Robin Williams: 1951-2014

   Good Morning, Vietnam
   Aladdin
   A.I. Artificial Intelligence
   Dead Poets Society
   Hook
   Night at the Museum
   Jumanji
   The Butler

July 21, 1951 - August 11, 2014

   What do all of these films have in common? The comedian-actor Robin Williams starred in each one of them, as either leading or supporting characters. He gave the iconic voice to the Genie of Aladdin, brought Theodore Roosevelt to life, flew the skies as Peter Pan, became President Eisenhower, and escaped from a magical board game in Jumanji. Also, he made millions of Americans smile and giggle during nearly all of his film and stage performances.
   Sadly, the actor was announced dead today, at sixty-three years of age. His talent and skills will be missed, though we can still look back and smile at his comedy (and also serious) performances.
   So goodbye, Genie; Teddy Roosevelt; Peter Pan; Prof. Phillip Brainard; Dwight D. Eisenhower; Alan Parrish; John Keating; Adrian Cronauer.
   As a small homage to him, here are just two profound quotes of his:
   "No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world."
   "You're only given a little spark of madness. You mustn't lose it."
   Now, of course, much can be said and discussed of his relationships, addictions, and beliefs. However much I might disagree with some aspects of his beliefs or life, just take a moment to remember an actual living being who died and to remember his accomplishments.
   Also, this is a chance to reflect on how life is but a burning straw...gone in an instant, compared to eternity. We are here on earth for a main purpose: to glorify the Creator God. Our lives are just a drop in the bucket of eternity, yet the Lord can use them in mind-blowing ways!

Flubber

Aladdin

Dead Poets Society

Jumanji

Night at the Museum

                                                 
                       

The Butler

                                                                                                                         

Hook