Sunday, November 25, 2007

Belated Turkey Day wishes, and thoughts to share...

It's been awhile dear Blog, but life has been busy! I hope your Turkey day was as yummy as mine was... filled with family and good food! I opted to sleep in on Black Friday since there weren't any amazing deals I "needed" to get up for. I shopped later with the cousins, picked up a few ornaments, but that is about it~ J and I shared a Chocolate Devotion at Coldstone and were in chocolate heaven for a little while. Yummmmmy! My pal Casey had this on her blog and so I thought I would share it here too! Have a wonderful Sunday~ we will be decorating for Christmas, I can't wait!

The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the "Peanuts" comic strip. You don't have to actually answer the questions. Just read the paragraphs straight through, and you'll get the point.
1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America Contest.4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress.6. Name the last decade's worth of World Series winners.
How did you do?

The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. They are not second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.

Here's another quiz. See how you do on this one:
1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.
Easier?

The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are NOT the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They are the ones who care.

1 comment:

Rachel Ann said...

I like that five people task! Those who are close to us and make a difference in our lives defintely are impactfull! I hope you had fun decorating for Christmas!

I had a very productive Black Friday shopping experience. You know you can always participate in Black Monday (online shopping day!).

Miss ya