Guest guest Posted January 1, 2002 Report Share Posted January 1, 2002 There is an old fable in which the mighty oak tree which stood for over one hundred years finally was blown over by a storm. The tree feel into a river that floated it downstream until it came to rest among the reeds growing along the riverbank. The fallen giant asked the reeds in amazement, " How is it that you were able to weather the storm that was too powerful for me, an oak tree, to withstand? " The reeds replied, " All these years you stubbornly resisted the winds that swept your way. You took such pride in your strength that you refused to yield, even a little bit. We, on the other hand, have not resisted the winds, but have always bent with them. We recognized the superior power of the wind and so, the harder the wind blew the more we humbled ourselves before it. " Always remember to bend with the wind, and you won't be blown over by the storm! --- Author Unknown It's smart to pick your friends - but not to pieces. ------------------- I was sent this the other day from a good friend and I have read it several times. It says so much to me. I hope that you enjoy it as well and have a great day. With kindest regards, Harold http://gemsofthought.tripod.com/poetry/ --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.312 / Virus Database: 173 - Release 31/12/01 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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