Randy Pausch Inspired Millions

The Pittsburgh City Council declared November 19, 2007 to be "Dr. Randy Pausch Day".
A brilliant researcher and gifted teacher, Randy Pausch, the professor at Carnegie Mellon University who inspired countless students in the classroom and others worldwide through his highly acclaimed last lecture, has died of complications from pancreatic cancer. He was 47. He was widely respected in academic circles for a unique interdisciplinary approach, bringing together artists, dramatists and designers to break new ground by working in collaboration with computer scientists. 
Outside the classroom, he gained public fame for delivering what would come to be known as

Click here and go watch the full video:   "The Last Lecture." It will do good to YOU. 

On Sept. 18, 2007, only a month after doctors told him that he had three-to-six months to live following a recurrence of pancreatic cancer, he presented a lecture called "Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams" to a packed auditorium at Carnegie Mellon.

The moving and often humorous talk recounted his efforts to achieve such childhood dreams as becoming a professional football player, experiencing zero gravity and developing Disney World attractions. In the process, he shared his insights on finding the good in other people, working hard to overcome obstacles and living generously.{Resources: Carnegie Mellon University}

Positive affirmation for the day: "If you lead your life the right way, the karma will take care of itself. The dreams will come to you."-- said Randy Pausch, who inspired all of us.

                                             With love and admiration, 

                                                          Linas and Lana