Comments on: Thoughts on The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch

By: Debbie Stevens

Debbie Stevens — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:44:23 +0000

Debbie,

This post really touched me, it actually brought tears to my eyes. My husband died 15 months ago, unexpectedly of a heart attack. He had just turned 49.

We truly cannot change the hand we are dealt, just how we play the hand. That’s so true. I have learned in the past few months, that I can choose to get up and get one with life. There are still a lot of adventures out there for me and I intend to find them.

I can’t wait to read the book! Thanks again.
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By: Darlene Davis

Darlene Davis — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 03:09:15 +0000

Debbie, Randy was on the Oprah Show shortly before he died. Although he left me crying, his message is still ringing in my mind. What a powerful way to live … and die.

It is sadly true that there are many people who fail to LIVE. Each and every day is a blessing to be cherished. I was reminded of that again today. My son was in a 4-car pile up this morning during rush hour traffic. While his truck was totaled, he walked away with a major whiplash.

Thanks for reminding me of The Last Lecture. I’m going to share it with my son:)
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By: Debby Beachy

Debby Beachy — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:53:54 +0000

Hi Debbie
I followed Randy as he would appear on TV shows. At times it was hard to watch, my father died when I was young and left mom to raise my brother and I. As a child sickness and death was very scary I didn’t understand it at all.

What Randy gave his family and thousands of others was hope. His children will always remember his courage and strength, what a wonderful gift in such a hard time. I put his book on the list.
Thanks for sharing for your heart!
Debby Beachy

By: Debbie

Debbie — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 13:53:30 +0000

Thanks Lynn, I think that was the biggest thing I took away, that we all need to live like we’re living. Some folks seem to give up too soon and it’s sad. This was a great man and I really enjoyed learning about his amazing attitude on life! It’s too bad it was cut short, but I just believe he was needed somewhere else and now he’s doing great things there

By: Lynn Glaser

Lynn Glaser — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:07:16 +0000

Hi Debbie,

Great summary of Randy’s work, I have seen the video but I have not read the book, I think I’ll have to get a copy now. He lived like he was living not like he was dying, I’m glad you pointed that out, there’s a real difference.

You often hear people say what would you do if failure, fear or money was not a problem, perhaps we need to add to that what would you do if you had 3-6 months left to live to really get the message through.

He really made a difference and made a lot of people think about their own situation. Thanks for the great post.

Cheers,
Lynn
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By: Debbie

Debbie — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 19:33:42 +0000

Yep, that really is the key. The actual lecture is really motivating also. He was a great man!

By: Jackie Ulmer

Jackie Ulmer — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 14:33:49 +0000

I loved this book. IT does make you think! The key is to read it, get inspired and remain in the mode of awareness! I work on that constantly.
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By: Edward

Edward — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:20:15 +0000

WOW Debbie, Thanks for a wonderful post! What an amazing man that we can all learn from. The Tim McGraw song is amazing. I heard that at a retreat weekend one time and it has stuck with me ever since. We all need to live each day!
Thanks again for your great insights.
Make it a great day!
God Bless,
-ed

By: Kia Buford

Kia Buford — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:03:34 +0000

Debbie this was an excellent post. I could only imagine how inspirational the book is just from you writing this great post. I plan on getting the book tomorrow. I can’t wait.
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By: Debbie

Debbie — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 22:31:26 +0000

Hey Clifton, thanks for your comment. When I listened to the Last Lecture I was as rivited as when I read the book. What an amazing man! We could all take a lessen from him on how to live our lives.