How have you been influenced by reading the book or watching the lecture? What message would you like to share with others who’ve been touched by Randy and his story?
September 30th, 2009 at 7:22 pm
Sometimes we forget, sometimes we have not been shown and sometimes we have lost our way. Now we have been reminded, now we have been taught, now we can find our own way. Thankyou for your words, they will be heard over and over, inspiring us to be better. You are a great teacher and a wise man.
Craig
September 29th, 2009 at 8:46 am
my friends had borrowed me her precious book "the last lecture"..and the story have really inspired me..the spirit does not stop here, his story will be heard by my classmate soon since i decided to share his experience during my speech test dis semester..thanks to him..i now believe that dis life is so beautiful..
hedayah ariffin, malaysia
September 29th, 2009 at 3:28 am
It's 4:25 am and I just finished reading 'The Last Lecture'-in one sitting. And the past few hour of reflection and self-assessment has forever changed my life. A good friend of mine suggested I read this book and I just felt this intense pull to go to the book store and purchase a copy. This day is, I feel, a pivotal moment in my life that has helped me prioritize what is truly important in this life and the certainly that SOMETHING will be said about me when I am gone-what sort of legacy will I leave behind...
Thank you, Randy. A million times over. Jai, I shower you and the kids with my prayers.
Gregg Fells
Mobile, Alabama
Gregg Fells
September 26th, 2009 at 11:08 am
Acabo de ler seu livro, sou do Brasil estado de São Paulo, tive por mim a curiosidade de ler seu livro pela historia da contra-capa, eu amei! simplismente uma lição de vida, pra qualquer ser humano!
Aline gusmão
September 25th, 2009 at 8:14 pm
I recently just got back home from seeing the presentation done at my school, Southern Connecticut State University, and the only question I was left with is, when will this be coming around again? When I first heard about this, I had no clue what to expect and was clueless to as of what it was going to be about. I've never heard of the book, the story, or anything before and needless to say I was only attending for the extra credit for my class. I was completely surprised when I realized what it actually was I was seeing. A story such as this should be an inspiration to everyone and I'm more than thankful to having gone and seen it. Right now in my life I am struggling with someone, whom I love dearly, that has taken the wrong path in life and turned to drugs. The first thing that came to my mind was how badly I would like to take this person to see it. I know from personal experience how precious life is. I lost my sister to a drunk driving accident just two short years ago, and since then my whole outlook on life has changed. I live everyday knowing that life is only so long and almost never will you see me not smiling. I have no regrets and I truly know that I am happy with where I am in my life. Things such as "The Last Lecture" really give me the strength I need to never let life knock me to my knees. The only wish I ever hope to come true is that one day I will make, if not everyone in my life, then one person alone realize how truly special it is to be alive. To live for today and appreciate every single thing in your life, whether that being good or bad. Life is what you make it, and from now until the day I die I will make sure I wake up every morning with a smile on my face saying "today is going to be a good day."
Courtney Pisano
September 25th, 2009 at 10:36 am
thanks
RANDY YOU help me much
AFTER READING THE BOOK
MANY THINGS ARE SETTLED IN MY HEAD
THANK YOU.
sheila
September 25th, 2009 at 9:37 am
To Randy's family, thank you for sacrificing that precious time with such an extraordinary person so that he could leave this legacy. I feel so fortunate to have had a peek into your life. This book inspires me to do better for my family. I wish you all the best.
Natalie
September 25th, 2009 at 8:34 am
Randy you have changed my life I'm learning to be a more playful mom to my daughter and a more greatful person for life. no doubt your story had me in the ugly cry i was so hurt but you know god have to have his angels next to him.
manisha m miller
September 25th, 2009 at 6:23 am
What an awesome read. Thank you so very much. I lost my husband to cancer Dec/ 20, 2001. As I read this magnificent book, I was reminded of him in so many ways. His brother diesda few years later of cancer also and I could hear Randy's words awhile I imagine my husband and brother in law in total agreement. Thanks for the tears, the laughs and the sound advice. For Christmas I am giving a copy of this book to each of my daughters who are now 17 and 16. Their dad was diagnosed in October and dies in December he did have a chance to impart such magnificent in a book or a lecture, but this is a great addition to their lives and I know we will laugh, cry and be enriched always. Thanks to all who were apart of this lasting legacy. It has definitely impacted my life and I am going to share it with anyone I know. Best wishes and take care to Jai and their children.
