I am a government employee. I don't talk about it much because I don't blog about work much. But it does impact this blog. Since I work for the Feds I cannot write about whatever I want on this blog. I give up a little of my freedom of speech in exchange for my paycheck. There is this thing called the Hatch Act that prevents me from writing about politics in a way that endorses particular candidates. This really is not a problem because I do not want to write about politics anyway. However, when I heard Donald Trumps remarks about not allowing Muslims in the country I felt sickened and angry. I am not a Muslim. I am a Christian. But I do not believe in condemning a whole group of people because of the actions of a minority of the group. No matter how disgraceful the actions. I also believe Trump's plan is a slippery slope. Who's next Jews, Catholics, etc???
So given my feelings, my constraints, and the theme of this blog I felt the best way use Chasing Joy today was by sharing some joyful quotes, words of wisdom, from Muslims.
"You learn how to take care of people from the women in your life." ~ Mehmet OzNot one faith has a monopoly on words of wisdom. Don't you love a good quote?
"A lot of folks believe their best years are behind them. But I want Americans to recognize that's not true." ~ Mehmet Oz
“Make the driving force in your life love.” ~ Mehmet Oz
"He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life." ~ Muhammad Ali
"I don't have to be what you want me to be." ~ Muhammad Ali
"What keeps me going is goals." ~ Muhammad Ali
"Keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars." ~ Casey Kasem
"Always be consistent." ~ Casey Kasem
"Success doesn't happen in a vacuum. You're only as good as the people you work with and the people you work for." ~ Casey Kasem
"We must tell girls their voices are important." ~ Malala Yousafzai
"It is very important to know who you are. To make decisions. To show who you are." ~ Malala Yousafzai
"I think I have a right to live my life the way I like." ~ Malala Yousafzai
