The Wooden Bowl
I thought this was beautiful and a lesson well learned.
A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and four-year 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. We must do something about Grandfather," 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 when I grow up."
The four-year-old smiled and went back to work. The words so struck the parents 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.
Children are remarkably perceptive. Their eyes ever observe, their ever listen, and their minds ever process the messages they absorb.
If they see us patiently provide a happy home atmosphere for family members, they will imitate that attitude for the rest of their lives.
The wise parent realizes that every day the building blocks are being laid for the child's future. Let's be wise builders and role models.
Lord, we ask not that you move the mountains, but that you give us the strength to climb. "Life is about people connecting with people, and making a positive difference" Take care of yourself, and those you love, today, and everyday!
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 the way he/she handles three things: a rainy day, 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've learned that you should pass this on to everyone you care about. I just did. Sometimes they just need a little something to make them smile.
People will forget what you said ... people will forget what you did but people will never forget how you made them feel.
~Author Unknown
I thought this was beautiful and a lesson well learned.
A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and four-year 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. We must do something about Grandfather," 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 when I grow up."
The four-year-old smiled and went back to work. The words so struck the parents 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.
Children are remarkably perceptive. Their eyes ever observe, their ever listen, and their minds ever process the messages they absorb.
If they see us patiently provide a happy home atmosphere for family members, they will imitate that attitude for the rest of their lives.
The wise parent realizes that every day the building blocks are being laid for the child's future. Let's be wise builders and role models.
Lord, we ask not that you move the mountains, but that you give us the strength to climb. "Life is about people connecting with people, and making a positive difference" Take care of yourself, and those you love, today, and everyday!
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 the way he/she handles three things: a rainy day, 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've learned that you should pass this on to everyone you care about. I just did. Sometimes they just need a little something to make them smile.
People will forget what you said ... people will forget what you did but people will never forget how you made them feel.
~Author Unknown
The 5 W's = God
Happy moments, praise God.
Difficult moments, seek God.
Quiet moments, worship God.
Painful moments, trust God.
Every moment, thank God."
Have you ever been just sitting there and all of a
sudden you feel like doing something nice for someone you
care for... THAT'S GOD... He talks to you through the Holy Spirit.
Have you ever been down and out and nobody seems
to be around for you to talk to... THAT'S GOD...
He wants you to talk to Him.
Have you ever been thinking about somebody that
you haven't seen in a long time and then next thing
you know you see them or receive a phone call from
them... THAT'S GOD... there is no such thing as "coincidence."
Have you ever received something wonderful that
you didn't even ask for, like money in the mail or
a debt that had mysteriously been cleared
THAT'S GOD... He knows the desires of your heart...
Have you ever been in a situation and you had no clue
how it is going to get better, but now you look back
on it... THAT'S GOD... He passes us through
tribulation to see a brighter day...
Do you think that this e-mail was accidentally sent to you? Nope! I was
thinking of you! Please pass this along and share the Power of God... In
all that we do, we should totally give HIM thanks and our blessings will
continue to multiply.
"Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly
endless. "
"For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to
you, Do Not fear, I will help you." (Isaiah 41:13)
Kindly share this one with your friends and love ones.
God's mercy and grace be upon you this day so you can sustain any
difficulties that you will encounter.
~Author Unknown
Happy moments, praise God.
Difficult moments, seek God.
Quiet moments, worship God.
Painful moments, trust God.
Every moment, thank God."
Have you ever been just sitting there and all of a
sudden you feel like doing something nice for someone you
care for... THAT'S GOD... He talks to you through the Holy Spirit.
Have you ever been down and out and nobody seems
to be around for you to talk to... THAT'S GOD...
He wants you to talk to Him.
Have you ever been thinking about somebody that
you haven't seen in a long time and then next thing
you know you see them or receive a phone call from
them... THAT'S GOD... there is no such thing as "coincidence."
Have you ever received something wonderful that
you didn't even ask for, like money in the mail or
a debt that had mysteriously been cleared
THAT'S GOD... He knows the desires of your heart...
Have you ever been in a situation and you had no clue
how it is going to get better, but now you look back
on it... THAT'S GOD... He passes us through
tribulation to see a brighter day...
Do you think that this e-mail was accidentally sent to you? Nope! I was
thinking of you! Please pass this along and share the Power of God... In
all that we do, we should totally give HIM thanks and our blessings will
continue to multiply.
"Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly
endless. "
"For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to
you, Do Not fear, I will help you." (Isaiah 41:13)
Kindly share this one with your friends and love ones.
God's mercy and grace be upon you this day so you can sustain any
difficulties that you will encounter.
~Author Unknown