I've told several writers this, and, again, I get back to it, but if you want to make God smile, tell him your plans.
Interpretation
The quote suggests that making personal plans may often lead to unexpected outcomes, emphasizing the unpredictability of life.
Vin Scully's quote reflects on the notion that while humans may create elaborate plans for their lives, they are ultimately subject to the whims of fate or a higher power. This highlights the importance of humility in the face of uncertainty and the idea that life can take us in directions we did not foresee, reminding us not to take ourselves too seriously when we make our plans.
In practice
During a motivational speech about embracing change and uncertainty.
The game is just one long conversation, and I'm anticipating that, and I will say things like 'Did you know that?' or 'You're probably wondering why.' I'm really just conversing rather than just doing play-by-play. I never thought of myself as having a style. I don't use key words. And the best thing I do? I shut up.
That really is my trademark. Day to day, week in, week out. If something happens and the crowd roars, I shut up.
Don't let the winds blow your dreams away... or steal your faith in God.
As long as you live keep smiling because it brightens everybody's day.
In a year that has been so improbable, the impossible has happenedβ¦
Almost all of us growing up have played baseball on some level. It has an inside track with people. It has a unifying effect.
Doubt must be no more than vigilance, otherwise it can become dangerous.
We have little control over the circumstances of life. We can't control the weather or the economy, and we can't control what other people say about or do to us. There is only one area where we have control--we can rule the kingdom inside. The heart of every problem is the problem in the heart.
The grateful person fears no court or judge, no sentence or executioner, but what he carries about him in his own breast: and being still the most severe exactor of himself, not only confesses but proclaims his debts.
The years after 50 can be a time of great productivity, meaningful work, pleasure, creativity, and innovation. It's a huge opportunity.
The truly wise are content to be last. They are, therefore, first. They are indifferent to themselves. They are, therefore self-confident.
You looking good." "Devil's confusion. He lets me look good long as I feel bad.
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