Each of us can add value to the "school" of life

Lonnie Hammack's granddaughter started high school this week. One of her teachers gave her a paper sack filled with several items. Included was the following note:

"Welcome to Mrs. Untiedt Class"

The items in this bag have special meaning:

• The penny is to remind you that you are valuable and special


• The cotton ball is to remind you that this room is to always be full of warm fuzzies - kind words and warm feelings


• The chocolate kiss is to get you through the times when only chocolate will do


• The tissue is to remind you to Let It Out

• The sticker is to remind you that we all need to stick together and help each other.


• The star is to remind you to shine and always try your best


• The gold thread is to remind you that friendship ties our hearts together


• The rubber band is to remind you to bounce back when things don't go the way you expected


• The toothpick is to remind you to "pick out" the good qualities in your classmates


• The bandage is to remind you to stick to it and block out all the negatives


• The eraser is to remind you that we all make mistakes and that is O.K.


• The life saver is to remind you that I will be there to support you when you need it"

This is sound advice for all of us in the "school" of life. May all your years in the school of life be filled with love and wisdom.