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• Something We Should All Read At Least Once A Week

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  Written By Regina Brett, 90 years old of The Plain Dealer, Cleveland, Ohio "To celebrate growing older, I once wrote the 45 lessons life taught me... It is the most requested column I've ever written. My odometer rolled over to 90 in August, so here is the column once more: 1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good. 2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.... Read full article

• Daydreams

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  People say daydreaming Is a waste of time, Others say, It's a chance to unwind. To let your imagination Run wild, And to bring you back, To being a child. Some may dream, Of growing wings, Others may dream, Of shiny new things So if you are stressed Or feeling tired, Lay your head back, And let your mind b... Read full article

• Old Age

  Article 75 votes (0) comments (0) views (356)

  Old Age, I decided, is a gift. I am now, probably for the first time in my life, the person I have always wanted to be. Oh, not my body! I sometime despair over my body, the wrinkles, the baggy eyes and the sagging butt. And often I am taken back by that old person that lives in my mirror (who looks like my mother!), but I don't agonize over those things for long. I would nev... Read full article

• She's The One

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  She's the one you call when you're bored because she makes you laugh. She's the one you call to talk to when you're feeling down because she's willing to lend an ear and be a friend. She's not the one you call when you need a date to your homecoming, or to go kissing on a Saturday night. She's the one you spend time with between girlfriends, before you find "The One."... Read full article

• Five Great Lessons

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  1 - Most Important Lesson During my second month of nursing school, our professor gave us a pop quiz. I was a conscientious student and had breezed through the questions, until I read the last one: "What is the first name of the woman who cleans the school?" Surely this was some kind of joke. I had seen the cleaning woman several times. She was tall, dark-haired and in her 50s, but how ... Read full article

• We Must Always Follow Our Dreams

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  The first day of school our professor introduced himself and challenged us to get to know someone we didn't already know. I stood up to look around when a gentle hand touched my shoulder. I turned around to find a wrinkled, little old lady beaming up at me with a smile that lit up her entire being. She said, "Hi handsome. My name is Rose. I'm eighty-seven years old. Can I give you a hug?" I laughe... Read full article

• You Are Loved

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  I want you to know that there is someone who loves you very much. That's important to know in the "dog eat dog world" in which we live. We spend our lives trying to earn love and respect and somehow we never seem to "measure up". It's wonderful to be loved without reservation, without having to earn it. We are loved, not because we are good, not because we have lived up to expectations, and no... Read full article

• A Vegas Story

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  For anyone who didn't see David Letterman's take on this: (And it's a true story...) On a recent weekend in Atlantic City, a woman won a bucketful of quarters at a slot machine. She took a break from the slots for dinner with her husband in the hotel dining room. But first she wanted to stash the quarters in her room. "I'll be right back and we'll go to eat," she told her husband a... Read full article

• A Flower For You

  Article 57 votes (0) comments (0) views (454)

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• Most Romantic/Sweet Things To Do For Your Girlfriend/Boyfriend

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  1. Back rubs/massages. 2. French Kiss. 3. Whisper to each other. 4. Skinny dip. 5. Hold hands. 6. Roses. 7. Find out their favorite cologne/perfume and wear it everytime you are together. 8. Kiss at every chance you get. 9. Lightly kiss their collarbone and their jawbone just below the ear, then whisper I love you. 10. Hugs are the universal medicine.... Read full article

• Why Women Cry

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  A little boy asked his mother, "Why are you crying?" "Because I'm a woman," she told him. "I don't understand," he said. His Mom just hugged him and said, "And you never will." Later the little boy asked his father, "Why does mother seem to cry for no reason?" "All women cry for no reason," was all his dad could say. The little boy ... Read full article

• You Are My Sunshine, My Only Sunshine

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  Like any good mother, when Karen found out that another baby was on the way, she did what she could to help her 3 year old son, Michael, prepare for a new sibling. They found out that the new baby was going be a girl, and day after day, night after night, Michael sang to his sister in mommy's tummy. He was building a bond of love with his little sister before he even met her. The pregna... Read full article

• A Totally Different Side of George Carlin

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  GEORGE CARLIN POST 9-11 (His wife recently died...) Isn't it amazing that George Carlin, the gross and mouthy comedian of the 70's and 80's, could write something so very eloquent and so very appropriate post 9-11. A wonderful Message by George Carlin: ******************************************************* The paradox of our time in history is that we have taller b... Read full article

