Unlock a Smile

Always saying "I" and "me,"
egotists make poor company.
Altruists have found the key, 
unlocking smiles with "you" and "we."

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Vanya Evangeline

July 7, 2025 at 4:20 AM

This is a wisdom we need now more than ever, Janice. A lot of self-help these days are teaching people to love themselves and setting boundaries (to keep others out!). Some of them are probably necessary, but for the most part it seems like the culture is promoting self-centredness. Congrats on the very well-deserved win.

Elaine George

October 4, 2020 at 4:56 AM

Words of wisdom, dear Janice.

Janice Canerdy

October 4, 2020 at 5:06 PM

Thanks so much, Elaine. Janice

Rico Leffanta

October 3, 2020 at 11:51 AM

Well said! Something for the Trumps to ponder over the weekend! Aloha! Rico

Janice Canerdy

October 4, 2020 at 5:06 PM

Thanks, Rico. Janice

Lindsay Laurie

October 2, 2020 at 6:30 PM

Hello Janice … I also notice that there is no ‘I’ in YOU, WE, or US. Wise words indeed Janice - Lindsay

Janice Canerdy

October 3, 2020 at 11:43 AM

Thank you so much, Lindsay. Janice

Daniel Turner

October 2, 2020 at 4:30 PM

This one is a keeper Janice. It is my opinion, that the most valuable gift one can give is their time. It is common for folks to donate material items but when they donate their time it becomes an investment. Are you enjoying the cooler weather? I hope you are well:)

Janice Canerdy

October 3, 2020 at 11:45 AM

Yes, giving of time speaks volumes. I am loving this weather. Thanks so much, Danny. Hope you too are well. Janice