I've Learned

I've learned....

that the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person.

I've learned....

that when you're in love, it shows.

I've learned....

that just one person saying to me, "You've made my day!" makes my day.

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that I feel better about myself when I make others feel better about themselves.

I've learned....

that having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world.

I've learned...

that what we have done for ourselves alone dies with us. What we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal.

I've learned...

that one sincere apology is worth more than all the roses money can buy.

I've learned....

that words harshly spoken are as difficult to retrieve as feathers in a gale.

I've learned....

that being kind is more important than being right.

I've learned....

that you should never say no to a gift from a child.

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that I can always pray for someone when I don't have the strength to help him in some other way.

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that no matter how serious your life requires you to be, everyone needs a friend to act goofy with.

I've learned....

that sometimes all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand.

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that simple walks with my father around the block on summer nights when I was a child did wonders for me as an adult

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that life is like a roll of toilet paper The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes.

I've learned...

that we should be glad God doesn't give us everything we ask for

I've learned...

that money doesn't buy class

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that it's those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular

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that once a relationship is over if you experienced more smiles than tears, then it wasn't a waste of time

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that under everyone's hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved

I've learned...

never to humiliate another person Always give him an honorable way to back down or out of something and still save face

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that the Lord didn't do it all in one day. What makes me think I can

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that if you are still talking about what you did yesterday, you haven't done much today

I've learned...

that to ignore the facts does not change the facts

I've learned...

that when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt you

I've learned...

that it is best to give advice in only two circumstances; when it is requested and when it is a life-threatening situation

I've learned that if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that no one will believe it.

I've learned that you can make some one's day by simply sending them a little note.

I've learned that the greater a person's sense of guilt, the greater his or her needs to cast blame on others.

I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.

I've learned that motel mattresses are better on the side away from the phone.

I've learned that making a "living" is not the same thing as making a life."

I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.

I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back.

I've learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you. But if you focus on your family, the needs of others, your work, meeting new people, and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you.

I've learned that whenever I decide something with kindness, I usually make the right decision.

I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.

I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love human touches-holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.

I've learned Sometimes people just need a little something to make them smile.

I've learned that I like my teacher because she cries when we sing "Silent Night"....... Age 6

I've learned that our dog doesn't want to eat my broccoli either. .....Age 7

I've learned that when I wave to people in the country, they stop what they are doing and wave back. .....Age 9

I've learned that just when I get my room the way I like it, Mom makes me clean it up again. .....Age 12

I've learned that if you want to cheer yourself up, you should try cheering someone else up. .....Age 14

I've learned that although it's hard to admit it, I'm secretly glad my parents are strict with me. .....Age 15

I've learned that silent company is often more healing than words of advice. .....Age 24

I've learned that brushing my child's hair is one of life's great pleasures. .....Age 26

I've learned that wherever I go, the world's worst drivers have followed me there. .....Age 29

I've learned that if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that no one will believe it.....Age 39

I've learned that there are people who love you dearly but just don't know how to show it. .....Age 42

I've learned that you can make someone's day by simply sending them a little note. .....Age 44

I've learned that the greater a person's sense of guilt, the greater his or her need to cast blame on others. .....Age 46

I've learned that children and grandparents are natural allies. .....Age 47

I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow. .....Age 48

I've learned that singing "Amazing Grace" can lift my spirits for hours. .....Age 49

I've learned that you can tell a lot about a man by the way he handles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.....Age 50

I've learned that keeping a vegetable garden is worth a medicine cabinet full of pills.....Age 52

I've learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you miss them terribly after they die.....Age 53

I've learned that making a living is not the same thing as making a life. .....Age 58

I've learned that if you want to do something positive for your children, work to improve your marriage.....Age 61

I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance. .....Age 62

I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catchers mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back. .....Age 64

I've learned that whenever I decide something with kindness, I usually make the right decision. .....Age 66

I've learned that everyone can use a prayer. .....Age 72

I've learned that it pays to believe in miracles. And to tell the truth, I've seen several. .....Age 75

I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one. .....Age 82

I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love that human touch - holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back. .....Age 85

I've learned that I still have a lot to learn..... Age 92

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