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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.
4. Name ten
people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.
5. Name the last
half dozen Academy Award winner 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 are the ones that care.
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