The
following is the philosophy of Charles Schulz, the creator of the
'Peanuts' comic strip.
You don't have to actually answer the
questions.
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 pageant.
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.
These are no 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 simply are the ones who care the
most.
'Don't worry about the world coming to an end today.
It's already tomorrow in Australia!'
''Be Yourself. Everyone
Else Is Taken!"