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Learning to Live Well

Date: Apr 11 2008

Author: ruth_123

Lesson

Happiness is not a destination but a day-by-day journey.

I read this message on a daily devotional book I have been subscribing for years. I was touched by the story of a lady named Tamer Lee Owens who credited “laughter, the Lord, and the little things” for making it to her 104^th birthday celebration.

Of course, not all of us will be able to live 104 years. Some will barely make it to 60, 70 or 80 years. But no matter how much time we are given to stay here on earth, we can learn from Tamer Lee how to enjoy each day in our lives.

“The cheerful live longest in years, and afterwards in our regards. Cheerfulness is the offshoot of goodness.”

- Christian Nestell Bovee

People who laugh often live longer as they overcome the darkness of trouble with

a cheerful disposition. Remember the Filipino comedian Rene Requiestas? A huge picture of his toothless grin (one which paved the way to his stardom) was displayed during his funeral so that people will always remember him for the laughter and fun he brought as an actor.

“God is the brave man’s hope and not the coward’s excuse.”

- Plutarch

There always comes a time when we are faced with indecision in making plans for our lives. Uncertainty of the future battles against our will but oftentimes it is our unwavering faith in God that makes us determined to take the risk and succeed. The conviction of knowing that God will never forsake those who call unto Him enables us to move on.

“That man is richest whose pleasures are the cheapest.”

- Henry David Thoreau

It does not take a lot of money, power and fame to enjoy life. Waking up with the

thought that your family and friends love you for who you are, taking a good sip of Coke to refresh yourself on an extra hot day, laughing at some silly jokes shared by a colleague – all these are simple things which can give real happiness that we oftentimes overlook.

All of us are given chances to make our lives well-lived and memorable enough even if we depart from this world. No matter what life brings, it only takes a right attitude to keep us going. Laughter, the Lord and the little things – well, we may not make it to 104 years, but we can enjoy each day of our lives with these in mind.

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George.col

Colombia

yes.. it is truth the real happiness is found in the simple things. Example your friends.. sharing with them, laughting, being in silence.. every thing is good…

But some times we don't see that. Thanks for this lesson

it was really good!

gilbs76

Philippines

It's really true! Live life to the fullest!!!

Natashechka

Russian Federation

Happiness is an attitude. We either make ourselves miserable, or happy and strong. The amount of work is the same…(Francesca Reigter)

manisharya

India

its nice

Flad

Egypt

thanks for such nice topic

ANGEL BAGHDAD

Iraq

I it very nice. I love it

jhessy

American Samoa

yah i agree with that ruth… we have to enjoy life because we might not know how long our end up

kukuka

Ukraine

They wrote right words but in reality it's hard to follow them. A human being can't be satisfied with things he has, he can't enjoy them. He always wants something else. This is just our nature we can't change it.

Bruellyyang

China

I want to make friends with you,will you?

Bruellyyang

China

You write very well.I like it very much.thank you!

KingLee

China

really good for us!

ekusoft

China

great

fuck your life

Germany

sound good

Cranos

China

Ya thats really cool information,but I wonder why a lot of people are heavly stressed.

They want to smile but fails …..

Because of poverty,a lot fails to pose for a smile.

So tell me what is happiness,being well in all areas of life and reaciving your daily portion to survive….

juanin11

Venezuela

thanks all, for you replies. I am tring live my life in form correct. and learning english for I will undestand better yours message. I love us

vanilla_leaf

China

make every day count…and never deluge in your own confusion,cheers up and see the bright side of your life ,don't stay still and just wait for something you imagining,take actions next minute trying to accomplish it.