in times of trouble, remember.

children learn what they live!  from Dorothy Law Nolte

How tough is it to climb to this elevation?  Is there an easy way to get there? 

if a child lives with criticism, he learns to condemn.
if a child lives with hostility, he learns to fight.
if a child lives with ridicule, he learns to be shy.
if a child lives with shame, he learns to feel guilty.
if a child lives with tolerance, he learns to be patient.
if a child lives with encouragement, he learns confidence.
if a child lives with praise, he learns to appreciate.
if a child lives with fairness, he learns justice.
if a child lives with security, he learns to have faith.
if a child lives with appioval, he learns to like himself.
if a child lives with acceptance and friendship, he learns to find love in the world.
Dorothy Law Nolte

melancholy describes my feelings after i re- discovered a plaque in my garage, with this timeless quote.   there is nothing that can be said to take away the pain.  nothing