Cafe Diamond - Bollywood Actress, Marathi Songs

I’ve learned that I like my teacher because she cries when we sing “Silent Night”. - Age 6

I’ve learned that you can’t hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk. - Age 7

I’ve learned that when I wave to people in the country, they stop what they are doing and wave back. - Age 9

I’ve learned that just when I get my room the way I like it, Mom makes me clean it up. - Age 13

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 worlds 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 41

I’ve learned that you can make someone’s day by simply sending them a little card. - Age 44

I’ve learned that the greater a person’s sense of guilt, the greater his need to cast blame on others. - Age 46

I’ve learned that children and grandparents are natural allies. - Age 47

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 these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights. - Age 52

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, try 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 catchers mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back. - Age 64

I’ve learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you. But if you focus on your family, the needs of others, your work, meeting new people, and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you. - Age 65

I’ve learned that whenever I decide something with kindness, I usually make the right decision. - Age 66

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 73

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

I asked God to take away my pride.
God said,  “No. It is not for me to take away, but for you to give it up.”

I asked God to make my handicapped child whole.
God said,  “No. Her spirit is whole, her body was only temporary.”

I asked God to grant me patience.
God said,  “No. Patience is a by-product of tribulations; it isn’t granted, it is earned.”

I asked God to give me happiness.
God said,  “No. I give you blessings, happiness is up to you.”

I asked God to spare me pain.
God said,  “No. Suffering draws you apart from worldly cares and brings you closer to me.”

I asked God to make my spirit grow.
God said,  “No. You must grow on your own, but I will prune you to make you fruitful.”

I asked for all things that I might enjoy life.
God said,  “No. I will give you life so that you may enjoy all things.”
I ask God to help me LOVE others, as much as God loves me.
God said, “Ahhhh… Finally you have the idea!”

A high school science teacher wanted to demonstrate a concept to his students. He takes a large-mouth jar and places several large rocks in it. He then asks the class, “Is it full?” Unanimously, the class reply, “Yes!”

The teacher then takes a bucket of gravel and pours it into the jar. The small rocks settle into the spaces between the big rocks. He then asks the class, “Is it full?” This time there are some students holding back, but most reply, “Yes!”

The teacher then produces a large can of sand and proceeds to pour it into the jar. The sand fills up the spaces between the gravel. For the third time, the teacher asks, “Is it full?” Now most of the students are wary of answering, but again, many reply, “Yes!”

Then the teacher brings out a pitcher of water and pours it into the jar. The water saturates the sand. At this point the teacher asks the class, “What is the point of this demonstration?”

One bright young student raises his hand and then responds, “No matter how full one’s schedule is in life, he can always squeeze in more things!”

“No,” replies the teacher, “The point is that unless you first place the big rocks into the jar, you are never going to get them in. The big rocks are the important things in your life — your family, your friends, your personal growth. If you fill your life with small things — as demonstrated by the gravel, the sand, and the water — you will never have the time for the important things.

So, what are the “Big Rocks” in your life? Spending time with your children, your parents or your spouse? Taking the seminar or class to get the information and perspective you need to succeed? Making the time to set goals, plan or evaluate your progress? When you are hassled because there is no time, remember the story about the Big Rocks and the Jar!