Words of Wisdom From Shel Silverstein
February 28, 2017
Never fear the unknown.
It’s better to “leave the place where the smoke blows black, and the dark street winds and bends,” even if you don’t know what’s on the other side. — Where the Sidewalk Ends
Always take the garbage out.
It may not be fun, but if you don’t do this chore then your trash will “reache across the state, from New York to the Golden Gate.” — Sarah Cynthia Sylvia Stout Would Not Take the Garbage Out
Use your imagination.
That lost puzzle piece could be, “a magical bean,or a fold in the red velvet robe of a queen.” — Picture Puzzle Piece
Never lose your head.
It’s the hardest thing to find. After all, “you can’t call to it, 'cause your mouth is on it.” — Loser
Remember the days of the week.
Ignore the negative voices.
Never let the “meaner and duller” people get you down. — Us
Never ride in shoes with strangers.
Or, more realistically, cars. Especially if the drivers are named Ickle Me, Pickle Me, or Tickle Me. — Ickle Me, Pickle Me, Tickle Me Too
A tug-o-war never solves anything.
But in a hug-o-war, everyone wins. — Hug O War
It's ok to be small.
After all, with the exception of writing, everything is easier when you’re one inch tall. — One Inch Tall
Whenever you can, give.
Your actions may not always be appreciated, but in the end you will be happy. — The Giving Tree
