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I guarantee you will remember the tale of the Wooden Bowl
tomorrow, a week from now, a month from now, a year from now.
A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and four-year - old grandson.
The old man's hands trembled, his eyesight was blurred, and his step faltered.
The family ate together at the table. But the elderly grandfather's shaky hands and
failing sight made eating difficult. Peas rolled off his spoon onto the floor.
When he grasped the glass, milk spilled on the tablecloth.
The son and daughter-in-law became irritated with the mess.
'We must do something about father,' said the son.
'I've had enough of his spilled milk, noisy eating, and food on the floor.'
So the husband and wife set a small table in the corner.
There, Grandfather ate alone while the rest of the family enjoyed dinner.
Since Grandfather had broken a dish or two, his food was served in a wooden bowl.
When the family glanced in Grandfather's direction, sometimes he had a tear in his eye as he sat alone.
Still, the only words the couple had for him were sharp admonitions when he dropped a fork or spilled food.
The four-year-old watched it all in silence.
One evening before supper, the father noticed his son playing with wood scraps on the floor.
He asked the child sweetly, 'What are you making?' Just as sweetly, the boy responded,
'Oh, I am making a little bowl for you and Mama to eat your food in when I grow up.
' The four-year-old smiled and went back to work.
The words so struck the parents so that they were speechless.
Then tears started to stream down their cheeks.
Though no word was spoken, both knew what must be done.
That evening the husband took Grandfather's hand and gently led him back to the family table.
For the remainder of his days he ate every meal with the family. And for some reason,
neither husband nor wife seemed to care any longer when a fork was dropped, milk spilled, or the tablecloth soiled.
On a positive note, I've learned that, no matter what happens,
how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.
I've learned that you can tell a lot about a person by
a rainy day, the elderly, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.
I've learned that, regardless of your relationship with your parents,
you'll miss them when they're gone from your life.
I've learned that making a 'living' is not the same thing
as making a 'life..'
I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.
I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's
mitt on both hands.
You need to be able to throw something back
I've learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you
But, if you focus on your family, your friends, the needs of others,
your work and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you
I've learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart,
I usually make the right decision.
I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.
I've learned that every day, you should reach out and touch someone.
People love that human touch -- holding hands, a warm hug, or
just a friendly pat on the back.
I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.
I found it believable --
angels have walked beside me all my life--
and they still do
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This is to all of you who
mean something to me,
I pray for your happiness.
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Posted by Hollis on 2008-03-12 23:05:12 | Rating: | Views: 126
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thankyou peace
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Posted by bjm1
on 2008-03-12 23:58:22
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It brings to mind the sayings "what goes around comes around" and "you reap what you sow".
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Posted by Pauligan
on 2008-03-13 05:45:09
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The law of Karma, expressed brilliantly. Taught (in this story) by a 4 year old. Children are my greatest teachers. To become (in our hearts) like children is the greatest gift and blessing. Peace.
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Posted by ColoradoDreamin
on 2008-03-13 13:39:02
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bjm1,
Thanks for stopping. Hope you walked away with a smile after reading this...
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Posted by Hollis
on 2008-03-13 16:03:52
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pauligan,
How true your comment is...We need to watch our actions, because they may turn around and bite us in the rear if we are not careful...haha.
Thanks for stopping in.
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Posted by Hollis
on 2008-03-13 16:05:22
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CD,
How right you are my friend. Children are really the ones who is us as we really are and are not afraid to express it to us.....
Thanks for stopping by my little spot...Hugs friend.
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Posted by Hollis
on 2008-03-13 16:06:59
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That is a great story.
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Posted by Forgetmeknot
on 2008-03-13 17:32:58
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Fmk,
Nice to see you again..It is such a truth of how kids watch us at every turn and it will get us one day...Just ask my 7 year old.....
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Posted by Hollis
on 2008-03-13 21:41:26
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Thanks for sharing, that was a good story.
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Posted by prelude2it
on 2008-03-14 17:35:34
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prelude2it,
Thank you for stopping by...Glad you enjoyed it....
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Posted by Hollis
on 2008-03-14 20:28:21
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Hollis, Another story that made me CRY!!! I'm going to keep a box of tissues here by my computer just for when I read your heart warming stories. Little children teach us to be kind in so many ways through their own innocence. This was an incredibly heart-warming story. Thank you!
God Bless You Hollis!
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Posted by keepdreaming
on 2008-03-15 00:34:24
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kd,
You make me tear up when I read your lovely comments.You inspire me to keep finding things to help all of us with great little reminders of what life really means.
Hugs to you my friend.
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Posted by Hollis
on 2008-03-15 08:55:43
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thank you for another great read, Hollis. Your posts always bring a feeling of peace to my day.
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Posted by greencat
on 2008-03-16 21:46:20
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greencat,
aww.......That was the sweetest comment..You are a blessing to me...
Hugs to you...
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Posted by Hollis
on 2008-03-17 07:16:57
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