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OT – A Philosophy Check from Charles Schulz

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I have an unofficial personal philosophy, when politics, wars, nastiness, deceit, crusades, money, and other aspects of modern strife BUG me: What Would Snoopy Do??

Probably dance!!!

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Oh man – that is a keeper!  Thanks for sharing Ginnie.  That really made a difference in my life!

You’re more than welcome. i have huge respect for Charles Schulz, and the post I answered Carol Ann’s with tells all: Carol, thank you so much for reminding me of that gentle genius. I knew him, in person only slightly; but from his work, I knew volumes. I did Peanuts artwork for years, and that required almost an encyclopedic knowledge of Schulz’ cartoon strips and editorial themes over the years. He drew his characters’ travails from life, and from personal experience. He did one memorable Sally trying to cross a busy street against a conniving Walk light, from his experience trying to cross the street in front of our building! I was asked once in a corporate training class, on excellence, who in the world I would most like to take to dinner, and what one question would I ask them. Most of the folks in the class picked politicians or CEO’s or other big names in "big" or notorious cirumstances. I picked Charles Schulz, and wanted to ask him how he managed to be so consistent over all the years of his strips. So consistent in his gentle philosophy of the little guy and the everyman. He WAS all of his characters. And I don’t know one person on the planet who met him, who didn’t love him. He was a regular man of regular habits. He ice-skated every day, and taught Sunday School. He played tennis, and he was a stickler for quality in the message and taste of his cartoons, and every product around the globe that bore his images. I’ve never encountered anyone like him, who was such a champion of friendship, respect and decency. I have an unofficial personal philosophy, when politics, wars, nastiness, deceit, crusades, money, and other aspects of modern strife BUG me: What Would Snoopy Do?? Ginnie

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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – 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 contest. 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 three people who have taught you something worthwhile. 4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special. 5. Think of three people with whom you enjoy   spending time. 6. 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. (With thanks to Carol Ann on the LC group) Ginnie

Oh man – that is a keeper!  Thanks for sharing Ginnie.  That really made a difference in my life!  I have been struggling with my desire to acheive and be recognized, and my conflicting desire to love and raise a family.  It seems that you cant do both to the fullest at the same time.  Especially when your time is wasted on migraines.  You only live once, and the path you choose to take is an important decision.  This has really impacted mine.

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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 contest. 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 three people who have taught you something worthwhile. 4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special. 5. Think of three people with whom you enjoy   spending time. 6. 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. (With thanks to Carol Ann on the LC group) Ginnie

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