Thursday, June 11, 2009

what i've learned

I have been truly blessed in my life with great people that have taught me so much through their wonderful examples. Here are some of the things I have learned directly or indirectly from the examples of such wonderful friends and family members...


from Dan: don't be afraid to speak your mind and have your OWN opinion

from my Mom: live off of your own strength but don't forget to let others in.

from my Dad: unconditional love never fades

from my Grandma: family is the most important

from Reed (dad-in-law): there is ALWAYS room for everyone

from Julie (ma-in-law): be dependable and serve others

from Bridgett: you can keep going far beyond the point when you thought you couldn't

from Robb: by changing one, eternity will be changed

from Anthon: our family is not complete without all of us.

from Heather B: be yourself 100%, and love it!

from Whitney: be humble

from Nicole & Quinn: Hard work and dedication pays off (literally "pays" off)

from Emily: friends (or sisters) make the best therapists

from Jesse: change comes through years, love, and children

from Beck: make someone smile everyday, and be able to laugh at yourself.

from Jem: acceptance of others is effortless.

from Eric: continually strive to be better always

from Ed: good friends also love your kids

from Muff: be someone others can depend on

from Noah: most things can be solved with a treat ;)

and some honorable mentions.....

from Rush Limbaugh: Silence is better then listening to talk radio

from President Obama: sometimes 6 pack abs just aren't enough to change the country.

2 comments:

Jem said...

I've learned that its not what you have in your life but who you have in your life that really counts and I'm so glad I have you in my life.

Jon. Jamie. Ethan. Lynsi. Katie. said...

WOW! I want to copy some of those quotes they are so great, hope you don't mind. YOu have some very influecial people in your life!
Did Obama really say that about a 6 pack of abs?