• Think About These One At A Time

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  Falling in love. Laughing so hard your face hurts. A hot shower. No lines at Wal-Mart. A special glance. Getting mail. Taking a drive on a pretty road. Hearing your favorite song on the radio. Lying in bed listening to the rain outside. Hot towels out of the dryer. Chocolate milkshake. (or vanilla!)... Read full article

• Things Aren't Always What They Seem

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  Sometimes that is exactly what happens when things don't turn out the way they should. If you have faith, you just need to trust that every outcome is always to your advantage. You just might not know it until some time later... Some people come into our lives and quickly go... Some people become friends and stay awhile... leaving beautiful footprints on our hearts... and we are never quite the sa... Read full article

• To Every Guy

  Article 17 votes (0) comments (0) views (461)

  To every guy that regrets hurting or losing her. To every guy who knows which girl he wants. To every guy that's said, "Sex can wait." To every guy that's said, "You're beautiful." To every guy that was never too busy to drive across town (or across the state) to see her. To every guy that gives flowers and a card when she is sick. To every guy who has given her... Read full article

• Might As Well Dance

  Article 30 votes (0) comments (0) views (462)

  This was written by an 83 year old... The last line says it all... Dear Bertha, I'm reading more and dusting less. I'm sitting in the yard and admiring the view without fussing about the weeds in the garden. I'm spending more time with my family and friends and less time working. Whenever possible, life should be a pattern of experiences to savor, not to endure. I'm trying to... Read full article

• My Cup Has Overflowed

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  I've never made a fortune, and it's probably too late now. But I don't worry about that much, I'm happy anyhow. And as I go along life's way, I'm reaping better than I sowed. I'm drinking from my saucer, 'Cause my cup has overflowed. Haven't got a lot of riches, and sometimes the going's tough. But I've got loving ones all around me, and tha... Read full article

• Red Roses

  Article 58 votes (0) comments (0) views (467)

  A beautiful story if nothing else, should put a smile on your face, and perhaps a tear on your cheek. I just loved the story. Don't know who made this statement but it is 100% true. Red roses were her favorites, her name was also Rose. And every year her husband sent them, tied with pretty bows. The year he died, the roses were delivered to her door. The c... Read full article

• There Was A Blind Girl

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  There was a blind girl who hated herself because she was blind. She hated everyone, except her loving boyfriend. He was always there for her. She told her boyfriend, "If I could only see the world, I will marry you." One day, someone donated a pair of eyes to her. When the bandages came off, she was able to see everything, including her boyfriend. He asked her, "No... Read full article

• 26 Things That A Perfect Guy Would Do

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  1. Know how to make you smile when you are down. 2. Try to secretly smell your hair, but you always notice. 3. Stick up for you, but still respects your independence. 4. Give you the remote control during the game. 5. Come up behind you and put his arms around you. 6. Play with your hair. 7. His hands always find yours. 8. Be cute when he really wants somethi... Read full article

• What A Miracle Is Worth

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  Tess went to her bedroom and pulled a glass jelly jar from its hiding place in the closet.She poured all the change out on the floor and counted it carefully. Three times, even.The total had to be exactly perfect. No chance here for mistakes. Carefully placing the coins back in the jar and twisting on the cap, she slipped out the back door and made her way blocks to Rexall's Dru... Read full article

• That Special Person

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  You are Everything To Somebody ~**Right now at this very minute**~ someone, is very proud of you someone, is thinking of you someone, cares about you someone, misses you someone, wants to talk to you someone, wants to be with you someone, hopes you aren't in trouble someone, is thankful for the support you h... Read full article

• Thoughts From Paul Harvey

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  Can you answer this riddle at the bottom? But first, here is a pretty great thought from Paul Harvey. Paul Harvey Writes: We tried so hard to make things better for our kids that we made them worse. For my grandchildren, I'd like better. I'd really like for them to know about hand me down clothes and homemade ice cream and leftover meat loaf sandwiches. I rea... Read full article

• Some Good Advice

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  Maybe God wants us to meet a few wrong people before meeting the right one so that when we finally meet the right person, we will know how to be grateful for that gift. When the door of happiness closes, another opens, but often times we look so long at the closed door that we don't see the one which has been opened for us. The best kind of friend is the kind you c... Read full article

• Some Great Advice

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  1. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully. 2. Marry a man/woman you love to talk to. As you get older, their conversational skills will be as important as any other. 3. Don't believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want. 4. When you say, "I love you", mean it. 5. When you say, "I'm sorry", look the person in the eye. ... Read full article

