Age 6
I've learned that I like my teacher because she cries when we sing Silent
Night".......
Age 7
I've learned that our dog doesn't want to eat my broccoli either.
Age 9
I've learned that when I wave to people in the country, they stop what they are
doing and wave back.
Age 12
I've learned that just when I get my room the way I like it, Mom makes me clean
it up again.
Age 14
I've learned that if you want to cheer yourself up, you should try cheering
someone else up.
Age 15
I've learned that although it's hard to admit it, I'm secretly glad my parents
are strict with me.
Age 16
I have always wondered why someone says they care for you and then tell you that
things are not working out.
Age 24
I've learned that silent company is often more healing than words of advice.
Age 26
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 39
I've learned that if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that
no one will believe it.
Age 42
I've learned that there are people who love you dearly but just don't know how
to show it.
Age 44
I've learned that you can make some one's day by simply sending them a little
note.
Age 47
I've learned that children and grandparents are natural allies.
Age 48
I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does
go on, and it will be better tomorrow.
Age 49
I've learned that singing "Amazing Grace" can lift my spirits for hours.
Age 50
I've learned that motel mattresses are better on the side away from the phone.
Age 51
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 53
that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you miss them terribly
after they die.
Age 58
I've learned that making a living is not the same thing as making a life.
Age 61
I've learned that if you want to do something positive for your children, work
to improve your marriage.
Age 62
I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.
Age 64
I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catchers mitt in both
hands. You need to be able to throw something back.
Age 65
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 72
I've learned that everyone can use a prayer.
Age 75
I've learned that it pays to believe in miracles. And to tell the truth, I've
seen several.
Age 82
I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.
Age 85
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 92
I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.
