In Memory of Steve Jobs

Steve Jobs was the foundation of Apple. He made it a household name in business, entertainment, and technology. It’s beyond tragic that he’s passed; I have tears in my eyes for a man I never knew. Just goes to show how special he was to us.

Steve Jobs – innovator, dreamer, legend. Other news sources call him a “visionary” and “creative genius”. He was indeed a great man and the world just lost an icon in more fields than one.

Below are some links that hint at his legacy and impact as an individual.

http://www.apple.com/stevejobs/ Apple’s official statement “Remembering Steve Jobs”.

http://www.ted.com/talks/steve_jobs_how_to_live_before_you_die.html A video of his commencement speech at Stanford University. The talk is called “How to live before you die”.

http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-jobs-quotes-20111006,0,1557833.story “Reactions to Steve Jobs’ death” by Tiffany Hsu and Jessica Guynn for the Los Angeles Times.

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/steve-jobs-from-humble-start-to-game-changer-2366290.html An article in The Independent that summarises his time with Apple.

http://www.macstories.net/roundups/inspirational-steve-jobs-quotes/ “A Collection of 60 Inspirational Steve Jobs Quotes About Life, Design and Apple” by Federico Viticci

RIP Steve Jobs. You changed our world.

This Is My Dream

I believe in the power of positive thinking, the efficacy of sound reasoning, and the revolution borne of enlightenment. It is my dream that my peers realise the greatness asleep within each and every one of them. 

Every time social change rocked the world, young people were at the forefront. Picket lines, violent and nonviolent protests, open letters in the media, demonstrations and rallies … the youth are always there, participating, thinking, acting.

It’s not just those who are youngsters because of age, but also those who visualise the future and want to make it the present. When you free your mind and think without boundaries or constraints, when you believe that anything is possible, you are young. 

Haven’t you noticed how pioneers never really seem to age? Their bodies may become old and frail, their health might not be as robust as before, but they are still young in their hearts and minds. You can see it shine in their eyes and hear it sing in their voices.  Continue reading