"Everything I Needed to Know About Life, I Learned From A Jigsaw Puzzle"

1. Don't force a fix -- if something is meant to be, it will come together naturally.
   

2. When things aren't going so well, take a break. Everything will look different when you return.
   

3. Be sure to look at the picture.  Getting hung up on little pieces only leads to frustration.
   

4. Perseverance pays off.  Every important puzzle went together bit by bit, piece by piece.
   

5. When one spot stops working, move to another, but be sure to come back later.  (See #4.)
   

6. The creator of the puzzle gave the picture as the guidebook.  Refer to the creator's guidebook often.
   

7. Variety is the spice of life.  It's the different colors and patterns that make the puzzle interesting.
   

8. Working together with friends and family makes any task fun.
   

9. Establish the border first.  Boundaries give a sense of security and order.
   

10. Don't be afraid to try different combinations. Some matches are surprising.
    

11. Take time often to celebrate your successes (even little ones.)
    

12. Anything worth doing takes time and effort.  A great puzzle can't be rushed.
    

13. When you finally reach the last piece, don't be sad.  Rejoice in the masterpiece you've made and enjoy a well-deserved rest.

     

    

    	            Ooooo
    Some people     	(   )
    come into our lives	 ) /
    and quickly go.         (_/

    	ooooO	Some people
    	(   )	become friends
    	 \ (	and stay awhile...
    	  \_)

    leaving beautiful    Ooooo
    footprints on our	(   )
    hearts....	        	 ) /
                                   (_/

    	ooooO
    	(   )	and we are
    	 \ (	never quite the same
    	  \_)	because we have made 
    		a good friend!!

    Yesterday is history.
    Tomorrow a mystery.
    Today is a gift.
    That's why it's called the present!!