Received from a cousin swinging along a strong branch of the family
tree.

By the way, I flunked the first part of the quiz.  Think I'm changing my
name to "Sieve."

S.

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Sent: Wednesday, May 10, 2000 9:40 AM

 Take this quiz:
     Name the five wealthiest people in the world.
     Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.
     Name the last five winners of the Miss America contest.
     Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.
     Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and
actress.
     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 no 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:
        List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.
         Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult
time.
         Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.
         Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and
 special.
          Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.
        Name half a dozen heroes whose stories have inspired you.
         Name a handful of people who have compassionate hearts.

       Easier?
       The lesson?

  The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones
 with the best business, the most credentials, the most money, or the
most
 awards.  They are the ones that care.