• God's Cake

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  Sometimes we wonder, "What did I do to deserve this?" or "Why did God have to do this to me?" Here is a wonderful explanation! A daughter is telling her Mother how everything is going wrong, she's failing algebra, her boyfriend broke up with her and her best friend is moving away. Meanwhile, her Mother is baking a cake and asks her daughter if she would like a s... Read full article

• A Wonderful Tribute To Moms

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  JUST A MOM? A woman, renewing her driver's license at the County Clerk's office was asked by the woman recorder to state her occupation. She hesitated, uncertain how to classify herself. "What I mean is," explained the recorder, "Do you have a job or are you just a......?" "Of course I have a job," snapped the woman. "I'm a Mom."... Read full article

• Take Hold of Every Moment

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  A friend of mine opened his wife's underwear drawer and picked up a silk paper wrapped package: "This", he said, "isn't any ordinary package." He unwrapped the box and stared at both the silk paper and the box. "She got this the first time we went to New York, 8 or 9 years ago. She has never put it on. Was saving it for a special occasion. Well, I guess this is it.... Read full article

• Come with me to a third grade classroom

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  There is a nine year old kid sitting at his desk and all of a sudden, there is a puddle between his feet and the front of his pants are wet. He thinks his heart is going to stop because he cannot possibly imagine how this has happened. It's never happened before, and he knows that when the boys find out he will never hear the end of it. When the girls find out, they'll never speak to him again as ... Read full article

• Attitude

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  The 92 year old, petite, well-poised and proud lady, who is fully dressed each morning by eight o'clock,with her hair fashionably coifed and makeup perfectly applied, even though she is legally blind, moved to a nursing home today. Her husband of 70 years recently passed away, making the move necessary. After many hours of waiting patiently in the lobby of the nursing hom... Read full article

• Two Traveling Angels

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  Two traveling angels stopped to spend the night in the home of a wealthy family. The family was rude and refused to let the angels stay in the mansion's guest room. Instead the angels were given a small space in the cold basement. As they made their bed on the hard floor, the older angel saw a hole in the wall and repaired it. When the younger angel asked why, the older angel ... Read full article

• I'll Be Happy When

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  We convince ourselves that life will be better after we get married, have a baby, then another. Then we are frustrated that the kids aren't old enough and we'll be more content when they are. After that, we're frustrated that we have teenagers to deal with. We will certainly be happy when they are out of that stage. ... Read full article

• Dirt Roads

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  What's mainly wrong with society today is that too many Dirt Roads have been paved. There's not a problem anywhere today, crime, drugs, education, divorce, delinquency that wouldn't be remedied, if we just had more Dirt Roads, because Dirt Roads give character. People that live at the end of Dirt Roads learn early on that life is a bumpy ride. That it can jar you rig... Read full article

• Merry What!

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  T'was the month before Christmas When all through our land, Not a Christian was praying Nor taking a stand. Why the Politically Correct Police had taken away, The reason for Christmas - no one could say. The children were told by their schools not to sing, About Shepherds and Wise Men and Angels and things. It might hurt people's feelings, the teachers would... Read full article

• My Wish For You

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  I wish for you Comfort on difficult days, Smiles when sadness intrudes, Rainbows to follow the clouds, Laughter to kiss your lips, Sunsets to warm you heart, Gentle hugs when spirits sag, Friendship to brighten your being, Beauty for your eyes to see, Confidence for when you doubt, Faith so you can believe, Cour... Read full article

• Read Each One Carefully & Think About It For A Second or Two

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  1. I love you not because of who you are, but because of who I am when I am with you. 2. No man or woman is worth your tears, and the one who is, won't make you cry. 3. Just because someone doesn't love you the way you want them to, doesn't mean they don't love you with all they have. 4. A true friend is someone who reaches for your hand and touches your heart. ... Read full article

• Some Great Words of The Wise

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  LOVE starts with a SMILE, grows with a KISS, and ends with a TEAR. DON'T cry over anyone who won't cry over you. Good Friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. You can only go as far as you push. ACTIONS speak louder than words. The HARDEST thing to do is watch the one you love, love somebody else. DON'T let the past ... Read full article

• Read Carefully & Understand The Meanings

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  1. Love starts with a smile, grows with a kiss, and ends with a tear. 2. Don't cry over anyone who won't cry over you. 3. If love isn't a game, why are there so many players? 4. Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. 5. You can only go as far as you push! 6. Actions speak louder than words. 7. The hardest th... Read full article

