1. People's characters rarely change.
2. Dogs are truly man's best friend.
3. True friends are more numerous than you might think.
4. Reading is a great escape.
5. Having a church family is essential to well-being.
6. God loves us. Unconditionally.
7. Everyone is not out to get us. When someone is having a bad day, in all likelihood it has nothing to do with personally.
8. Children, even teenagers, are truly a blessing.
9. It is good to be alone with your self now and then.
10. The flowers aren't going to smell themselves. Stop and give them a whiff!
11. Be patient.
12. Be kind.
13. Holding onto anger, holding back forgiveness, only hurts you. The person it's directed at has no idea how you feel. Forgive everyone!
14. Nieces and nephews are loved as much as your own children.
15. Family is everything, regardless of their foibles.
16. Parents will always see their children as around 4-6 years of age.
17. If you're bored, it's your own fault. There is always something to do.
18. The ocean and the mountains equally embody beauty and God's majesty.
19. Disney-type films are not just for children.
20. Great truths can be found in quite small places.
21. There are no bad kids, they just need redirection. All want love and acceptance.
22. A smile spreads a long way.
23. Human touch is a great gift. Don't waste it.
24. Nobody needs to be in that big a hurry except fire trucks and ambulances.
25. There is a lot of wisdom in old movies and television (Pre-1970).
26. Everyone has a story to tell.
27. Nearly everyone wants what is best-we just have varying opinions on what best is and how to achieve it.
28. Technology is amazing. Learn it, use it.
29. Old ways are usually best, but not always.
30. There is no such thing as 'the good old days'. They "weren't always good, and tomorrow ain't as bad as it seems."
31. Look for the good in others, you WILL find it.
32. Clothes washing is Never finished. Or dishes.
33. Kids grow up very fast--spend time with them NOW!
34. Worrying never helps.
35. Praying, true, deep communication with God, always helps.
36. Going to worship, especially when you don't feel like it, is always beneficial.
37. Singing revives me.
38. If the world was perfect, we wouldn't need Heaven. Bad things happen. God doesn't cause it, like it, prevent it. He just wants our love and trust.
39. Use moisturizer every day.
40. We all tend to be selfish. Only I know myself-the trick is loving your neighbors as you love yourself.
41. Siblings are awesome! Sharing the same parents and household growing up makes you very close.
42. Losing someone at any age is never easy. Losing a child is the worst pain imaginable.
43. The world is a miracle. Open your eyes. Everything on Earth points to a supreme Creator. It takes a lot more faith to believe it happened accidentally or by chance.
44. Our reward is in Heaven, Not on Earth. God doesn't promise Earthly wealth and fame. He does promise eternal rest and joy.
45. Every day is an adventure and learning experience.
46. The vision and magic of Disney is hard to explain, but definitely there.
47. Children's books and novels are the best kind of reading.
48. Blessings are everywhere. And rewards. And beauty. Take your time to see them, acknowledge them and be truly thankful for them.
