i've learned

I've learned
that I can't choose how I feel, 
but I can choose what I do about it.

I've learned
that life is tough,
but I'm tougher.

I've learned
that no matter how serious your life requires you to be,
everyone needs a friend to act goofy with.

I've learned
that sometimes all persons needs is
a hand to hold and a heart to understand.

I've learned
that under everyone's hard shell is
someone who wants to be appreciated and loved.

I've learned
that a smile is an inexpensive way
to improved your looks.


I've learned
that everyone you meet deserves
to be greeted with a smile.

I've learned
that it's those small daily happenings
that make life so spectacular.

by, Andy Rooney