> > > You don't have to actually answer the questions. Just ponder on them.

> > > Just read the e-mail 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 pageant.
 
> > > 4 Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize..
 
> > > 5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners 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 not 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 five people who have taught you something worthwhile.

> > > 4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special

> > > 5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with 

> > > 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 simply are the ones who care the most.
 
> > > Pass this on to those people, who have either made a difference in your life, or whom you keep close in your heart, like I did.

> > > Don't worry about the world coming to an end today. It's already tomorrow in Australia!

> > > Be Yourself! Everyone Else Is Taken!