Coming of Age
Passalongs about learning as we grow older
I've learned that I like my teacher because she cries when we sing "Silent Night."-Age 6
I've learned that if you want to cheer yourself up, you should try cheering someone else up.-Age 14
I've learned that although it's hard to admit it, I'm secretly glad my parents are strict with me.-Age 15
I've learned that silent company is often more healing than words of advice.-Age 24
I've learned that brushing my child's hair is one of life's great pleasures.-Age 26
I've learned that wherever I go, the world's worst drivers have followed me there.-Age 29
I've learned that if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that no one will believe it.-Age 39
I've learned that there are people who love you dearly but just don't know how to show it.-Age 42
I've learned that you can make some one's day by simply sending them a little note.-Age 44
I've learned that the greater a person's sense of guilt, the greater his or her need to cast blame on others.-Age 46
I've learned that children and grandparents are natural allies.-Age 47
I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.-Age 48
I've learned that singing "Amazing Grace" can lift my spirits for hours.-Age 49
I've learned that motel mattresses are better on the side away from the phone.-Age 50
I've learned that you can tell a lot about a man, by the way he handles a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.-Age 51
I've learned that keeping a vegetable garden is worth a medicine cabinet full of pills.-Age 52
I've learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you miss them terribly after they die.-Age 53
I've learned that making a living is not the same thing as making a life.-Age 58
I've learned that if you want to do something positive for your children, work to improve your marriage.-Age 61
I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.-Age 62
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.-Age 64
"Even when I have pains, I don't have to be one..."
I've learned that everyone can use a prayer.-Age 72
I've learned that it pays to believe in miracles. And to tell the truth, I've seen several.-Age 75
I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.-Age 82
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.-Age 85
I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.-Age 92
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