• Running In The Rain

  Article 54 votes (0) comments (0) views (496)

  A little girl had been shopping with her Mom in Wal-Mart. She must have been 6 years old, this beautiful red haired, freckle faced image of innocence. It was pouring outside. The kind of rain that gushes over the top of rain gutters, so much in a hurry to hit the earth it has no time to flow down the spout. We all stood there under the awning and just inside the door of the Wal-Mart. We... Read full article

• Things You Should Try On Your Boyfriend/Girlfriend

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  1. Hold their hands whenever you possibly can. 2. Put your arms around their waist and whisper in their ears. 3. Kiss them every chance you get. 4. Hold them close when they're cold. 5. When you are alone, hold her close and kiss her. 6. Kiss her on the tip of her nose (it will give them the hint that you want to kiss them.) 7. While in the movie, put your arm aroun... Read full article

• How You Know It's True Love

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  1. Your heart beats faster when you hear their name. 2. Your body melts when you are in their arms. 3. They are the only one that you want to be with. 4. No one else is even worth looking at. 5. You would walk for miles in the snow just to see them. 6. You will do everything in your power to make them happy. 7. When every romantic thing makes you think of them. 8... Read full article

• Great Words For A Monday

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  Be understanding to your enemies. Be loyal to your friends. Be strong enough to face the world each day. Be weak enough to know you cannot do everything alone. Be generous to those who need your help. Be frugal with that you need yourself. Be wise enough to know that you do not know everything. Be foolish enough to believe in miracles. ... Read full article

• I Wuv You Friend

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  Somewhere between the *procrastination... Read full article

• Here's A Few Reasons Why Guys Like Girls

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  1. They will always smell good even if its just shampoo 2. The way their heads always find the right spot on our shoulder 3. How cute they look when they sleep 4. the ease in which they fit into our arms 5. the way they kiss you and all of a sudden everything is right in the world 6. How cute they are when they eat 7. The way they take hours to get dressed but in th... Read full article

• A Special Touch From An Angel

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  There was this little girl sitting by herself in the park. Everyone passed by her and never stopped to see why she looked so sad. Dressed in a worn pink dress, barefoot and dirty, the girl just sat and watched the people go by. She never tried to speak. She never said a word. Many people passed by her, but no one would stop. The next day I decided to go back to the park in curiosity to ... Read full article

• Today, Especially For You

  Article 74 votes (0) comments (0) views (513)

  Today, I will delete from my diary two days: yesterday and tomorrow... Yesterday was to learn and tomorrow will be the consequence of what I can do today. Today, I will face life with the conviction that this day will not ever return. Today, is the last opportunity I have to live intensely, as no one can assure me that I will see tomorrow's sunrise. Today, I w... Read full article

• All About The Little Things

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  Too often we don't realize what we have until it is gone; Too often we wait too late to say "I'm sorry - I was wrong." Sometimes it seems we hurt the ones we hold dearest to our hearts; And we allow foolish things to tear our lives apart. Far too many times we let unimportant things into our minds; And then it's usually too late to... Read full article

• YI LUV YEWY

  Article 60 votes (0) comments (0) views (514)

  I got your back You got mine, I'll help you out Anytime. To see you hurt To see you cry, Makes me weep And wanna die. And if you agree To never fight, It wouldn't matter Who's wrong or right. If a broken heart Needs a mend, I'll be right there To the end. If your cheeks are wet From drops of tears, Don't you ... Read full article

• Some Things We Keep

  Article 21 votes (0) comments (0) views (517)

  I grew up in the forties and fifties with practical parents - A Mother, God love her, who washed aluminum foil after she cooked in it, then reused it. - A Father who was happier getting old shoes fixed than buying new ones. Their marriage was good, their dreams focused. Their best friends lived barely a wave away. I can see them now, Dad in trousers, tee shirt and a... Read full article

• How To Stay Young

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  1. Throw out nonessential numbers. This includes age, weight and height.     Let the doctor worry about them. That is why you pay him/her. 2. Keep only cheerful friends. The grouches pull you down. 3. Keep learning. Learn more about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever... Never let the brain idle.     "An idle mind is the de... Read full article

• The Speeding Driver

  Article 63 votes (0) comments (0) views (523)