Jamie
September 24th, 2009 at 3:15 pm
I have found his lecture to be very inspiring. It shows that in the end the only thing that truly matters is love, whether that be your family or your dreams. My family has been struggling with a rare dominant genetic brain disorder called Huntington's Disease for decades. I am 28 years old and was tested poitive for the incurable or treatable disease when I was 26 years old. My mother, uncle, and 7 year old cousin have the disease now. My grandfather and his mother have long ago died from this debilitating disease. There are also 2 other young relatives who have not even been tested. After seeing Randy Pausch's lecture and appearance on Oprah, I found hope. Since I will be showing symptom's of Huntington's in my mid-thirties, I have no control over this disease that will be slowly killing me everyday for at least a decade of my life. After seeing Randy's lecture, I gained control over my own thought and reactions. I can't control what is going to happen to my body but I can control how I live my life. I believe that is what Randy portrayed in his lecture and book, whether he realized it or not. Randy Pausch was very brave and faced cancer publicly. Unlike him, I at least to get to hide in the shadows. He shines!
Nicole
September 24th, 2009 at 10:54 am
To his family in the hopes they read these comments,
I stumbled across his book just by chance, knowing nothing about it's contents. I lost my mother at the age of 7 and I remember few things of her. Hearing Randy speak about the love of his family gave me a peace and understanding I have never felt. I feel like I've been given a gift, to understand what have always longed to know. I have taken his words to heart and as I begin to raise a family of my own soon, I intend to heed his words of wisdom left for his children. To me they are the words of the parent I lost. Your children are so fortunate to have had him for a father and I know who he was and what he did will always mean so much to them.
Michelle
September 24th, 2009 at 2:15 am
Thank-you Randy. Good luck Jai, be strong. He did it right.
Johnny
September 23rd, 2009 at 7:32 pm
this book has been one of the best books i have ever read, i cant believe a person going threw so much can find a way to contribute such great yet simple advice to everyone and anyone who reads the book. i found it to impact me completely i found myself tearing up in my classes as i read. i just found myself not able to put the book down. i really have all the best wishes to his family and my condolences. i really enjoyed this great piece of him he left for all to read. all i can say is thank you.
Jasmania
September 23rd, 2009 at 11:01 am
I received a book from one of my best friend while I am in a very tough time. She said this book might give me something. I do agree. It gives me strength and also changes some of my attitude towards life, esp his mother's word when he complaint things, which is 'I know that it is hard but when your father was in the same age as you, he fought with German.'
I have just finished reading just now and I would like to let Jai know that what Randy did was great, a legacy, I should say. I cried many times while reading the book. I could see love in Randy's family. Randy did leave a legacy which affects not only to his own kids, but also to many people around the world.
I want Randy's children to know that his father is a great man with a great mind.
Thida
September 21st, 2009 at 2:31 pm
Randy Paush not only left behind a wonderful legacy for his children, he left behind valuable lessons for all people. The Last Lecture is a must read!
My thoughts and prayers are with the Paush family as they maneuver their way through life without Randy physically with them but always with them through so many channels. His courage and strengh in dying will give them all strength throughout their lives.
Linda
September 21st, 2009 at 8:48 am
I got the book off the computer section in the library and for the next 2 days, I am just so captivated by the stories of Mr Paush's life. Right now, I am having many doubts about dreams that I have, and the book and testimonies have been a great motivation for me; where brick walls are there to test me how much I am desperate for it. Thank you!
