enlightened perspective

@dong1970 (1572)
Philippines
March 4, 2009 12:41am CST
Please read all the way to the bottom: If you will take the time to read these. I promise you'll come away with an enlightened perspective. The subjects covered affect us all on a daily basis: They're written by Andy Rooney , a man who has the gift of saying so much with so few words. Enjoy... I've learned...that the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person. (so true) 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. 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 being kind is more important than being right. I've learned...that you should never say no to a gift from a child. I've learned...that I can always pray for someone when I don't have the strength to help him in some other way. I've learned...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. I've learned...that simple walks with my father around the block on summer nights when I was a child did wonders for me as an adult. I've learned...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. I've learned...that it's those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular. I've learned...that under everyone's hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved. 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 love, not time, heals all wounds. I've learned....that the easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself with people smarter than I am. I've learned...that everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile. I've learned...that no one is perfect until you fall in love with them. I've learned...that life is tough, but I'm tougher. I've learned...that opportunities are never lost someone will take the ones you miss. I've learned...that when you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere. I've learned...that I wish I could have told my Mom that I love her one more time before she passed away. (AMEN) I've learned...that one should keep his words both soft and tender, because tomorrow he may have to eat them. I've learned...that a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks. (AMEN) I've learned...that when your newly born grandchild holds your little finger in his little fist, that you're hooked for life. I've learned...that everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you're climbing it. I've learned...that the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done. To all of you...make sure you read all the way down to the last sentence. It's National Friendship Week. (Isn’t it always “friendship week?”) Show your friends how much you care. If it comes back to you, then you'll know you have a circle of friends. HAPPY FRIENDSHIP WEEK TO YOU! TO ALL MY FRIEND AND I AM HONORED!
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@mobhomeir (7558)
• Philippines
4 Mar 09
The best ever brother. If I could just "copy and paste" it, I should have done it writing back to you...I admire you for this wonderful (ever) thought to ponder...How could I get a copy of this and paste it in my wall so I could read it day after day. How I wish
@dong1970 (1572)
• Philippines
4 Mar 09
can you give me you email add and i will send it to you
@djoyce71 (2511)
• Philippines
8 Mar 09
I read it all the way to the bottom dong. I think it took me three minutes. But, kidding aside, that was a good post about friendship. Remember, the greatest gift is not found in a store nor under a tree, but in the hearts of true friends. -- Cindy Lew Happy Friendship Week to you, too.
@salonga (27775)
• Philippines
5 Mar 09
I've actually heard this first from a DZAS, a christian radio station. Indeed this is a very inspiring message. Each of the lines are worth being kept in heart. Thanks my friend for posting this to inspire more people around.
@srganesh (6340)
• India
4 Mar 09
Very interesting and everything is true.Thanks to share this here.I am going to save this and pass on to my friends who will love to read stuffs like this.No one can refuse all those stated in your postings.We have to see life in the way depicted and the whole World will become more beautiful.Cheers!