Lessons From Andy Rooney

Andy Rooney was a television star, writer and humorist.  Here are a few profound things he shared with us.

I’ve learned….

That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person.

 I’ve learned….

That when you’re in love, it shows.

 I’ve learned …

That just one person saying to me, ‘You’ve made my day!’ makes my day.

 I’ve learned….

That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful

feelings in the world.

 I’ve learned….

That being kind is more important than being right.

 I’ve learned….

That you should never say no to a gift from a child.

 I’ve learned….

That I can always pray for someone when I don’t have the strength to help

him in any other way.

 I’ve learned….

That no matter how serious your life requires you to be, everyone needs a

friend to act goofy with.

 I’ve learned….

That sometimes all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand.

 I’ve learned….

That money doesn’t buy class.

 I’ve learned….

That it’s those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular.

 I’ve learned…

That under everyone’s hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved.

I’ve learned….

That to ignore the facts does not change the facts.

 I’ve learned….

That when you plan to get even with someone,you are only letting that

person continue to hurt you.

 I’ve learned….

That love, not time, heals all wounds.

 I’ve learned….

That the easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself

with people smarter than I am.

 I’ve learned….

That everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile.

 I’ve learned….

That no one is perfect until you fall in love with them.

 I’ve learned….

That life is tough, but I’m tougher.

 I’ve learned….

That opportunities are never lost; someone will take the ones you miss.

 I’ve learned….

That when you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.

 I’ve learned….

That I wish I could have told my Mom that I love her one more time before

she passed away.

 I’ve learned….

That one should keep his words both soft and tender, because tomorrow he

may have to eat them.

 I’ve learned….

That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks.

 I’ve learned….

That when your newly born grandchild holds your little finger in his little fist,

you’re hooked for life.

 I’ve learned….

That everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness

and growth occurs while you’re climbing it.

 I’ve learned….

That the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done.

 

Thanks, Andy Rooney.  Such true words…..such life lessons!

Yes, love and joy and abundant living!  That’s what we are all about!