And those handmade presents that children often bring home from school: They have so much value! The value is that the child put whatever he or she could into making them. The way we parents respond to the giving of such gifts is very important. To the child the gift is really self, and they want so much for their selves to be acceptable, to be loved.
Fred RogersOur worlds needs more time to wonder and reflect but there is too much fast paced constant distraction.
Fred RogersMutual caring relationships require kindness and patience, tolerance, optimism, joy in the other's achievements, confidence in oneself, and the ability to give without undue thought of gain.
Fred RogersThere are three ways to ultimate success: The first way is to be kind. The second way is to be kind. The third way is to be kind.
Fred RogersWhatever we choose to imagine can be as private as we want it to be. Nobody knows what you're thinking or feeling unless you share it.
Fred RogersLittle by little we human beings are confronted with situations that give us more and more clues that we are not perfect.
Fred RogersAt the center of the Universe is a loving heart that continues to beat and that wants the best for every person. Anything that we can do to help foster the intellect and spirit and emotional growth of our fellow human beings, that is our job. Those of us who have this particular vision must continue against all odds. Life is for service.
Fred Rogers