My Dad taught me many things, but the one that seems important right now is the difference between givers and takers.
Those who work hard and give back; and those who cut corners, make excuses, claim to know better than anyone else, and simply don’t care about anyone except themselves.
Could it be obvious to include those who spend time causing trouble, snooping, gossiping, twisting the truth, embellishing, exaggerating, harming innocent people, being judgemental, or intimidating others who disagree with them?
I’d don’t know if I’d actually refer to troublemakers with the word, lazy. But they certainly are not spending time making their life or anyone else’s life better. That sounds right.
My Dad was the dictionary definition of hard work. He did work hard and he worked smart, because he always had time for me.
Other family members, too.
Yes, growing up, my Dad always made time for work to earn a living and support his family. He also set work aside and made time for his family.
My family went to Church services together on Sunday. Dad believed, a family who prays together stays together. And boy oh boy, was he all about family.
We dressed up for Church, because it was a time to show our respect.
I felt good, among friends. It was heartfelt. Everyone was on their best behavior. Polite to each other. Kind. I loved those times.
I sang in the choir, too. We had get-togethers in the “community hall.” Had bake sales to raise funds for the needy.
Hard work led to success for the family and success for our church family.
He proved beyond any doubt that hard work and sacrifice leads to happiness. Happy, successful people have no time or desire to fight, swear, bicker, protest or riot.
Happy people feel love for their neighbor. Respect for others and “hard workers” give thanks for what they have — rather than complain about what they don't have.
Hard work, time for family and praying together are the keys to happiness.
I hope Dad’s Wisdom helps you, like it helps me.
You would have liked my dad. He would have made you feel as though you were the most important person he's ever met.
I know he would have liked you. Have a wonderful day. Give someone your smile today.