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 just when
I get my room the way I like it, Mom makes me clean
it up. Age 13
I've learned that children
and grandparents are natural allies. Age 46
I've learned that even when
I have pains, I don't have to be one. Age 82
I've learned that silent
company is often more healing than words of advice.
Age 24
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. Age 65
I've learned that motel
mattresses are better on the side away from the
phone. Age 50
I've learned that regardless
of your relationship with your parents, you miss them
terribly after they die. Age 53
I've learned that you can't
hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk. Age 7
I've learned that the
greater a person's sense of guilt, the greater his
need to cast blame on others. Age 46
I've learned that life
sometimes gives you a second chance. Age 62
I've learned that it pays to
believe in miracles. And to tell the truth, I've seen
several. Age 73
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 brushing
my child's hair is one of life's great pleasures. Age
29
I've learned that wherever I
go, the world's worst drivers have followed me there.
Age 29
I've learned that singing
"Amazing Grace" can lift my spirits for
hours. Age 49
I've learned that you can
make someone's day by simply send them a little card.
Age 44
I've learned that if you
want to cheer yourself up, you should try cheering
someone else up. Age 13
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 although
it's hard to admit it, I'm secretly glad my parents
are strict with me. Age 15
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 52
I've learned that whenever I
decide something with kindness, I usually make the
right decision. Age 66
I've learned that if you
want to do something positive for your children, try
to improve your marriage. Age 61
I've learned that making a
living is not the same thing as making a life. Age 58
I've learned that everyone
can use a prayer. Age 72
I've learned that I like my
teacher because she cries when we sing "Silent
Night". Age 7
I've learned that there are
people who love you dearly but just don't know how to
show it. Age 41
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