Wednesday, December 29, 2010

People always tell me, "Do your best!" But sometimes I'd rather goof off.
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22 comments:

  1. PhotodictionDecember 29, 2010 at 10:13 AM

    We all need a rest sometime. Getting re-charged often leads us to be better at what we do.

    And 'goofing off' sometimes leads to new ideas.

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  2. FrankDecember 29, 2010 at 11:21 AM

    'Goofing off' is what I consider creative time. Creative time is work in a different form. It is time when the mind is free to work on things it wants to. Sometimes the mind calls a time-out from the days work and 'goofs off' for a few moments or longer until rudely interrupted by the real world.

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  3. Drew ByrneDecember 29, 2010 at 11:37 AM

    Tomorrow...is also another day to do something else on...

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  4. Cat Wisdom 101December 29, 2010 at 12:00 PM

    To be excellent at goofing off is an art.

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  5. timethiefDecember 29, 2010 at 1:06 PM

    I do my best on the things that I set as high priorities. However, many things are lower on my list than having good time is. ;)

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  6. Sarath UnnithanDecember 29, 2010 at 1:07 PM

    Even the mind needs a time off every now and then..
    Sometimes we need to let go of our sanity to keep it

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  7. Kenia SantosDecember 29, 2010 at 1:22 PM

    ahahahaha I feel like that myself.. Glad I'm on vacation so I can actually do that! =)

    Marty, I'm here to thank you for the adorable company all over 2010, you're such a smart mind and it was really great to read your comments on my blog. I'm really happy to have met you.

    May you have a wonderful New Year, filled with surprising insights, may we have your company for a lifetime.

    Kiss you dear.

    My best to you and your family. =*

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  8. Janene MurphyDecember 29, 2010 at 4:19 PM

    I used to be such a perfectionist in all I did when I was younger. Now I'm a 'selective' perfectionist. When it comes to work, it's got to be grade A. As for the dishes in the sink? Meh. Not such a concern anymore.

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  9. MarioDecember 29, 2010 at 7:01 PM

    if the retribution is good in my mind appreciation I motivates myself and i will do my best in the effort.

    NP: Visit my blog and read the haikus, they are very good, use the translator.

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  10. Wall Flower StudioDecember 29, 2010 at 7:17 PM

    Thinking I do my best when goofing off, Marty.
    However, that statement may only be a way to justify being a right-brained dreamer who has some qualities of ADD, and/or high functioning autism, or whatever they call it now, ha ha.
    ; )

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  11. AnonymousDecember 30, 2010 at 3:12 AM

    Well put! we can all do better at "goofing off" if we put our minds to it...

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  12. Vania MoreiraDecember 30, 2010 at 3:45 AM

    Yes, like nowadays!
    These holidays are driving me crazy!!!
    By the way, happy 2011 for all!
    And Marty, a very inspired year for you!

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  13. AnonymousDecember 30, 2010 at 9:07 AM

    If you are good at goofing off, then you should be alright. Don't be a mediocre goofoff... be an excellent goofoff!

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  14. JaneyDecember 30, 2010 at 10:36 AM

    What a perfect aphorism for my birthday! And, I'm pleased to report, I did just that!

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  15. AnonymousDecember 30, 2010 at 4:02 PM

    Me too. And I'll do my best at it.

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  16. John MDecember 30, 2010 at 6:37 PM

    John M
    I now have the time to wander through life exploring as many experiences as I can try. I'm busier in a more enjoyable way than when I was working. Less money but more time, energy and satisfaction; a more meaningful life.
    See my blog "REFLECTIONS" where I share some random thoughts,ideas...
    http://johns-spot112948.blogspot.com/
    I like your blog. I put it on my "Blog List".

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  17. UnknownDecember 31, 2010 at 4:31 PM

    I hear daydreaming is good for the brain - and the soul. "That's my story and I'm sticking to it!" :) Have a great New Year - and may it find you happy, healthy and prosperous!

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  18. RajeshJanuary 1, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    I cant imagine where I would have been if I had not goofed up enough... I have stumbled upon so many new things every time I was clumsy :)

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  19. scribadivaJanuary 5, 2011 at 1:35 AM

    I heard this one years ago:
    "I'll do my best."
    "Don't do your best. Do the best a better person would do.."
    So unforgiving! And goof off time is essential. How many mathematics and astro-physics geniuses had their "AHA" moments while taking a long bath, or a walk, or getting on a bus.

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  20. shanaz@RSJanuary 5, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Marty I like this one! It takes the anxiety off of our minds.

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  21. DerayJanuary 6, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    jajajaja good one Marty!

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  22. PBScottJanuary 8, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    When you goof off you should do as good a job as you possibly can.

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