  Jack took a long look at his speedometer before slowing down: 73 in a 55 zone. Fourth time in as many months. How could a guy get caught so often? When his car had slowed to 10 miles an hour, Jack pulled over, but only partially.Let the cop worry about the potential traffic hazard.Maybe some other car will tweak his backside with a mirror.The cop was stepping out ... Read full article

• Mr. Fleming

  Article 32 votes (0) comments (0) views (526)

  His name was Fleming, and he was a poor Scottish farmer. One day, while trying to make a living for his family, he heard a cry for help coming from a nearby bog. He dropped his tools and ran to the bog. There, mired to his waist in black muck, was a terrified boy, screaming and struggling to free himself. Farmer Fleming saved the lad from what could have been a slow and terrifying ... Read full article

• Sand And Stone

  Article 67 votes (0) comments (0) views (534)

  Two friends were walking through the desert. During some point of the journey, they had an argument; And one friend slapped the other one in the face. The one who got slapped was hurt, but without saying anything, Wrote in the sand: Today my best friend slapped me in the face. They kept on walking until they found an oasis where... Read full article

• I've Learned

  Article 11 votes (0) comments (0) views (537)

  - That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person. - That when you're in LOVE, it shows. - That just one person saying to me, "You've made my day!" makes my day. - That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world. - That being kind is more important than being right. - That you should never say "no" t... Read full article

• A Good Moral Lesson

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  A turkey was chatting with a bull. "I would love to be able to get to the top of that tree," sighed the turkey, "but I haven't got the energy." "Well, why don't you nibble on some of my droppings?" replied the bull. "They are packed with nutrients." The turkey pecked at a lump of dung, and found it actually gave him enough strength to reach the lowest branch ... Read full article

• Remember The Mayonnaise Jar

  Article 38 votes (0) comments (0) views (539)

  When things in your life seem almost to much to handle, when 24 hours in a day are not enough, remember the mayonnaise jar... A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him. When the class began, wordlessly, he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls. He then asked the students if the jar was full. They a... Read full article

• Everyone NEEDS This List To Live By

  Article 39 votes (0) comments (0) views (541)

  The most destructive habit......................................... Worry The greatest Joy....................................................... Giving The greatest loss...................................................... Loss of self-respect The most satisfying work........................................... Helping others The ugliest personality trait......................... Read full article

• The Maya Angelou Interview

  Article 71 votes (0) comments (0) views (549)

  In April, Maya Angelou was interviewed by Oprah on her 70+ birthday. Oprah asked her what she thought of growing older. And, there on television, she said it was "Exciting!" Regarding body changes, she said there were many, occurring every day... like her breasts. They seem to be in a race to see which will reach her waist first. The audience ... Read full article

• Imperfections

  Article 27 votes (0) comments (0) views (560)

  A water bearer in China had two large pots, each hung on the ends of a pole which he carried across his neck. One pot had a crack in it, while the other pot was perfect and always delivered a full portion of water. At the end of the long walk from the stream to the house, the cracked pot arrived only half full. For a full two years this went on daily, with the bearer delivering only one... Read full article

• Special People

  Article 28 votes (0) comments (0) views (571)

  To the special people in my life... People come into your life for a Reason, a Season or a Lifetime. When you know which one it is for a person, you will know what to do for that person. When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you with guidance and support, t... Read full article

• The Lovers of The Heart

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  In order to form a more perfect kiss, enable the mighty hug to promote to whom we please but one kiss. Article 1: Statement of Love: The Kiss 1. Kiss on the hand.... I adore you 2. Kiss on the cheek... I just want to be friends 3. Kiss on the neck... I want you 4. Kiss on the lips... I love you 5. Kiss on the ears... I am just playing 6. Kiss anywhere else ... Read full article

• Awww... Sooo Sweet...

  Article 56 votes (0) comments (0) views (578)

  A girl asked a guy if he thought she was pretty. He said, "No" She asked him if he would want to be with her forever. and he said, "No" She then asked him if she were to leave would he cry? Once again he replied with a no. She had heard enough... As she walked away, tears streaming down her face the boy grabbed her arm a... Read full article

• The Positive Side of Life

  Article 24 votes (0) comments (0) views (579)

  Living on Earth is expensive, but it does include a free trip around the sun every year. How long a minute is depends on what side of the bathroom door you're on. Birthdays are good for you; the more you have, the longer you live. Happiness comes through doors you didn't even know you left open. Ever notice that the people who are late are often much jollier... Read full article

• You Are Special

  Article 35 votes (0) comments (1) views (583)