Alicia
September 17th, 2009 at 8:36 pm
This message is to Mrs. Jai Pausch. I just started reading your husbands book the other night and was only able to read a few pages and came to the special dates in September when I realized today is the 17th and tomorrow, the 18th. A year ago when your husband, Randy gave his wonderful lecture. I lost my Mother in April, 2009 after a long illness. I would go after work, almost everyday, to see and spend time with her and again on the weekend. I'm married but have no children of my own,just 2 grown step children and 3 grandchildren. But this took time away from my husband and I and limited our time together to do things. I love her and miss her dearly and I hope and pray that she is at peace up in heaven with my Dad and enjoying time together again. I do feel that loss now that I don't have to run everyday like I used to. Reading just the little bit I did so far I have started to think about what dreams I want to fulfill for myself and with my husband and what memories do I want to leave for my family. Many thanks to your wonderful husband for making us all stop and think about what we have done so far in our lives and what we want to accomplish before we leave this earth. God bless you and your beautiful children and your in my prayers this special day for you.
Lilly Deere
September 17th, 2009 at 11:13 am
De Danutti
Para el editor-Randy Pausch y su familia.
Hola,bueno soy de aqui de argentina,quisiera dejar por lo menos aqui la huella,q pase,por esta pagina para mi es un gran orgullo,el libro de la ultima leccion :cambio mi vida,y de veras ,yo ahora soy una estudiante q se esta preparando ,para medicina ,lo q produjo en mi el libro fue como si me halla sacado esa envoltura de morir,q transcendio a vivir mas.Gracias.Me imagino el gran amor y la gran esperanza por aquel libro,me abrio los ojos.Besitos
Danutti
September 16th, 2009 at 9:33 pm
I had a 4-hour layover this weekend flying back from my best friend's wedding. I purchased the book at the airport book store. I remember wanting to see the video, but I just never got around to it. I grabbed a rocking chair and started reading the book. I was crying through the entire thing. I just got married in June. My husband and I have a great relationship, but reading the book made me appreciate what we have even more. I promised to spend the rest of my life with him. My promise has been tweaked after reading the book. My promise now is to enjoy and celebrate our love every minute and opportunity we have.
I shared the book and the lecture with my husband. Last night he went to bed late. He was studying for a Cisco certification, but was interrupted because he went and played with ALICE. :)
God Bless and turn to your faith to get you through the difficult times Jai. I wish you the best!
Carmen
Carmen
September 16th, 2009 at 2:04 pm
i got yor book on my birthday. you did teack me a really good lesson. my dad died of cancer when i was little. when i read the book. i think of a really closed feeling. that it jut feel like your my dad. it seem like something that my dad will say to me if he is still alive.
PS.CHRISTINA 杰杰
christina
September 16th, 2009 at 1:59 am
You are an inspiration to me and my husband. I lost people I loved from the same disease and now I know they were never alone, a piece of us will always be with them. Their thoughts, words and smiles will always be with us. Thank you.
Debby M
September 15th, 2009 at 12:46 pm
I would like to share a brief anecdote from last evening(hopefully this can be Fw. to Mrs Jai Pausch).
I had completed reading Dr. Pausch ,deeply touching book last night.During my reading of the last chapters I felt a need as a natural outcome to write to Dr. Pausch(I only became aware of his demise upon accessing this web site today). I intended to convey to Dr. Pausch that he embodied the introductory theme of my staff trainings( I am a clinical psychologist working in public mental health in NY & Israel).Specifically,I begin by citing Carl Jung:"The power to heal is based on essence of the therapist's being rather than from how much he knows"(as conveyed by Robert Johnson,his last surviving student,in "Balancing Heaven & Earth"). Upon reading the next to last chapter(60) I just wanted to convey to Dr. Pausch my heartfelt sentiment, the very same words uttered by Jai Pausch as she embraced him at the end of his lecture:"Please Don't Die"(even now I write this a tear in my eye).
Upon learning of his passing upon opening this web site, if I may I would like to quote from the Talmud(Taanith 5/a)cited pertaining to the passing of the great sages of the Bible:"As His Students Live On he lives On". No doubt Dr.Pausch (A'H-peace Unto Him) lives on in all of us .
Mrs. Pausch,Logan,Chloe & Dylan, I only got to know your husband & father within the last few days ;however I feel he has touched my soul for he expance of a lifetime.
Sincerely,
Richard Insel
Rabbi Richard Insel
September 15th, 2009 at 12:44 am
Thank you Randy for being so open and generous to share your "lessons learned" in this book & your last lecture video in Youtube.
