April 22, 2019
AA reader sent me a clip from The Van Trump Report, March 27, 2019. I selected items from the list that register with my own experience. Thanks, Tom, for this item.
I’ve learned that if you want to cheer yourself up, you should try cheering someone else up. Age 14
I’ve learned that silent company is often more healing than words of advice. Age 24
I’ve learned that there are people who love you dearly but just don’t know how to show it. Age 42
I’ve learned that you can make someone’s day by simply sending them a little note. Age 44
I’ve learned that children and grandparents are natural allies. Age 47
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 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 life is what you make it, and your life is much better when you make someone happy. Age 80+
I’ve learned that old friends are the best friends.
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