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So much to learn

• I learned I like folks who cry when they sing “Silent Night”. (age 6)
• I learned you can’t hide a piece of Liver in a glass of milk. (I hate liver) (age 9)
• I’ve learned that if you want to cheer yourself up, you should try cheering someone else up. So when loved ones come home, always run to greet them. (age 15)
• I learned that Jesus is the Lord of my life. (age 18)
• I learned that kindness is a gift that must be returned. (age 23)
• I learned not to drink downstream from the herd. (age 27)
• I learned I’m a slow learner. (27)
• I learned, although it’s hard to admit it, I’m secretly glad my parents were strict, loving parents with me. I told you I’m a slow learner. (age 30)
• I’ve learned that if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that no one will believe it. (age 35)
• I learned to let a point pass that calls for challenge is to be politely dishonest. (age 38)
• I learned a dog can’t go anywhere if he’s always stopping to scratch his fleas.
• I learned that singing “Amazing Grace” can lift my spirits for hours. (age 40)
• I’ve learned you can tell a lot about a person by the way they handle three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights. (age 43)
• I learned that with God there is ALWAYS a second chance. (age 47)
• I learned that when I decide something with kindness and prayer, I usually make the right decision. Avoid biting when a simple growl will do. (age 48) 
• I  learned God’s forgiveness is more than a blessing; it’s a challenge.
• I learned not to squat with my spurs on (ouch!) My ability to learn increased greatly. (age 49)
• I’ve learned it is always more important to be loving than to always be right. (age 50)
• I’ve learned that everyone can use prayer. (I guess I have always known this, but now I believe it!) I’ve learned prayer makes a difference! (age 51)
• I’ve learned that even though I have pains, I don’t need to be one.  Take naps. (age 52)
• I’ve learned to really listen, not just hear, but really listen. (age 53)
• I  learned from my Dog Zucker that when someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently. 
• I’ve learned I do not know what the future holds, but I know who holds the future!
• Zucker taught me if what you want lies buried, dig until you find it. 
• I’ve learned that when someone says they need a minute of my time, I’d better allocate the real time that will be  needed. (age 54)

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