  A well known speaker started off his seminar by holding up a $20.00 bill. In the room of 200, he asked, "Who would like this $20 bill?" Hands started going up. He said, "I am going to give this $20 to one of you, but first, let me do this. He proceeded to crumple the $20 dollar bill up. He then asked, "Who still wants it?" Still the hands were up in the air. Well, h... Read full article

• A Hockey Story

  Article 18 votes (0) comments (0) views (628)

  So our day begins at the golf course, where I have been battling in the Lindy Ruff all day. We call it quits and head into the club house for some Bob Beers and some Kelly Buchburgers. After crushing many drinks, we decided to hit the local night club to check out some Carl Dykhaus and some Joe Nieuwendykes. I noticed that I was getting eyeballed by some Neil Sheehy and she had a bit of a D... Read full article

• I'm Glad You Are In My Dash

  Article 22 votes (0) comments (0) views (630)

  I read of a man who stood to speak At the funeral of a friend He referred to the dates on her tombstone From the beginning...to the end. He noted that first came her date of birth And spoke the following date with tears, But he said what mattered most of all Was the dash between those years. (1934-1998) For that dash represents all the time ... Read full article

• The Building of Women

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  By the time the Lord made women, he was into his sixth day of working overtime. An Angel appeared and said, "Why are you spending so much time on this one?" And the Lord answered and said, "Have you seen the spec sheet on her? She has to be completely washable, but not plastic, have 200 movable parts, all replaceable, run on black coffee and leftovers, have a lap that can hold th... Read full article

• What Tree Did You Fall From?

  Article 69 votes (0) comments (0) views (730)

  Find your birthday and then find your tree. This is cool and somewhat accurate. Then send it to your friends, including the one that sent it to you, so they can find out what tree they fell from, but do not forget to change the subject line to your tree. Find your tree below and see what you are like... Dec 23 to Jan 01 Apple Tree Jan 01 to Jan 11 Fir Tree Jan 12 to Jan 24 Elm... Read full article

• There Are Moments In Life When You Miss Someone

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  There are moments in life when you miss someone so much that you just want to pick them from your dreams and hug them for real! When the door of happiness closes, another opens; but often times we look so long at the closed door that we don't see the one which has been opened for us. Don't go for looks; they can deceive. Don't go for wealth; even that fades away. Go for s... Read full article

• Philosophy 101

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  The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the Peanuts comic strip. You don't have to actually answer the questions. Just read the e-mail straight through, and you'll get the point. 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 contest. 4. Name t... Read full article

• Women

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  They smile when they want to scream. They sing when they want to cry. They cry when they are happy and laugh when they are nervous. They fight for what they believe in. They stand up for injustice. They don't take "no" for an answer when they believe there is a better solution. They go without new shoes so their children can have them. ... Read full article

• Imagine

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  There is a bank that credits your account each morning with $86,400. It carries over no balance from day to day.Every evening it deletes whatever part of the balance you failed to use during the day and then replaces it once again. What would you do? Draw out ALL OF IT, of course! Each of us has such a bank. It's name is TIME... Every morning, it credits you wi... Read full article

• Slow Dance

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  Have you ever watched kids, on a merry-go-round? Or listened to the rain, slapping on the ground? Ever followed a butterfly's erratic flight? Or gazed at the sun into the fading night? You better slow down, don't dance so fast. Time is short, the music won't last. Do you run through each day, on the fly? When you ask, How are you? Do you hear t... Read full article

• I Wish You Enough

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  At an airport I overheard a father and daughter in their last moments together. They had announced her plane's departure and standing near the door she said,"Daddy, our life together has been more than enough. Your love is all I ever needed. I wish you enough, too, Daddy." They kissed good-bye and she left. He walked over toward the window where I was seated. Standin... Read full article

• See If You Can Change Your Thinking

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  A great note for all to read it will take just 37 seconds to read this and change your thinking. Two men, both seriously ill, occupied the same hospital room. One man was allowed to sit up in his bed for an hour each afternoon to help drain the fluid from his lungs. His bed was next to the room's only window. The other man had to spend all his time flat on his back. The ... Read full article

• Here's To The Most Precious Things In Life

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  A group of students were asked to list what they thought were the present "Seven Wonders of the World".Though there was some disagreement, the following got the most votes: 1. Egypt's Great Pyramids 2. Taj Mahal 3. Grand Canyon 4. Panama Canal 5. Empire State Building 6. St. Peter's Basilica 7. China's Great Wall While gathering the votes, th... Read full article