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Subject: "To be remembered" - November08, 2005

"I Believe in You!"

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Hello, my friend!

In recent days I have been sadly discovering more and more of my stories edited

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at all of my name.

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Love Bob and Marianne.

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Today's Message:

"To be remembered"

It was just what I needed to hear at just the right time.

I was surprised and pleased.

I was lifted up and inspired to do more, be more and perhaps even expect more from life.

I had no idea that anyone would even notice and yet, she did. A perfect stranger opened my eyes, touched my heart and gave me a gift.

"Aren't you Bob?" she asked.

"Yes, I'm Bob Perks," I replied and reached out my hand to touch hers.

"I see you on television, don't I?"

"Yes, periodically."

"I knew it was you. I was telling my friend as we walked by. I just knew it was you because of your smile. You always smile. Every time I see you, you're always smiling."

My heart started pounding.

My eyes opened wide.

This perfect stranger touched me deep inside.

It wasn't my ego or needing to boast.

She did something wonderful that I needed most.

She said, "I have noticed that you always smile.

I love that about you, I have for awhile.

It is such a pleasure to see someone kind.

When I think of happy I have you in mind.

Forgive me for asking, I am sure that it's true,

"You do know that God is smiling down on you?"

Perhaps that explains it, my smiling you see.

It is a reflection of God's love for me.

So, now I must ask you how do you want to be remembered?

To be remembered kindly...do something for someone who needs a gentle touch.

To be remembered as honest...live with such integrity that no one would ever question your intentions.

To be remembered as generous...be giving to all.

To be remembered as compassionate...don't just say you care, show it.

To be remembered as giving...give before you know there is a need.

To be remembered as a "person of faith"...be faithful in all your actions.

To be remembered as a good worker...remove from your vocabulary the words, "It's not my job."

To be remembered as a good parent...teach by example.

To be remembered as a good spouse...be a good listener, express love, be faithful and forgiving.

To be remembered as a friend...be trustworthy, honest, open and genuine.

To be remembered at all...live fully, love all and smile often.

"I believe in You!"

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Your Comments... If you would like to share brief comment about today's message, please write to Bob@BobPerks.com I will use only first names and no email addresses.

RE: "No more miracles"

Dear Bob,

I just read your "No More Miracles for George". I write this to you through my tears, as I remember a man who was a part of my life for longer than George and Wanda were together. You see, I knew George before Wanda did, and in fact, was somewhat instrumental in their meeting. I was dating a friend of George's, when I was fifteen years old, and the three of us would run around together. George was always a good friend and brother to me and we always had a wonderfully close relationship. There isn't a day that passes that I don't think of and miss him. I was with him that last night he spent in his earthly body. I remember that night with much pain, but I look back to the forty-odd years we shared and the good times we had and think of him as he was before the cancer and the stroke.

We both knew we could count on each other at any time...and Wanda knew this as well. I was blessed to have my sister have such a wonderful relationship with this man called George.

I am, Shirley Young, Wanda's older sister. Thank you for the beautiful thoughts you've shared.

Bob, My husband John was diagnosed with cancer Dec. 26, 2000 and went to be with his Maker on Feb. 26, 2001. He seemingly didn't suffer, at least from pain, during the few weeks he lived following diagnosis. He was ready for death, but the pain of his loss has never left me. Thank you for George's story today. The tears it brought forth were cleansing.

Freda

Dear Bob,

I have been reading from you for a long time. Time and time again, the messages just speak to me in ways I sometimes cannot comprehend!! May the good Lord bless you work, family and relationship with Him as you encourage and warn us as we walk on this earth. I have just read about no more miracles for George, my heart goes out to Him. May the Lords will be done,

The Lord bless,
Sincerely,
Gladys Alusa
(NAIROBI-KENYA)

Bob, You keep making me cry, love to both of you, and praise to Our Father God! Joyce

Hello Bob:

No more miracles...I just cried and cried.....but George has reached his miracle now.....He is away from pain and would not wish to come back......

I will pray for his family and you and yours,

Blessings Bernice

RE: "You just shouldn't mess with time"

Hi Bob!!

Don't you think there is something Wrong!! with jumping from Halloween to Christmas!! What about Thanksgiving!! Why do people Forget to be Thankful for all the good things in their(and my) lives!! Just had to put my 2 cents in!!!

Thanks & God Bless!!

Joyce

Dear Friend: Wow! You described how I felt to the "T"! I am still trying to find the hour I "gained"! I am sure God must look down on us and smile often at us humans, whom He created! He has to have a sense of humor! Time to Him means nothing or a lot.....He decides, not us! But I had to laugh at your experience.....thanks for bringing a laugh and smile to my day. If you find your "hour" please let all your friends know!! Take care, my friend, and my prayers are with you and your Marianne.

I believe in you. Love, Jan McAninch, Ohio

Bob,

I found this story quite amusing. Thanks for the laugh!! Isn't funny how our mind plays tricks on us?

Hope you and Marianne are enjoying your evening, and, that she is feeling better!

Love all ways always,

Gail

Massachusetts

Bob,

i totally know what you mean. it gets so confusing
when the clocks change. i always feel sorry for our
dog. she gets really confused when we change the
clocks. and no wonder.
Eleanor

Bob,

I sat smiling as i read your words today. Here in Queensland Australia, we don't change our clocks. We had a trial of daylight saving many years ago, but it was decided not to make it permanent. The trial was when i was still married to a dairy farmer, and let me tell you it caused all sorts of problems. The cows do what they want when they want, they didn't care that humans were trying to squeeze more time into their day.

Isn't it strange, that what God created, man is always trying to change, or better in some people's view, in some way.

No we shouldn't mess with time!!!

Marg, Australia.

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"I wish you enough!"
Bob

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"I wish you enough!"
written by Bob Perks (c) 2001

"I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright.
I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun more.
I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive.
I wish you enough pain so that the smallest joys in life appear much bigger.
I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting.
I wish you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess.
I wish you enough "Hello's" to get you through the final "Goodbye."