This morning I googled my signature saying, “Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.” I came up with 303,000 hits. By changing a word or two, I came up with another 100,000.
Then I got the idea of googling The Golden Rule: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”
Don’t be alarmed. The Golden Rule won out, getting 567,000 hits.
But I googled many other common sayings, including “A stitch in time saves nine”, “A rolling stone gathers no moss”, “A penny saved is a penny earned,” – plus each of the Ten Commandments. Turns out that “Enjoy the little things…” beats them all. It also beats out everything I googled by Oscar Wilde, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Mark Twain and a fellow named Confucius.
What does it prove? Well, not much. As I like to tell my buddy when I beat him at golf, “Doesn’t prove anything except that I’m a little better golfer than you are.” So the above doesn’t prove anything, I guess, except that I’m a little cleverer than Mark Twain and a little wiser than Confucius.
Needless to say, all this is very humbling, although not as humbling as whiffing on the first tee, say.
As to comparing myself to the author of the Ten Commandments, I think not. I had ancestors who did that once, and it turned out badly.
~~ Robert Brault
19 comments:
Thanks, Robert! You gave me a smile again this afternoon. Can't ask for more than that!
One of my favorites... considered tattooing it on a body part then I sobered up ;)
Love this quote, thank you. I have not been by for a while, just really busy and overwhelmed. Think I am catching up though.
Friend Robert, I do declare that you're consistently the most enjoyable blog I read. Amusing, amazing insights, always though-provoking. I cannot imagine how your mind works & keeps churning out gems of wit and wisdom! I also enjoy your friends/followers and wish I were clever enough to put a link here so some of the crumbs from your table could fall off into my blog! I see smart going and coming here, philosophers, artists, funny, thoughtful, sophisticated, artistic people. Just like I'd like to be when I grow up! donkimrey
Well, let's face it. That IS a world-class saying! And you seem to have many more where that one came from...
=)
You always make me smile. :o)
Becky,
Every smile appreciated. Thanks.
Michelle,
Your profile has us all wondering what a "Franken Barbie" looks like. Probably kinda cute.
Marlene,
It's amazing to me how you maintain a blog and live a life at the same time. Me, I live a blog and maintain a life.
Sue,
I've been trying for 26 years to come up with another "Enjoy the little things... ." Nothing close. Looks like I may die a one-quip author.
Maxie,
I really need to catch up on you. Will be over shortly.
smiles all,
rb
Don Anon,
Oops, I forgot you. Sorry. I think I speak for all us thoughtful, artistic sophisticates when I say that we all envy you not growing up. I did read, "The Tin Drum," but by then it was too late.
smiles,
rb
"Used"you again. Love your place. If you are still in the mood for googling and feel like a chuckle. Go to Google Maps and put in Japan for your starting point....and China as your ending destination. Check out direction #43. Happy Googling. And, I did get a chuckle out of your own google findings. What a creature...the computer.
vocalise,
Ah, those Google mappers -- a comical bunch. Actually, that's how Joan and I motored to Paris; she handled the jet ski leg.
smiles,
rb
I agree with donkimrey.
“Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.” .........the evergreen quote...
......and it's not little things you shot often ... rather as u say greatness masqueraded in simplicity.
...... and people on planet recognize the great utterances of you dear robertbrault ....
rgrds
salu.
Ken,
Thanks -- and best wishes on your upcoming sojourn in Brittany. No internet? You are a more resourceful man than I.
salu,
Thank you. In the case of my "great utterances," I'm sure, looking back, we will realize that they were little things.
smiles,
rb
hahaha ....lovely retaliation !!! that makes u the man rb.......
Well if you are a one trick pony (and I don't think you are) at least it was a really good trick.
salu,
I'm not actually the man, just one of my most devoted followers.
karen,
Ah, but I fear sometimes that I've forgotten how to do my one trick.
smiles both,
rb
Just so you know, this quote pretty much has given me a different perspective on life. Since I first read it, it has been constantly on my mind( and on a post-it note next to my bed); reminding me that most of the things really are worth it and that enjoying those little things that some people don't seem to notice can bring more of that positive energy everybody needs.
Thank you! :D
Anon,
It's great to know that my words have touched you so positively. And you are gracious to let me know. Thanks.
smiles,
rb
I've been looking for a way of thanking you. You are, obviously, a very positive person, and surely an excellent example for those who need to lighten up.
Thank you again.
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