I found out that people are incredibly compassionate and kind. It really changed my view of the world.
Jeannette WallsLook at the way you live. You've sold out. Next thing I know you'll become a Republican." She shook her head. "Where are the values I raised you with?
Jeannette WallsThe dangerous falls were the ones that happened so fast you didn't have time to react
Jeannette WallsI hate Erma," I told Mom... "You have to show compassion for her..." She added that you should never hate anyone, even your worst enemies. "Everyone has something good about them," she said. "You have to find the redeeming quality and love the person for that." "Oh yeah?" I said. "How about Hitler? What was his redeeming quality?" "Hitler loved dogs," Mom said without hesitation.
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