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Posted on 10/06/2001 8:15:49 PM PDT by Joe 6-pack

*** I've Learned ***

I've learned-
that you can do something in an instant
that will give you heartache for lifetime.

I've learned-
that it's taking me a long time
to become the person I want to be.

I've learned-
that you should always leave loved ones
with loving words. It may be the last
time you see them.

I've learned-
that you can keep going
long after you can't.

I've learned-
that we are responsible for what we do

I've learned-
that either you control your attitude
or it controls you.

I've learned-
that regardless of how hot and
steamy a relationship is at first,
the passion fades and there had
better be something else to take
its place.

I've learned-
that heroes are the people
who do what has to be done
when it needs to be done,
regardless of the consequences.

I've learned-
that money is a lousy way of keeping score.

I've learned-
that my best friend and I can do anything
or nothing and have the best time.

I've learned-
that sometimes the people you expect
to kick you when you're down,
will be the ones to help you get back up.

I've learned-
that sometimes when I'm angry
I have the right to be angry,
but that doesn't give me
the right to be cruel.

I've learned-
that true friendship continues to grow,
even over the longest distance.
Same goes for true love.

I've learned-
that just because someone doesn't love
you the way you want them to doesn't
mean they don't love you with all they have.

I've learned-
that maturity has more to do with
what types of experiences you've had
and what you've learned from them
and less to do with how many
birthdays you've celebrated.

I've learned-
that no matter how good a friend is,
they're going to hurt you every
once in a while and you must forgive
them for that.

I've learned-
that it isn't always enough to be
forgiven by others. Sometimes you
have to learn to forgive yourself.

I've learned-
that no matter how bad your heart is broken
the world doesn't stop for your grief.

I've learned-
that our background and circumstances
may have influenced who we are,
but we are responsible for who we become.

I've learned-
that just because two people argue,
And just because they don't argue,
it doesn't mean they do.

I've learned-
that we don't have to change friends
if we understand that friends change.

I've learned-
that you shouldn't be so eager to find out a
secret. It could change your life
forever.

I've learned-
that two people can look at the exact
same thing and see something totally
different.

I've learned-
that your life can be changed in a matter of
hours by people who don't even know you.

I've learned-
that even when you think you have no more
to give, when a friend cries out to you,
you will find the strength to help.

I've learned-
that credentials on the wall
do not make you a decent human being.
I've learned- that the people you care about most in life are taken from you too soon.


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From a guy who's sitting around listening to, "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald," to cheer himself up tonight...
1 posted on 10/06/2001 8:15:49 PM PDT by Joe 6-pack
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To: Joe 6-pack
Thank you Joe....
2 posted on 10/06/2001 8:21:52 PM PDT by LouisianaJoanof Arc
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To: Joe 6-pack
From a guy who's sitting around listening to, "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald," to cheer himself up tonight...

Hmm... I'm sure there must be something better and more uplifting?

3 posted on 10/06/2001 8:22:13 PM PDT by supercat
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To: Joe 6-pack
How's your shep?
4 posted on 10/06/2001 8:22:37 PM PDT by sinkspur
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To: Joe 6-pack
ditto and bump. I have learned these things too...Now, if you can keep them in the forefront of your mind, tell me how.
Peace and God's blessings. YIC, StarfireIV
5 posted on 10/06/2001 8:23:41 PM PDT by StarfireIV
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To: Joe 6-pack
what a great post! Every word of it is so true, and you alot of it has to be "lived" to realize how important the message is.....

I hope you aren't making yourself too sad but just being reflective.

"I've learned- that you should always leave loved ones with loving words.
It may be the last time you see them."

These words I live by - because unfortunately the most unexpected thing can happen and you can live with such regret.

15 years ago, my husband wanted to stop by and see his dad...I didn't complain (though I probably was tired and wanted to just go home). He went, had a wonderful visit with him and they hugged and exchanged loving words. The next day, his dad dropped dead of a heart attack at his job. I was so happy I didn't talk him out of going to see him, and I do practice this always - remembering that lesson that you just never know what a new day can bring.

You learn to be grateful for each day with those you love.

6 posted on 10/06/2001 8:28:56 PM PDT by SunnyUsa
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To: Joe 6-pack
copywrited to: Kathy Kane Hansen

I've learned to give credit where credit is due.

http://mrmom.amaonline.com/poems/I'velearned.htm

7 posted on 10/06/2001 8:35:48 PM PDT by mdittmar
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To: Joe 6-pack
Carefree Highway would be a better choice. Whatever it is pull yourself out of it. Soldier on young man!
8 posted on 10/06/2001 8:36:37 PM PDT by america76
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To: Joe 6-pack
Here's another fine Canadian singer/composer for when you're ready to move along - Stan Rogers. He has some great songs for thinkers, lovers and doers. Thanks for the reminders. They're all true. But don't forget, tomorrow is yet another song. Sing it well.
9 posted on 10/06/2001 8:48:30 PM PDT by BigStick
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To: mdittmar
Thanks..I received this privately, from a source that shall remain anonymous, and no citation was given...A google search of, "I've learned," did not produce the result you've provided. I'm gracious the source was produced here...and grateful to the source for words that mean a lot to me here and now...
10 posted on 10/06/2001 8:52:25 PM PDT by Joe 6-pack
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To: BigStick
Barret's Privateers and Farewell to Old Maui....among my favourites http://www.onlinesupport.pe.ca/~kobrien/stan.html
11 posted on 10/06/2001 9:07:26 PM PDT by pgobrien
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To: Joe 6-pack
No problamo.

P.S.The song "Don't Worry,Be Happy" by that jamacan guy always cheers me up.

12 posted on 10/06/2001 9:08:21 PM PDT by mdittmar
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To: Joe 6-pack
Thanks for posting this...any problem always seems worse at night, but hang on the morning's coming...
13 posted on 10/06/2001 9:49:02 PM PDT by Rustybyrd
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