Monday, November 17, 2008

Following Along

Third Man

"My father didn't tell me how to live;
he lived, and let me watch him do it."
---Clarence Budington Kelland

Ten things my dad taught by example:
  1. Love your spouse.
  2. Include your kids.
  3. Sing.
  4. Remember old friends.
  5. Dream big.
  6. Pray.
  7. Honor your parents.
  8. Work hard.
  9. Believe in yourself.
  10. Have fun!

(I'm just counting my blessings.)

What have you learned from a good example?

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8 comments:

  1. ChristieNovember 17, 2008 at 6:10 AM

    What a great picture of your dad! I loved him, in spite of his constant teasing. He was so great.

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  2. kenjuNovember 17, 2008 at 6:58 AM

    Teaching by example is the very best way!

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  3. Kay DennisonNovember 17, 2008 at 7:39 AM

    I learned from less than stellar examples but I did learm a lot.

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  4. PollyNovember 17, 2008 at 10:39 AM

    learned to have fun and have a positive outlook! (what do you mean he didn't tell us how to live? what about lectures #150, #375, #2,458...)???

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  5. meanderingsNovember 17, 2008 at 4:53 PM

    I'm going to print the quote - and hang it on the wall for my dad at the nursing home. He will greatly enjoy it!
    Thanks!

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  6. Ink PoisonNovember 17, 2008 at 9:50 PM

    My mom taught me to have guests over for Sunday dinner. Especially people you like or are curious about.

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  7. mama joNovember 18, 2008 at 12:37 AM

    i agree with polly...he told us nightly during dinner..maybe you weren't listening...i love that picture of dad...he was a great example of positive thinking...mom was a great example of being a great lady...

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  8. JakeNovember 18, 2008 at 7:15 AM

    I just posted on this topic...something I learned from you!!

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