Salon - - Philosophy

Paris · #1 07-20-2005, 08:07 AM

The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the "Peanuts" comic strip. You don't have to actually answer the questions. Just read straight through and you'll get the point.

1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.

2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.

3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America.

4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.

5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winner for best actor and actress.

6. Name the last decade's worth of World Series winners.

How did you do?

The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. These are no second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.

Here's another quiz. See how you do on this one:

1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.

2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.

3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.

4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.

5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.

Easier?

The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They are the ones that care.

"Don't worry about the world coming to an end today. It's already tomorrow in Australia." (Charles Schultz

Cheers,
Paris

Kraellin · #2 07-20-2005, 08:24 AM

excellent, Paris, and so very true. thank you

Craig

Gary Richardson · #3 07-20-2005, 02:04 PM

Thanks Paris. That's just so true. By the way what time is it in Australia ?

Kraellin · #4 07-20-2005, 02:17 PM

also, paris, since you live in australia, that means that if we do blow up the world you wont know it because we did it yesterday and you're already past that

ok, enough of that; it makes my head swim

Craig

Marthig · #5 07-20-2005, 05:28 PM

Very nice and agree with Gary and Craig; it's so true !

I love the phrase about being tomorrow in Australia ! May I borrow it ? (I know it's by Schultz but you found it !)

Craig - now you made my head spin

Regards to all - Martha

GaryRP · #6 07-21-2005, 12:16 AM

And for those of us living in tomorrow (Adelaide, South Australia) ... to those living in Yesterday ...

Who wants todays lottery results ...!!!!!

soleah · #7 07-21-2005, 01:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaryRP

And for those of us living in tomorrow (Adelaide, South Australia) ... to those living in Yesterday ...

Who wants todays lottery results ...!!!!!

Addendum:
We watched "Episode III: Revenge of the Sith" first!

Greetings here from Guam! (Same time as Sydney)

Thanks Paris. This is very nice.

Paris · #8 07-21-2005, 06:57 AM

Thank you all for your appreciation - use as you will.

It got me thinking about so many people who have passed through my life and whose lives I had passed through. Made me a little sad in some ways, reflecting on memories and those no longer around.

Gary: here it is time for a beer, but then it always is

Good luck with the 1st test and lock up your women, Shane Warne is about

Paris

Kraellin · #9 07-21-2005, 08:46 AM

Quote:

Craig - now you made my head spin

dont get me started

you shld read my treatise 'on a right turn'. will drive you spinny.

Quote:

to those living in Yesterday ...

Who wants todays lottery results ...

hehehe

you know, those tests and the quote would be something suitable for framing if done up on a nice paper and font.

Craig

Gary Richardson · #10 07-21-2005, 10:09 AM

Hi Paris,

Well, we've turned you over for 190 runs in the first innings, but we've just started one of our famous batting collapses, Glen McGrath looks to be in excellent form (curse him), so could be a very interesting Ashes series.

I'm just off to have a beer as well, and to watch the rest of the game (luckily I'm between contracts at the moment, so I can enjoy watching all the test on the telly).