If we magnified blessings as much as we magnify disappointments, we would all be much happier. —John R. Wooden
“If we magnified blessings as much as we magnify disappointments, we would all be much happier.”

John R. Wooden basketball coach, author

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good thought

Steve from NC, August 10, 2017

Very nice

aiza from sarda, December 18, 2015

how fitting - lovely perspective - thank you!

NULL from NULL, November 26, 2014

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