I'VE LEARNED

I love the rain........

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

I've learned that you can't hide a piece of broccoli in a glass
of milk. 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. Age 13

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 the greater a person's sense of guilt, the
greater his need to cast blame on others. Age 46

I've learned that motel mattresses are better on the side away
from the phone. Age 50

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 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 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 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 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 73

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

Please pass this on to someone you care about. Sometimes they
just need a little something to make them smile....