You inspired thousands & perhaps millions of people out there, and how I wish we all are at least 5% as wise as you.
See you soon up there Randy.
HS/Singapore
HS
September 14th, 2009 at 8:56 pm
This week I heard of the book, found it at the local library, and finished it today! I am a happier and more knowledgeable person because of it. Thank you Pausch family for sharing bits of your life, times, and strategies. Somewhere in my search online of Randy, I'd seen a picture of him as a child and as an adult, same stance, but I cannot recall (or now find!) where. I thought of my Dad (bless his soul), who passed away in April 2009 from pancreatic cancer. He too had a pic of him as a child, showing his muscles and another in his 60's showing him in the same stance, showing muscles. Childhood dreams! God Bless and may He continue to give us all strength.
Renee
September 14th, 2009 at 8:42 pm
Думаю, эту тему можно развивать до бесконечности!
dozorspb
September 14th, 2009 at 8:32 pm
I never met Randy, but I wish that I could have. We watched his lecture in my English class and am almost finished with the book. I am beginning to reassess my life, and see The Last Lecture as a guide how to live my life to the fullest. Randy had such a positive outlook, even until the very end. The love he had for his kids brings tears to my eyes, and makes me want to reorganize my relationship with my father. It's going to be a long process, but something that will be worth it.
I lost my grandpa to cancer a couple of years ago, and wish that I could have something like what Randy left behind. I wish I could have had more time, but his death impacted me more than anything that has happened in my life.
God bless you, Randy. You have truly inspired me.
Ali
September 14th, 2009 at 2:10 pm
I read this book this past weekend. I also thought this book was going to be a tear jerker. My father recently passed away. My mother passed away 15 years ago. My family has unfortunately taken the road to fighting and bickering over who did what for him, his will and everything else. I have stopped contact with my sister and brother's family in order to preserve my own family and children. This book has given me inspiration to get back to what is important. Wow, I only wish that I could have seen his lecture in person. What a moving experience it has been for me to read his book!!!
Jerri
September 13th, 2009 at 6:40 pm
I have just finished reading the book and also watching the last lecture.
Our 39 year old son passed away March 31st,2009 after a short but intense 11
month battle with colon cancer. During the initial surgery, they found the tumors had metasticized to the liver and the lungs. He also had an enormous amount of courage and dignity. They also havee 3 children ages 12, 10 and 5.
I marveled at how directly they faced the prognosis. After listening to The Last Lecture, I better understood how this can be. I don't think you realize the effect their courage has had on many of us. Bless you and your children can't help but know how much they are loved.
Pauline Nadeau
Pauline Nadeau
September 12th, 2009 at 5:32 pm
I lost my father to Pancreatic Cancer in April, 2008. It is horrible disease. A month ago I read The Last Lecture. I was so inspired by his book that I have now put up some of his quotes in my class room. I teach high school social studies and like to use quotes in my room. One of my favorite quotes out his his book is: "just because you are in the driver's seat doesn't mean you have to run people over." I liked the quote so much I have laminated it and put it by the front door of my room so students will see it on their way out the door. Thank you so much for writing this book, and thank you Randy for your last lecture.
Paul
September 11th, 2009 at 1:48 pm
I waited until today, Sep., 10 th, 2009 to read "The Last Lecture".
I waited because I lost my wife to cancer one year ago. I should have not waited. The book brought tears to my eyes on every page. I am amaxed as I have accomplished most of my childhood dreams, except one. I am 66 years young and I'm going back to school this month, to medical school to complete the last dream I still have.
Thank you so much for this amazing book and the truley amazing man.
God Bless you all.
In Our Lord
Weldon West
September 11th, 2009 at 8:12 am
I am so sorry for everything that happened and wrong things happen to the wrong people u were an amazing person and you helped alot of people i congratulate you for being strong and helping so many people and I hope your family is doing very well. I will be sure to pray for you guys. RIP Randy
TITO
September 11th, 2009 at 7:35 am
I started reading the book about a year ago after seeing it on youtube. It was a great book and in May 09' i brought it with me to read on my trip and forgot it on the plane. I searched for about a week to see if any of my friends had the book and sure enough i found a book. I finished the book on my deployment in July 09'. I felt so many emotions while reading this book and i even took notes like i was in a class. I just hope that the book I left on the plane is being passed around to share with others and maybe someone else will "forget" it on a plane. Thanks for sharing your life with everyone.
