Today is Monday, December 31st, 2012; Karen's Korner #2476
This time of the year is a good time to get and give books of all kinds, sizes and interests.
A smaller book which I have just read is titled "Simple Joys of the Amish Life" by Mindy Starns Clark and Georgia Varozza.
The first chapter is titled "The Joy of the Amish Life", and begins with these quotes:
"The Amish themselves don't always understand our attention either,
but in response a wise Amish man once issued the following challenge:
If you admire our faith, strengthen yours.
If you admire our sense of commitment, deepen yours.
If you admire our community spirit, build one.
If you admire the simple life, cut back.
If you admire quality merchandise or land stewardship, make quality.
If you admire deep character and enduring values, live them.
"This popular saying is frequently posted on the walls of restaurants and tourism attractions in Amish country. The first time I saw it, I understood why its message was so important. We can't all be Amish, but in many ways, we would do well to follow their example."
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Some good thoughts as we begin the New Year! Happy New Year's Eve!!
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