[Wants2Fly]

This, from my friend Pat Jolley in New Orleans, who runs a listserve for the arts, music, and cultural communities:

15 Things You Probably
Never Knew or Thought About

1. At least 5 people in this world love you so much they would die
for you.

2. At least 15 people in this world love you in some way.

3. The only reason anyone would ever hate you is because they want
to be just like you.

4. A smile from you can bring happiness to anyone, even if they
don't like you.

5. Every night, SOMEONE thinks about you before they go to sleep.

6. You mean the world to someone.

7. If not for you, someone may not be living.

8. You are special and unique.

9. Someone that you don't even know exists loves you.

10. When you make the biggest mistake ever, something good comes
from it.

11. When you think the world has turned its back on you, take a
look: you most likely turned your back on the world.

12. When you think you have no chance of getting what you want,
you probably won't get it, but if you believe in yourself,
probably, sooner or later, you will get it.

13. Always remember the compliments you received. Forget about the
rude remarks.

14. Always tell someone how you feel about them; you will feel
much better when they know.

15. If you have a great friend, take the time to let them know
that they are great.

[h0kie]

I posted this a while ago in the Kudos (Kudos posting ) ...didn't get the responses I had hoped for. I hope your responses are better.

I they are really neat sentiments. Thanks for reminding me of it!

[angel04]

This is great!! What a way to start my wednesday. I needed to think about these things today.
Thank you both for posting these. Sorry I didn't see yours 1day. Wish I had, but thank you.
T

[SpazKatt]

I love this!

[SeptemberMorn]

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I'd give anything to find out who that someone is!

Thank you for this wants2fly. I'll have to print this out. These are all good life lessons.

Ryan

really nice food for thought..thanks for posting it

[darkeyes]

Good post
There is so much truth to it too

DE

[vacantangel]

I'd like to know who 'someone' is and where all these people are. Also, I don't think I agree with #3.

[neri]

i know who my 5, 6 and 7 is

[Isolated_Guy]

Number 11 really hit me.

That's one I need to put on my mirror so it finally sinks in.

And I found out today that the problem I shared here last night (which I ended up causing a stir over) was all in my head. I accused a friend of mine of turning her back on me because I thought she didn't like the way I look. It turns out all my fears were completely wrong. I keep having to learn things the hard way. I have my foot in my mouth and I deserve it until I stop projecting my self doubts on to others.

[nothemama8]

IG it is so good to see you posting again
Angie

[Isolated_Guy]

Thanks, Angie.

[Wants2Fly]

Apologies, 1Day, that I hadn't read these when you posted them. I guess it goes to prove what advertising execs know -- that an "ad" has to be put in the right place to be effective. Guess it holds true on the Forums, too.


I've noticed a nice change in your avatar, IG.

[h0kie]

No need to apologize I'm glad you found the right forum to advertise in.

It's a great sentiment.