THINGS I'VE LEARNED 


 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 pleasures.
Age 26
 
 I've learned that wherever I go, the world's worst drivers are leading
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 there are people who love you dearly but just don't
know how to show it. Age 41
 
 I've learned that it is better to ask "why not" rather than "why" when
life throws you a curve ball. Age 43
 
 I've learned that you can make someone's day by simply sending them a
little card. Age 44
 
 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 children and grandparents are natural allies. Age 47
 
 I've learned that singing "Amazing Grace" can lift my spirits for
hours. Age 49
 
 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 keeping a vegetable garden is worth a medicine
cabinet full of pills. 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 to do something with kindness, I
usually make the right decision. Age 68
 
 I've learned that everyone can use a prayer. Age 72
 
 I've learned that it pays to tell the truth and believe in miracles. 
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
 
 I've learned that when you say three little words "I love you" it gets
wonderful results. Age 93 

 I've learned that when you pass this on to someone you care about it
provides them just that little something
 they need to make them smile.