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Because Nice Matters
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When I was 20 and still in college, I worked for a large chain
store where jewelry was their main product.
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At Christmas time, it was understood that when the jewelry
department got busy, and because that’s where the greatest
margin of profit was, that all available employees were to help
with sales in the jewelry ‘pit’.
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We were all trained to work the counters, but we got a minimum
percentage of commission compared to the regular salespeople’s
salary and commissions. This one evening, the customers were
three deep all around the four sides of the jewelry counters.
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One by one we served the customers and it finally got to a
manageable group in about two hours. Some of my co-workers were
tired and wanted to go back to their departments. Some were
allowed to leave, but I was asked to stay and finish helping our
customers find the jewelry that they were shopping for.
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As I was just about to walk my current customer to the registers
so that she could checkout, I caught sight of a VERY large man
in just filthy overalls.
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He was muddy and he smelled!
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When I returned to the sales counter, all of the other college
students that were there working were whispering and giggling
and not very discreetly.
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I asked them what they were whispering about. And they pointed
to the man at my section of the counter. I told them not to be
so mean. He might be able to hear them. I told them to have the
Christmas spirit and be nice. Because Nice matters.
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They were still giggling as I went to see how I could help him.
When I got to him, he really did smell. It was pretty bad, but
I figured he really wanted something as he had waited a long
time. He thanked me for coming to him and asked to see a
$40,000 aquamarine and diamond ring in the case.
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Gasps and more giggles exploded from my co-workers when they
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“Solace at Sunset”
By Bob Perks
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Life appears empty sometimes. Times like losing
a job, ending a marriage, loss of a loved one, or
financial collapse.
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All endings. I guess that’s it. Things that end remain
empty and hard to fill, replace or let go.
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Then how do you explain sunsets?
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It is indeed an end to something or many things. The
day ends, the celebration concludes, the band stops
playing, the dance is over, the lights go out and we
“call it a day.”
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Seems empty to me.
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Why then do we love sunsets?
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It seems to go so fast when you don’t want the day
to end and much too slow when you can’t wait for it
to be over.
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My curiosity asked “How long is a sunset?”
My searching found this answer. Rather factual,
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Tags: accomplishment, attitude, beauty, change, character, commitment, confidence, courtesy, depression, dream, encouragement, excellence, friends, happiness, heart, inspiration, intelligence, interest, investment, joy, knowledge, leaders, learning, liberty, life, link, love, movie, neighbor, principles, privileges, quality, quotes, recession, strength, success, thought, values, video, wisdom, world
There are great quotes, many of which I love. Then there is what I’ll call timeless wisdom…great thoughts from great leaders who, throughout the ages, have inspired us, encouraged us, and of course, led us to do the right thing.
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That’s what this wonderful 3 minute movie is all about…timeless wisdom. So just sit back, turn up your speakers and enjoy!
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Feb 26 2010
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Tags: actor, actress, appreciation, awards, beauty, caring, champion, difference, elderly, fame, friends, goal, gold, hero, home, honor, inspiration, journey, life, love, magazine, nation, Nobel Prize, Olympics, performance, Pulitzer Prize, teacher, winner, world
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One of those strange newspaper stories told of a 19-year-old woman who had been charged in Los Angeles with two counts of
trespassing — after sneaking into the home of actor Brad Pitt and
trying on his clothes. I suppose we have different ways of adoring
our heroes..
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But who are our real heroes? I was given a little quiz recently. See
how well you do:
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Name the five wealthiest people in the world.
Name five Olympic gold medalists.
Name the last five winners of your national beauty contest.
Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.
Name the last half-dozen Academy Award winners for best actor
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Tags: beauty, championship, excitement, friends, game, happiness, heart, inspiration, instruction, joy, kindness, life, love, moment, performance, power, result, season, smiles, sports, success, team, voice, winner, world
Kevin is a boy who might be described as “slow.” He didn’t learn his
ABCs as fast as other kids. He couldn’t compete in schoolyard races.
But Kevin had a way with people. His bright smile and big heart won
him plenty of friends.
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My friend Randy, the pastor at Kevin’s church, decided they needed a
basketball team for boys. Kevin signed on and soon basketball became
a center of his life. He practiced hard. While the other boys worked
at dribbling the basketball and shooting lay-ups, skills Kevin would
never master, he simply shot baskets. Or more correctly, he threw
the ball AT the basket. He had a special spot near the free throw
line. He threw and threw, and it occasionally went in. On the rare
times that he succeeded, Kevin raised his arms and shouted, “Look at
me, Coach! Look at me!” Randy looked at him. And smiled.
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The day before their first game, Coach Randy gave each player a
bright red jersey. Kevin was number 12. He scrambled himself into
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Jan 31 2010
Posted: under "A Slice Of Life", Advice & Tips, Inspirationals.
Tags: ability, acceptance, accomplishment, action, beauty, belief, chances, choices, commitment, creativity, decision, dreams, encouragement, eyes, family, focus, forgiveness, friends, fun, goals, goodness, happiness, heart, hope, hugs, inspiration, investment, journey, joy, kindness, knowledge, learning, life, love, memories, rewards, sharing, skills, smiles, spring, success, talent, thankfulness, time, understanding, value, voice, winter, world
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* A–Accept *
Accept others for who they are and for the choices they’ve made even if you have difficulty understanding their beliefs, motives, or actions.
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*B–Break Away *
Break away from everything that stands in the way of what you hope to accomplish with your life.
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*C–Create *
Create a family of friends whom you can share your hopes, dreams, sorrows, and happiness with.
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*D–Decide *
Decide that you’ll be successful and happy come what may, and good things will find you. The roadblocks are only minor obstacles along the way.
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*E–Explore *
Explore and experiment. The world has much to offer, and you have much to give. And every time you try something new, you’ll learn more about yourself.
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*F–Forgive *
Forgive and forget. Grudges only weigh you down and inspire unhappiness and grief. Soar above it, and remember that everyone makes mistakes.
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*G–Grow *
Leave the childhood monsters behind. They can no longer hurt you or stand in your way.
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*H–Hope *
Hope for the best and never forget that anything is possible as long as you remain dedicated to the task.
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*I–Ignore *
Ignore the negative voice inside your head. Focus instead on your goals and remember your
accomplishments. Your past success is only a small inkling of what the future holds.
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*J–Journey*
Journey to new worlds, new possibilities, by remaining open-minded. Try to learn something
new every day, and you’ll grow.
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*K–Know *
Know that no matter how bad things seem, they’ll always get better. The warmth of spring always follows the harshest winter.
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*L–Love *
Let love fill your heart instead of hate. When hate is in your heart, there’s room for nothing else, but when love is in your heart, there’s room for endless happiness.
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*M–Manage *
Manage your time and your expenses wisely, and you’ll suffer less stress and worry. Then you’ll be able to focus on the important things in life.
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*N–Notice *