I've learned.... That just one person saying to me, 'You've made my day!' makes my day.

I've learned.... That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world

I've learned.... That being kind is more important than being right.

I've learned.... That you should never say no to a gift from a child.

I've learned.... That sometimes all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand.

I've learned.... That money doesn't buy class.

I've learned... That under everyone's hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved.

I've learned.... That to ignore the facts does not change the facts.

I 've learned.... That when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt you.

I've learned.... That love, not time, heals all wounds.

I've learned.... That the easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself with people smarter than I am.

I've learned... That life is tough, but I'm tougher.

I've learned.... That when you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.

I've learned.... That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks .

I've learned.... That when your newly born grandchild holds your little finger in his little fist, that you're hooked for life.

I've learned.... That the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done.

These came in an email today, the sayings (and several others...it was a loooong email )...were attributed to Andy Rooney. Maybe, maybe not, but it seemed like some good ones to think about.

Someone help me down off my soapbox!