writing: Powerful Storytelling: This Tale Touches Lives 100+ Years Later – Acres of Diamonds

Sunday, August 29th, 2010 10:11 AM · No Comments No Notes

Life gets hectic, and humanity has an amazing
ability to always be searching for something far
away.

Yet there are more resources, connections, and
abundant good things around you.

A fellow figured this out because of his own
journey, back in the 19th century, and his story
still touches lives today.

One of the most interesting Americans who lived
in the 19th century was a man by the name of
Russell Herman Conwell. He was born in 1843.

Dr. Conwell founded Temple University, a college for
the underprivileged who couldn’t afford higher education.
Remember – we’re back over 100 years…

What I find most interesting is how he raised the
money to start this university and turn his dream into
reality. His dream coming true touched millions of lives.
Way back then, he told a story that raised $6 million.

By telling the following true story, Dr. Conwell
attracted enormous crowds allowing him to raise over
$6 million…which is more than he needed.

This short movie is based on his true story. It is a
reminder that opportunity does not just come
along – it is there all the time – if only you see it.

I wonder how many lives this story has touched so far…?

Enjoy Acres of Diamonds

Be sure to share it with friends and family. They’ll
thank you for it!

AND –> Don’t spoil the fun, but after you watch the
movie find out what diamond mine this farm came to be!

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