Date: Thu Jun 6, 2002
Subject: Interesting idea.
The
following [was sent] to me...the second half would make an interesting
album/page with little/no pictures and lots of journaling.
Charles Schultz Philosophy
You don't actually have to take the quiz. Just read the email straight
through, and you'll get the point (an awesome one) that it is trying to
make!
Take this quiz:
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Name
the five wealthiest people in the world.
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Name
the last five Heisman trophy winners.
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Name
the last five winners of the Miss America contest.
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Name
ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer prize.
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Name
the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress.
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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:
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List
a few teachers who aided your journey through school.
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Name
three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.
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Name
five people who have taught you something worthwhile.
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Think
of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.
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Think
of five people you enjoy spending time with.
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Name
half a dozen heroes whose stories have inspired you.
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.
Now
go scrap 'em!