[Some years ago we ran a Grif.Net on lessons learned by various-aged
youngsters. A school teacher forwarded these lessons she’s gleaned from
adults. As I’m at the 40th anniversary of my college class this week, some
of these lessons would be really important for the OLD white-haired folks
I’m running into.]
I’ve learned…that life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets
to the end, the faster it spins.
I’ve learned…that the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an
elderly person.
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 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 we should be glad God doesn’t give us everything we ask
for.
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 the Lord didn’t do it all in one day — what makes me
think I can?
I’ve learned…that love, not time, heals all wounds.
I’ve learned…that you can make some one’s day by simply sending them a
little note, a phone call or email.
I’ve learned…that you can tell a lot about a man by how he handles these
three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.
I’ve learned…that regardless of your relationship with your parents,
you’ll miss them when they’re gone from your life.
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 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…that I am 60 and I still have a lot to learn.
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Dr Bob Griffin, www.grif.net
“Jesus knows me, this I love”