What I’ve Learned in 50 Years
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 there is beauty that comes with age.
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 my bark is much bigger, than my bite.
I've learned....
That I can always pray for someone when I don't have the strength to help him in some 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. (Life would be too easy if he did)
I've learned...
That money doesn't buy class. (But it did buy me a Volvo...lol)
I've learned...
That it's those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular. (My pets through life have given me so much joy)
I've learned...
That under everyone's hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved.
I've learned...
That the Lord didn't do it all in one day. What makes me think I can?
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. (True love is endless)
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 grandchildren are part of the final cycle of your life. (Don't worry, it is the best one)
I've learned…
That no one is perfect, even if you do fall in love with them, don't ever forget who they really are.
I've learned...
That life is tough, but I'm tougher.
I've learned...
That when you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.
I’ve learned…
That opportunities are never lost; someone will take the ones you missed.
I've learned...
That I wish I could have told my Mom that I loved her one more time before she passed away. (This is my only regret in life)
I've learned…
That one should keep your words both soft and tender, because tomorrow you may have to eat them.
I’ve learned...
That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks. (Since I can’t afford a facelift, this will do for now)
I've learned...
That I can't choose how I feel, but I can choose what I do about it.
I've learned...
That when your newly born child 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. ( Thank God, I am still climbing)
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 the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done.
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