I've learned that people will forget what you said,
people will forget what you did,  
but people will never forget how you made them feel. 

I've learned that you shouldn't go through life 
with a catcher's mitt on both hands. 
You need to be able to throw something back.

I've learned that if you pursue happiness, 
it will elude you.

But if you focus on your family, your friends, the needs of others, your work and doing the very best you can,
happiness will find you.

I've learned that whenever I decide something 
with an open heart,
  I usually make the right decision.

I've learned that even when I have pains, 
I don't have to be one.

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.

I've learned that you should 
pass this on to someone you care about.
Sometimes they just need a little something 
to make them smile.

I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.