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The Wooden Bowl

I guarantee you will remember the tale of the Wooden Bowl tomorrow, a week from now, a month from now, a year from now. The Wooden Bowl A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and four-year old grandson. The old man's hands trembled, his eyesight was blurred, and his step faltered. The family ate together at the table. But the elderly grandfather's shaky hands and failing sight made eating difficult. Peas rolled off his spoon onto the floor. When he grasped the glass, milk spilled on the tablecloth. The son and daughter-in-law became irritated with the mess. "We must do something about father," said the son. " I've had enough of his spilled milk, noisy eating, and food on the floor." So the husband and wife set a small table in the corner. There, Grandfather ate alone while the rest of the family enjoyed dinner. Since Grandfather had broken a dish or two, his food was served in a wooden bowl! When the family glanced in Grandfather's direction, sometime he had a tear in his eye as he sat alone. Still, the only words the couple had for him were sharp admonitions when he dropped a fork or spilled food. The four-year-old watched it all in silence. One evening before supper, the father noticed his son playing with wood scraps on the floor. He asked the child sweetly, "What are you making?" Just as sweetly, the boy responded, "Oh, I am making a little bowl for you and Mama to eat your food in when I grow up." The four-year-old smiled and went back to work. The words so struck the parents so that they were speechless. Then tears started to stream down their cheeks. Though no word was spoken, both knew what must be done. That evening the husband took Grandfather's hand and gently led him back to the family table. For the remainder of his days he ate every meal with the family. And for some reason, neither husband nor wife seemed to care any longer when a fork was dropped, milk spilled, or the tablecloth soiled. On a positive note, I've learned that, no matter what happens, how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow. I've learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way he/she handles four things: a rainy day, the elderly, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights. I've learned that, regardless of your relationship with your parents, you'll miss them when they're gone from your life. I've learned that making a "living" is not the same thing as making a "life.." I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance. 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 I still have a lot to learn.! I've learned that you should pass this on to everyone you care about. I just did. NOTICE AT THE END, THE DATE THE CANDLE WAS STARTED. GONNA GIVE YOU GOOSE BUMPS. I am not going to be the one who lets it die... I found it believable -- angels have walked beside me all my life--and they still do. The Candle Of Love, Hope & Friendship () |---| |---| |---| This candle was lit on September,15, 1998. Someone who loves you has helped keep it alive by sending it to you. Don't let The Candle of Love, Hope and Friendship die! Pass It On To All Of Your Friends and Everyone You Love! Please keep this candle alive Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow. Don't walk behind me, I may not lead. Just walk beside me and be my friend.

100 years of kisses!

Congratulations to The Hershey Company!!!!! Hershey(R)'S Kisses(R) Brand Chocolates Celebrates Centennial Birthday "World's Largest Hershey(R)'s Kisses(R) Chocolate" Inducted into Guinness World Records(TM) HERSHEY, Pa., July 7, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- The iconic Hershey(R)'s Kisses(R) Brand Chocolates commemorated its 100th anniversary today with a record-breaking celebration in Hershey, Pa. The Hershey Company celebrated the brand's centennial by unveiling "The World's Largest Hershey's Kisses Chocolate" at a birthday event hosted at Hershey's Chocolate World(R) Attraction in Hershey, Pa., The Sweetest Place on Earth(R). Complete with a seven-foot-long plume and 16,460-feet of foil wrapping, The World's Largest Hershey's Kisses Chocolate weighed in at 30,540 pounds and was certified by Guinness World Records(R) as "The World's Largest Piece of Chocolate." (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070707/CLSA005) "Hershey's Kisses Chocolates is one of the world's most beloved brands, helping people connect and share affection for 100 years," said Michele Buck, Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, U.S., The Hershey Company. "Our tribute honors the iconic brand and continues the magic of our yearlong Kiss Someone(TM) celebration. What a great way to start the next 100 years of Hershey's Kisses." The World's Largest Hershey's Kisses Chocolate took nine days to construct and stands 12-feet tall. Consumers can see the making of the commemorative Hershey's Kisses Chocolate by logging on to www.kisssomeone.com or by visiting Hershey's Chocolate World Attraction through July 12, 2007. Hershey's Kisses Chocolates were first introduced on July 7, 1907, at a time when each chocolate piece was wrapped by hand. While the milk chocolate flavor has been an American favorite for 100 years, today the Hershey's Kisses Brand line features a variety of flavors including: Hershey's Kisses with almonds, Hershey's Kisses filled with caramel, Hershey's Kisses Special Dark chocolate, Hershey's Kisses chocolate truffle, Hershey's Kisses filled with peanut butter, Hershey's Kisses filled with cherry cordial creme, Hershey's Hugs and Hershey's Mini Kisses Cookies. Hershey's Kisses also are available in Limited-Edition varieties throughout the year. Visit www.hersheyskisses.com for more information on the Kiss Someone celebration and consumer promotion offering consumers the chance to win a share of $100 million.
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