Cassie
September 10th, 2009 at 2:17 pm
How heartbreaking those terminal illness? I know from my experience. My father died in kideny cancer. He was old. My sister who died in liver cancer which developed from Hepatitis B. She was only 43 ,when she died. She was brave like Randy Pause. She was not a Prof. like Randy but she was like Randy in her last days."Very brave". My other sister is the one who helps during all the tragedy ,her son 22 year died in car accident.But she still helps when my mother has Alzaheimer. I liked Randy's book. I think there are many people in this world are dying in their young age. We do not have cure for cancer when it is in certain stage.The death of my father and sister left a permanent scar in my life. The death of Randy also left a permanent scar in his family too.
AnjaliBehera
September 10th, 2009 at 10:55 am
Thank you Randy for a beautiful look on life, I have recently re-examined my life to do better things with what I have left. I plan to give the book to my 15 yr. old daughter this week, I feel she will get so much out of what you have shared.
I also plan to keep re-reading it for the rest of my life. You are my angel.
Heidi
September 10th, 2009 at 9:24 am
I just finished reading the book. I cried in the end because I could only imagine how much further in life he could have gone but even after his death, the book and programs that he implemented will continue to inspire both young and old. I am insisting that my son, a grad school student who is contemplating getting his PhD read this book. It is very uplifting and I do hope also that Jai will update everyone on how she and the kids are doing now.
Ginger
September 10th, 2009 at 1:29 am
i'm only 19 and i feel that what randy pausch said will affect my life forever...by the end of the book i felt like i had both lost and gained a mentor. though i am still a child, i wrote down my dreams on a post-it note and placed it in the back of the book...i plan to give this book to my boyfriend and my best friend. i want the world to read this...to be changed by it, like i have. i've found a hero...
Hannah
September 9th, 2009 at 8:41 am
I saw this story in Oprah yesterday....
I was crying with Randy's wife...
I just lost my grandma in March from Pancreatic Cancer and I can tell you that is the worst Cancer ever... He mentioned that if there is a type of cancer that you had to choose from, it won't be this one.
Is hard to see how fast this type of cancer can kill..
We saw my grandma die, and it took a couple of months...
The DR. found the cancer ins February 7th and she was gone by March 2nd...
She was like my mom.. And I miss her so much..
MY best wishes for the family of Randy... I know is hard and no words can make you feel better at this point.
Thank you so much for sharing his story... Thank you Randy, for showing us your story
Laura
September 9th, 2009 at 12:14 am
I just finished reading this amazing book. I picked it up thinking I was going to read a very sad story and sob every chapter( I happened to pick it up at Target on one of those just looking around days but had never heard of it). To my amazement, this book not only suprised me; it also inspired me. I am a registered nurse and work with children and teenagers who have cancer and other illnesses. Everyday in my work I try to give all that I can to give them the best care and comfort... But, I never know how to approach or deal with their psychological ordeal. With this book, I have learned that there are many things I can do to encourage my patients and their families to live everyday to its fullest. Often these families look up to me for comfort when all I can do is shed a tear and look away. Dr Randy Paush has taught me so much. I will no longer fall to pieces when a parent looks at me for comfort. I will encouraqe them to give it their all and to always keep optimistic; to live life to its fullest even if that life is only a few months long. Thank you Dr Paush, your teachings will forever be cherished by people like me around the world. You have made me want to help others and help myself to appreciate the life that I have and to see it as a precious precious gift.
Carmen
September 8th, 2009 at 5:54 pm
September 8th, 2009 Brasil
I'll never forget the lessons that Sir. Randy Paush passed to me. I feel happy to tell him, wherever he is, that my mother has died of cancer when I was just in Chloe's age and that I love her the same way I would do if she were alive, she helps me when I need her and I can feel her by my side. Know that your sons will always remind you with great and pure love and that you'll always be a great cource of comfort and help for many people around the world.
