I would describe Papaw as a man who taught by his example not so much by his words of instruction. Obviously I'm not talking about scripture related teachings because he was stellar at using his words to teach God's ways. I'm talking more about life's lessons, principles, and unspoken laws of success. Example: I don't remember him specifically teaching me how to work hard with his words. He would just show me how to work hard by raking leaves like a crazy man.
So I find that I have learned more from Papaw by watching him, than by listening to him.
I'm curious, can you remember specific sayings, or lessons, or clear instruction from Papaw? Did he have some golden nuggets of success that he shared with you? What were some of the famous words that Papaw lived by, and also shared with you?
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RW used to tell me, "Preparation plus Opportunity equals Success."
It always seemed to come up when we were talking about my career. If I remember correctly it was usually in the same context as "study to show yourself approved" although I know he would use it in any context.
"A reader is a leader." He would then go on to explain who to use different colored highlighters when reading through a book.
I remember him telling me to do something constructive with my summer when I was 5. Ok, well maybe I was 14. I definitely didn't know what to do that would qualify.
"You gotta pay your dues."
"Do something with your life"
"Lead, follow, or get out of the way." I heard these often growing up.....
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