2006s, “Superman Returns.” It’s remarkable to see how one character from a comic book published 75 years ago has changed and sustained decade after decade after decade to bring rejuvenated hope to the people of Earth.
With, “Man of Steel” about to premiere to the worldwide audiences, watch the short video and reminisce on all things Superman. All the while, ask yourself if you think this superhero is trending in the right direction.
And also watch a trailer for, “Man of Steel” again and compare and contrast what George Reeves and his television show did in the 1950s to what Warner Bros. is doing today in 2013.
Super indeed!
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