To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children;
To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends;
To appreciate beauty, to find the best in others;
To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition;
To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived.
This is to have succeeded.
"Yes, Taryn, I think that the terrorist bombings were absolutely atrocious! I am not a fan of terrorism." "Oh, TJ, I couldn't agree with you more. Terrorism is bad."
"Uh, Mom! Do you mind? We're trying to talk here!"
Awwwwwww!!!! He's such a good brother! He may hug her too hard and press his face into hers, but his heart is definitely in the right place!