Elders' Wise Sayings

Don't complicate life. We won't be here forever. Once this day is over, it's gone forever. Your time is too valuable to waste on nonsense.*

*No matter what knocks you down in life, get back up and keep going.*
*Never give up. Great blessings are a result of great perseverance.*

*Talking about our problems is our greatest addiction. Break the habit.*
*Talk about your joys.*

*Good things come to those who believe, better things come to those who are patient, and the best things come to those who don't give up.*

*Do not pray for an easy life; pray for the strength to endure a difficult one.*

*Disappointments were not meant to destroy you. They were meant to strengthen you & give you fortitude to accomplish your God-given destiny.*

*We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we don't have, but of appreciating what we do have.*

*Regrets are for pussies. Shit happens, deal with it and just enjoy the ride.*

*Your child will follow your example, not your advice.*

*One day, you'll be just a memory for some people. Do your best to be a good one.*

*Associate yourself with people of good quality, for it is better to be alone than in bad company.*

*Don't fear change. You may lose something good, but you may also gain something great.*

*When you love what you have, you have everything you need.*

*The greatest act of faith some days is to simply get up and face another day.*

*Never let the things you want make you forget the things you have. *GRATITUDE.*

*Commitment means staying loyal to what you said you were going to do, long after the mood you said it in has left you.*

*When you choose to forgive those who have hurt you, you take away their power.*

*Patience is not the ability to wait, but how you act while you're waiting.*

*Isn't it ironic:*
*- We ignore the ones that adore us*
*- Adore the ones who ignore us*
*- Love the ones who hurt us*
*- Hurt the ones that love us*

*Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together. Every story has an end, but in life every end is just a new beginning.*

*You were born to win, although to be a winner, you must plan to win, prepare to win, & expect to win.*

*Every day is a NEW beginning, take a deep breath and START AGAIN.*

*Don't compare your progress with that of others. We all need our own time to travel our own distance.*

*Surround yourself only with people who are going to lift you higher.*

*Bad things happen:*
*- Every day.*
*-To everyone.*
*The difference is in how people deal with it.*

*When you make a commitment, you build hope. When you keep it, you build trust.*

*Two things define you: Your patience when you have nothing, and your attitude when you have everything.*

*Being honest may not get you a lot of FRIENDS but it'll always get you the RIGHT ONES.*

*Shoutout to everyone trying to get their life together. Working on yourself is the hardest part of life. Keep going, no matter where you are.*

*Be selective in your battles. Sometimes peace is better than being right.*

*Keep people in your life who truly love you, motivate you, and make you happy. If you know people who do none of these things, let them go.*

*Be happy not because everything is good, but because you can see the good side of everything.*
*OPTIMISM*

*Surround yourself with positive people who will support you when it rains, not just when it shines.*

*Being defeated is often a temporary condition; giving up is what makes it permanent.*

Life Perspectives by Andy Rooney

My dear brother from another mother and friend I will love you to take time to read this, I promise you'll come  away with an enlightened perspective. The subjects covered  affect us all, on daily basis:
   
They're  written by Andy Rooney, a man who had the gift of saying so  much with so few words.  .........Enjoy.........


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 some 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 simple walks with my father around the block on summer  nights when I was a child did wonders for me as an  adult.

I've  learned ....  That life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets  to the end, the faster it goes.

I've  learned ....  That we should be glad God doesn't give us everything we ask  for.

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, that 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.
To all of you.... Make sure you read all  the way down to the last  sentence.

It's  National Friendship Week. Show your friends how much you  care. Send this to everyone you consider a FRIEND.

YOU ARE MY BROTHER AND FRIEND, I AM HONORED!

Last Words of Billionaire Steve Jobs on the sick bed

CEO and maker of iPad...iPhone etc

He died a billionaire
And here are his last words

On the sick bed

Steve Jobs’ Last Words -

I reached the pinnacle of success in the business world.
In others’ eyes, my life is an epitome of success.

However, aside from work, I have little joy. In the end, wealth is only a fact of life that I am accustomed to.

At this moment, lying on the sick bed and recalling my whole life, I realize that all the recognition and wealth that I took so much pride in, have paled and become meaningless in the face of impending death.

