Sunday, January 4, 2009

Whats Important



This is so true. Bless Charles Schultz for making it so simple.


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 winners 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 .




'Don't worry about the world coming to an end today.
It's already tomorrow in Australia.' (Charles Schultz)



Aren't Friends and Family Great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

6 comments:

Daniel said...

Yes, I truly believe that! Those selfish people who wins awards and stuff like that do service only when they are on tv. But when they are not on tv or not being noticed about it, they are ignorant bastards with a lot of money!

Jennifer and Jameson said...

Hey Shelly,
I'm glad you found me! Long time no see. That is so true...thanks for the insight!!

Putz said...

my last blog was on impotant scout stfuff,, i mentioned sucking raw rotten turkey egg, treasure hunts with scouts, babby ruth candy bars for criminals{i was going to put that picture of me from the poster on my blog, but daniel said not too, he said it was too graphic for the general public}and canoe rides on guunison res

Anonymous said...

Shelly, that is a wonderful blog that really made me think. It is so true that the people who really make a difference in your life are not the ones the world would like us to believe in. The people that really make a difference are your friends and family! Thanks for putting it all in perspective!

dust and kam said...

Very true!

So I guess I am totally slacking in my commenting! :P
I totally lost my position as #1 - sometimes #2. commentor. Sad, sad. lol

Shell said...

You changed you profile name but if you add the old and new one you are number 2.