7.6.08

volume II of the same book

518. love deeply and passionately. you might get hurt, but it's the only way to live life completely.
522. volunteer. sometimes the jobs no one wants conceal big opportunities.
530. never miss an opportunity to have someone rub your back
531. never miss an opportunity to sleep on a screened-in porch
535. remember the advice of our friend ken beck: when you see a box turtle crossing the road, stop and put it safely on the other side.
548. don't judge people by their relatives.
553. talk slow but think quick.
557. never betray a confidence
565. tour the main branch of the public library on fifth avenue the next time you are in new york city. unforgettable
571. take along a small gift for the host or hostess when you're a dinner guest. a book is a good choice.
573. don't overlook life's small joys while searching for the big ones
576. don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship
596. never say anything uncomplimentary about another person's dog
609. when boarding a bus, say 'hello' to the driver. say 'thank you' when you get off.
611. write a short note inside the front cover when giving a book as a gift
621. make allowances for your friends imperfections as readily as you do for your own
628. don't waste time trying to appreciate music you dislike. spend time with music you love.
629. do the right thing, regardless of what others think.
632. ask yourself if you would feel comfortable giving your best friend a key to your house. if not, look for a new best friend.
636.life will sometimes hand you a magical moment . savor it.
641. take the stairs when its four flights or less
645. hold yourself to the highest standards
648. don't confuse comfort with happiness
649.don't confuse wealth with success
654. make a habit of reading something inspiring and cheerful just before going to sleep
664. learn to bake bread
667 be an original. if that means being a little eccentric, so be it
670. when it comes to worrying or painting a picture, know when to stop
675. pay as much attention to the things that are working positively in your life as you do to those that are giving you trouble
684. you may be fortunate and make a lot of money,b ut be sure your work involves something that enriches your spirit as well as your bank account
696 when you say ' i love you', mean it
704 watch your attitude. its the first thing people notice about you
710 read more books
713. buy three best-selling children's books. read them and then give them to a youngster
722 don't confuse mere inconveniences with real problems
730 learn to juggle
741 keep your private thoughts private
745 be humble and polite but dont let anyone push you around
754 every so often let your spirit of adventure triumph over your good sense
758. surprise an old friend with a phone call
768 dont accept unacceptable behavior
776 write your favorite author a note of appreciation
784 stop and watch stonemasons at work
785 stop and watch a farmer plowing a field

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

596. never say anything uncomplimentary about another person's dog

Seeing how I just got attacked by a German Shepard dog (read my myspace blog) I may not be able to follow this one right now.