All I've Learned

I've learned that
if someone says
something unkind about me,
I must live so that
no one will believe it.

I've learned that
you can make some one's day
by simply sending them
a little note.

I've learned that
the greater a person's sense of guilt,
the greater his or her
need to cast blame on others.

I've learned that
no matter what happens,
or how bad it seems today,
life does go on,
and it will be better tomorrow.

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

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.

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
you shouldn't go through life
with a catcher's mitt
on both hands.
You need to be able
to throw something back.

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.

I've learned that
whenever I decide something
with kindness,
I usually make
the right decision.

I've learned that
even when I have pains,
I don't have to be one.

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 still have a lot to learn.

I've learned that
you should pass this on
to someone you care about.
Sometimes they just need
a little something
to make them smile.

Author Unknown