For Jai I want to say that my father has married again and that it was wonderfull for me and my brothers, Larissa e Guilherme. We were four, just like you, and we accept the change that the life gave to us. Don't be afraid of being happy again, Randy would be happy just because you are.
For everyone I want to say that he didn't believe in situations of failure, neither should us!
Letícia
September 8th, 2009 at 9:28 am
P.S I would like to add that a man like Randy is truly awesome to be able to inspire and change a 15 year old girl's view on life itself even after his passing. He is utterly brilliant. I'm actually crying as i'm typing, i can hardly believe it. most people would say it's wierd for a teenage girl to cry over the death of an author she hardly knows. But then again, this is Randy Pausch we're talking about, a totally inspiring person...
Humayra. I
Hum.y
September 8th, 2009 at 8:57 am
I just finished reading the book and came straight to my laptop to check out the website and i found out that Randy has passed on. I so wanted to write to him and tell him that the book was absolutely fantastic. As for Jai and tha family, my utmost sympathy goes out to them. May they have strength to deal with this loss and live their lives as Randy would have wanted. I am still young and have limited knowledge in such matters, but from what I've read, I understand that Jai is a strong person and that he will do a great job raising Dylan, Logan and Chloe. You are in our thoughts and prayers!!! Lots of love all the way from sunny South Africa...
Humayra. I
Hum.y
September 7th, 2009 at 4:32 pm
I only wish I had read Randy's book before I found out I had breast cancer in Feb. of 2007 - I struggled so much with how to deal with the diagnosis and how to stay positive. I was luckier than Randy in that I am in my 3rd year of the 5 year stretch to be considered in full remission. Where ever you are Randy - thank you - your story has helped me so much as I face the future!
Jackie
September 7th, 2009 at 1:18 pm
Very beautiful gift to have been given the opportunity to leave a legacy behind in this way for the children and his wife. Inspirational to have the optimistic attitude he did until his last season.
Crystal Andersson
September 7th, 2009 at 7:26 am
Just finished reading this wonderful book..I'll probably read it again. It's definitely going to be given at Christmas to people I love. Randy's father was a great influence of good and positive things..no wonder Randy turned out the way he did. I hope that we can hear about Jai and the children sometime soon... Perhaps a book?
Linda
September 6th, 2009 at 10:08 am
hello. i am student in korea. i read this book for 2times. it makes me feel warm. i am 19 now. i went school by bus and that time i read this book. i think lot of thighs and learn a lot. i am not good at english, so i can't write my all this feelings in here. i will read this book more. i want to be a porsom like pausch. he is my role model now^^
MI YOUNG
September 6th, 2009 at 3:37 am
I am from Hungary. This book is fantastic .I would like giv for all my
grandchild.
Erika
Lits Józsefné.
September 5th, 2009 at 10:24 pm
This book, and this last lecture were more than inspiration for me - they were reminders of my own father who passed away on June 30th, 2005 with cancer. Mr. Pausch and his words struck me as almost my father reaching out to me. I was fourteen at the time of his diagnosis, and just turned fifteen at the time of his death. His death has changed many things for me and my family, but his life and his words are what have left a lasting impression on my life - those memories and those words of wisdom that he gave me are the things that keep me going. My father was not a professor, he did not give a last lecture...but he wrote about all the things that he wanted my sister, my mother, and myself to remember about him. He was a man of faith, he was full of life, love, and integrity, and I think it is safe to say that these are the things that he would want me to carry through into my life. There have been times when I have felt that God was being unfair to me...times when I ached for his presence and guidance. The milestones I reach are often bittersweet, because I can only wonder what he would think or say. Jai, I know what you must be going through - I had never seen two people more deeply in love than my own parents, and I know how my dad's death has affected my mom. I also want you to know that your children will always be a reminder of what a great man your husband was. A father like him will never be erased from their memories because they will always remember the things that he taught them. I also hope that you know that even though this is a difficult time, you will make it through this. Some days are harder than others, but in the end, I've realized that the experiences that I have gone through because of his death are the ones that make me who I am today. I am a firm believer in the saying that, 'What God puts you through, He gets you through.' I know that you and your family are strong enough to make it through this. My heart goes out to all of you, and I hope that everything is well with you. You are always in my prayers. I find happiness in knowing that my father is enjoying his life in heaven and that he is always with me - I hope you find comfort in knowing the same is true for Mr. Pausch.