In the darkness, I look at the green lights from the life supporting machines and hear the humming mechanical sounds, I can feel the breath of god of death drawing closer…

Now I know, when we have accumulated sufficient wealth to last our lifetime, we should pursue other matters that are unrelated to wealth…
Should be something that is more important:

Perhaps relationships, perhaps art, perhaps a dream from younger days ...
Non-stop pursuing of wealth will only turn a person into a twisted being, just like me.

God gave us the senses to let us feel the love in everyone’s heart, not the illusions brought about by wealth.

The wealth I have won in my life I cannot bring with me.
What I can bring is only the memories precipitated by love.
That’s the true riches which will follow you, accompany you, giving you strength and light to go on.

Love can travel a thousand miles. Life has no limit. Go where you want to go. Reach the height you want to reach. It is all in your heart and in your hands.
What is the most expensive bed in the world? - "Sick bed" …

You can employ someone to drive the car for you, make money for you but you cannot have someone to bear the sickness for you.
Material things lost can be found. But there is one thing that can never be found when it is lost – "Life".

When a person goes into the operating room, he will realize that there is one book that he has yet to finish reading – "Book of Healthy Life".

Whichever stage in life we are at right now, with time, we will face the day when the curtain comes down.

Treasure Love for your family, love for your spouse, love for your friends...

Treat yourself well. Cherish others.

As we grow older, and hence wiser, we slowly realize that wearing a $300. or $30.00 watch - - -  - - - - they both tell the same time...
Whether we carry a $300 or $30.00 wallet/handbag - - - - - - - the amount of money inside is the same;

Whether we drink a bottle of $300 or $10 wine - - - - - - - - - - - -  the hangover is the same;

Whether the house we live in is 300 or 3000 sq. ft. - - - - - - - -  loneliness is the same.

You will realize, your true inner happiness does not come from the material things of this world.

Whether you fly first or economy class, if the plane goes down - - - - - - --you go down with it...
Therefore..I hope you realize, when you have mates, buddies and old friends, brothers and sisters, who you chat with, laugh with, talk with, have sing songs with, talk about north-south-east-west or heaven &
earth, .... That is true happiness!!

Five Undeniable Facts of Life :
1. Don't educate your children to be rich. Educate them to be Happy. So when they grow up they will know the value of things not the price.

2. Best awarded words in London ... "Eat your food as your medicines. Otherwise you have to eat medicines as your food."

3. The One who loves you will never leave you for another because even if there are 100 reasons to give up he or she will find one reason to hold on.

4. There is a big difference between a human being and being human.
Only a few really understand it.

5. You are loved when you are born. You will be loved when you die.  In between, You have to manage!

NOTE: If you just want to Walk Fast, Walk Alone! But if you want to Walk Far, Walk Together!

Six Best Doctors in the World

1. Sunlight
2. Rest
3. Exercise
4. Diet
5. Self Confidence and
6. Friends

Maintain them in all stages of Life and enjoy healthy life.

Sent with Smiles, Affection and Love !!

How much do you know about Bitter Leaf

Bitter Leaf also known as *Veronia Amygdalina* in scientific parlance is an aborigine of Africa. It can be cooked, juiced or chewed raw. Regular consumption of this vegetable helps to regulate blood cholesterol levels which is a risk factor for heart attack and stroke. Bitter leaf is rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Due to the presence of nutrients especially *Beta Carotene*, it controls the synthesis of female sex hormones. This allows women to stay younger and healthy for a longer duration of time. Bitter leaf has been shown to significantly *lower blood sugar levels*. It does not only reduce blood sugar, it also helps to repair the pancreas. The plant has been widely used and recognised for its efficacy in preventing malaria. *Drinking the juice alone is an antidote for malaria*. Consumption of the plant is helpful in increasing milk production in breast feeding mothers. It increases appetite in anorexia(loss of appetite). It is also useful in treating sleeplessness(insomnia) and boosting immune function. It can be utilised in the management of coughs, helminthiasis(worm infestations) constipation ,and as fertility inducers. There are strong revelations that bitter leaf if incorporated in the diet can slow cancer growth and even kill cancer cells.

Abraham Lincoln and JF Kennedy

Can a history teacher explain this ...

Abraham Lincoln was elected to Congress in 1846.

John F. Kennedy was elected to Congress in 1946.

Abraham Lincoln was elected President in 1860.

John F. Kennedy was elected President in 1960.

Both were particularly concerned with civil rights.

Both their wives lost a child while living in the White House.

