Thought for Today

Life Quiz 1

ANONYMOUS

This isn’t like any other quiz . . . don't bother getting a pen and paper.

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 contest.
4. Name the ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer prizes.
5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for Best Actor and Best Actress.
6. Name the last decades’ worth of World Series winners.

How did you do?

The point is, none of us remembers the headliners of yesterday. And these are no second-rate achievers. They’re the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten.

Life Quiz 2

ANONYMOUS

Now here’s another quiz. See how you do on this one.

1. Name two teachers who aided your journey through school.
2. Name three friends who helped you through a difficult time.
3. Name five people who taught you something worthwhile.
4. Think of five people who have made you feel appreciated and special.
5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.
6. Name six people whose stories have inspired you.

Easier?

The lesson!

The people who make a difference in your life aren’t the ones with the most credentials, the most money, the most awards; they’re the ones who care. On which list would your name be placed?