Maria
September 2nd, 2009 at 8:47 am
This book is fantstic and I have recommened it to friends and relatives. I saw it in the bookstore in Gaborone, Botswana, southern Africa sometime ago and i did not look through it. I was watching Oprah show and the wife was interviewed. I then went to look for the book but it was sold out so I placed an order. I read it through and it has so many important lessons. He has touched the life of many including people in Africa. It is a must read. I am sure his spirit is hovering over his family. He is still with you.
Joan
September 2nd, 2009 at 6:02 am
A Tribute to a Great Teacher
September 5 is celebrated in India as Teachers’ Day. I pay my respect and express my admiration for a wonderful and lovable teacher, Dr. Randy Pausch, whose book and video, The Last Lecture, moved me and my friends. Happy Teachers’ Day Professor Pausch. May your soul rest in peace.
The first thing I want to say is that you cannot stop loving this man. What did he make his students do? I do not have much of an idea, but some of them made video games of roller skating Ninjas! Wow! Now that is something! I am not much into videogames but I like animation and the short one shown during the presentation was great stuff. I wish I had a teacher like you when I was a student.
For budding programmers, Alice must be fun. I am trying it as a hobby. Yes, this is also the one that will take you to Wonderland. (Professor Pausch used to treat his students and colleagues by taking them to Disneyland.)
This speech or book is a must for all educators and those into education, that is, both teachers and students. It is about the miracle called life, the right attitude and how to live it. Dear Professor, your life has enriched people around the globe and fulfilled the ancient Indian saying that I learnt as a child. “On the day that you were born, only you cried while others rejoiced. Make your life in such a way that on the day you die, you may die with a smile while the whole world weeps for you.”
My best wishes to Jai, Dylan, Logan, and Chloe. Hope you all are doing well. Happy Birthday to Jai in advance. As his better half, I admire your courage and bringing out the best in him. As a mere coincidence, my birthday happens to be on the day of Dr. Pausch’s lecture.
When a man says that he is having fun while dying, you are both laughing and crying. Have you figured out the third head fake? (Thanks Professor Pausch!) This is not the last lecture. It is a lecture that lasts!
Rajdeep Seth,
India.
Rajdeep Seth
September 1st, 2009 at 3:53 pm
PS: I hope Jai, Dylan, Logan, and Chloe are doing well. Your family is so beautiful and my heart goes out to you.
Meg
September 1st, 2009 at 3:50 pm
There is a leadership camp that I have attended as a camper and as a crew member for the last three years. This past summer it was held in Colorado, and when I was in the Washington Dulles airport, I came across THE LAST LECTURE. I skimmed through a few pages of it and was immediately intrigued. It seemed that so much of what Randy Pausch wrote, related to what I've learned at camp over the years and related to what I believe in now. I bought the book and read it, and then re-read it. It is absolutely beautiful and purely inspirational. I learned from a young age to be appreciative of what I have and of the people in my life, but reading this book stirred something deep within my heart. (Today I actually went out and bought thank you cards for my parents just to tell them how much I appreciate all of their efforts; they cried). I'm 19 and I know I'm young yet, but reading this book has taught me many lessons that I feel I will carry with me throughout my life. I must say that I believe I'm fortunate to have stumbled across this book in the airport and I'm so glad I bought it. It's amazing what one can learn just by reading another person's story. The message from THE LAST LECTURE is motivating and inspiring. I'll never forget it.
Meg
September 1st, 2009 at 5:50 am
I feel like there is more I could be doing to help others. I have had a friend who died at the age of 18, due to cancer, and it completely affected the community. Both her story and Mr. Paush's are an inspiration to me. I think that possibly being someone who can share their learning experiences with others, get the most out of life.
Mandi