Both Presidents were shot on a Friday.

Both Presidents were shot in the head.

Now it gets really weird.

Lincoln's secretary was named Kennedy.

Kennedy's Secretary was named Lincoln.

Both were assassinated by Southerners.

Both were succeeded by Southerners named Johnson.

Andrew Johnson, who succeeded Lincoln, was born in 1808.

Lyndon Johnson, who succeeded Kennedy, was born in 1908.

John Wilkes Booth, who assassinated Lincoln, was born in 1839.

Lee Harvey Oswald, who assassinated Kennedy, was born in 1939.

Both assassins were known by their three names.

Both names are composed of fifteen letters.

Now hang on to your seat.

Lincoln was shot at the theater named "Ford."

Kennedy was shot in a car called "Lincoln" made by "Ford."

Booth and Oswald were assassinated before their trials.

And here's the "kicker":

A week before Lincoln was shot, he was in Monroe, Maryland.

A week before Kennedy was shot, he was with Marilyn Monroe.

AND...................:

Lincoln was shot in a theater and the assassin ran to a warehouse...

Kennedy was shot from a warehouse and the assassin ran to a theatre...        

Worth a share ...!!!

26 Life Principles

     *A*
        ✍
      *ACCEPT*
      Accept others for
      who they are and
      for the choices they
      have made even if
      you have difficulty
      understanding their
      beliefs, motives
      or actions.

          *B*
        ✍
      *BREAK AWAY*
      Break away from
      everything that
      stands in the way
      of what you hope
      to accomplish
      with your life.

          *C*
        ✍
      *CREATE*
      Create a family
      of friends whom
      you can share your
      hopes, dreams,
      sorrows, and
      happiness together.

          *D*
        ✍
      *DECIDE*
      Decide that you’ll be
      successful *&* happy
      come what may, and
      good things will find
      you. The roadblocks
      are only minor
      obstacles along
      the way.

          *E*
        ✍
      *EXPLORE*
      Explore & experiment.
      The world has much
      to offer, and you
      have much to give.
      And every time you
      try something new,
      you’ll learn more
      about yourself.

          *F*
        ✍
      *FORGIVE*
      Grudges only weigh
      you down and inspire
      unhappiness *&* grief.
      Soar above it, and
      remember that
      everyone makes
      mistakes.

          *G*
        ✍
      *GROW*
      Leave the childhood
      monsters behind. They
      can no longer hurt you
      or stand in your way.

          *H*
         ✍
       *HOPE*
      Hope for the best
      and never forget that
      anything is possible
      as long as you remain
      dedicated to the task.

          *I*
        ✍
      *IGNORE*
      Ignore the negative
      voice inside your head.
      Focus instead on your
      goals and remember
      your accomplishments.
      Your past success is only
      a small inkling of what
      the future holds.

          *J*
        ✍
      *JOURNEY*
      Journey to new worlds,
      new possibilities, is
      mostly by remaining
      open-minded.
      Try to learn something
      new every day and you
      will grow in Knowledge.

          *K*
        ✍
      *KNOW*
      Know that no matter
      how bad things seem,
      to be they will always
      get better.
      The harshest Winter
      always follows the
      Warmth of Spring.

          *L*
        ✍
      *LOVE*
      Let love fill your
      heart instead of hate.
      When hate is in your
      heart, there is *NO* room
      for anything else,
      but when love is in
      your heart, there’s
      room for endless
      happiness.

         *M*
        ✍
      *MANAGE*
      Manage your time and
      your expenses wisely,
      and you’ll suffer less
      stress and worry.
      Then you’ll be able to
      focus on the important
      things in life.

         *N*
        ✍
      *NOTICE*
      Never ignore the poor,
      infirm, helpless, weak,
      or suffering people.
      Offer your assistance
      when possible, and
      always your kindness
      and understanding.

         *O*
        ✍
      *OPEN*
      Open your eyes and
      take in all the beauty
      around you.
      Even during the
      worst of times,
      there’s still much
      to be thankful for.

          *P*
        ✍
       *PLAY*
      Never forget to have
      fun along the way.
      Success means nothing
      without happiness.

         *Q*
        ✍
      *QUESTION*
      Ask many questions,
      because you are here
      to learn & be informed.

          *R*
        ✍
      *RELAX*
      Refuse to let worry
      and stress rule your
      Life, and remember
      that things always
      have a way of working
      out in the end.

          *S*
        ✍
      *SHARE*
      Share your talent,
      skills, knowledge,
      and time with others.
      Everything that you
      invest in others will
      return to you many
      times Multiplied.

           *T* 
         ✍
       *TRY*
      Even when your
      dreams seem
      impossible to reach,
      try anyway. You’ll be
      amazed by what you
      can accomplish.

          *U*
        ✍
      *USE*
      Use your gifts to
      your best ability.
      Talent that is wasted
      has no value. Talent
      that is made into
      efforts will bring
      unexpected rewards.

           *V*
         ✍
      *VALUE*
      Value the friends and
      family members who
      have supported and
      encouraged you *&* be
      there for them as well.

          *W*
         ✍
      *WORK*
      Work hard every day
      to be the best person
      you aspire to be, but
      never feel guilty if you
      fall short of your goals.
      Every *sunrise* offers
      a second chance.

           *X*
         ✍
      *X-RAY*
      Look deep inside the
      hearts of those around
      you and you will see
      the goodness and
      beauty within.

          *Y*
        ✍
      *YIELD*
      Yield to commitment.
      If you stay on track
      and remain dedicated,
      you will find success
      at the end of the road.

           *Z*
     
✍
      *ZOOM*
      Zoom to a happy
      place when bad
      memories or sorrow
      rears its ugly head.
      Let nothing interfere
      with your goals.
      Instead, focus on
      your abilities, in
      your dreams, and
      a brighter tomorrow.

Easiest Way to a Miserable Life

The easiest way to a miserable life is to think everybody is talking about you. Learn to ignore and overlook many things if you truly want happiness in life.

Never allow anyone to steal your joy from you.

Never worry yourself about what people say behind your back because its none of your business as long as you are true to yourself.

Sometimes minding your own business does not keep people out of your business.

No matter your situation in life people will always talk. You can never stop people from talking about you, what you can do is to stop giving them what to talk about.

There is a time limit for every rumor in life. Never allow freelance broadcasters put your life in hold. Do what makes you happy. Anyone who cannot feel your pain, has no right to judge you in life. 70% of those who talk bad about you behind your back, wish to be like you.

When people can't be like you they try to bring you down and condemn what you have. Those without money will sarcastically say money is not everything in life. (Is poverty anything?)

Never allow anyone to put you in a position of depression and self pity in life. Those whose life has no joy will always find every means to remove happiness from other peoples life.

Enemies are inevitable if there's GRACE of GOD in your life. If no one has never gossiped or talked bad about you means nothing good has ever happened to you. Grace can turn an old friend to a new enemy.

Never feel bad when old friends become new enemies. They are just tired of acting painfully like enemies as friends.

Never allow the opinions of people who didn't see your tears stop your laughter in life. You don't owe anybody an explanation to be happy.

Never see yourself through the eyes of those who don't value you.

To be beautiful means to be yourself. To stand out is to be out-standing. You do not need to be accepted by others. You just need to accept yourself.

Never beg anyone to accept you for who you are. Anything you acquire through begging will require begging to maintain.

Be humble but selective. Being selective doesn't mean you are arrogant or proud. It simply means you know your worth. If you are conscious of your personality avoid too much familiarity.

Sometimes when you treat people too much like celebrities, they end up treating you like ordinary fan. You are equally important.

Never downgrade yourself while trying to upgrade anybody in life. Anyone who sees you like an option doesn't deserve to be a priority in your life.

The dream of a fool is for everybody to become a bloody fool. Avoid negative people if you have a dream. Those without mission will say your vision is just an illusion.

Negative minds will never give you a positive life. Anyone who is always reminding you about what is wrong with you has a personal problem which he/she wants to take out on you.

Most people spend half of their entire life analyzing the faults in other peoples life, when their own lives need urgent repairs.

Never worry yourself about enemies and friends, because everybody in your life will eventually fall into one of two categories.

Some will hate you and some will love you. Loving you or hating you are both in your favor. When people love you, you live peacefully and happily in their heart; and when people hate you, you become the landlord in their head living painfully in their brain everyday and giving them sleepless nights.

Never allow negative people to rent a space in your life, kick them out of your life and increase the rent.

May God continue to guide our lives on the right path even if our souls doesn't want to be so. Amen