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Submitted by Anthony Moreno
Be kind, help others, always be courteis.
Submitted by Annie Bloom
I am assisting a friend with a brain injury, out of his wheel chair and into the ocean.
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Courtesy Hero: Ronald and Lydia
Submitted by My heroes are my grandparents: Ronald and Lydia J. They not only raised me but taught me that character and responsibility are more important than how much money you have, the college degrees you have earned or the job you hold. Your character is ... Read moreCourtesy Hero: Kelly
Submitted by Kelly is a one of a kind person. With a heart that she opens to all, Kelly is counted on by many. But what really has set Kelly apart and made her my hero is her non-stop optimism and dedication. Kelly has dedicated her life to helping people, and... Read moreCourtesy Hero: Joyce
Submitted by When I was twelve, mom became a single parent and raised my sister and I completely by herself. As the daughter of an Appalachian brick mason (and one of seven children), my mother was no stranger to tough and meager times. How she managed to kee... Read moreCourtesy Hero: A.J.
Submitted by He has been my best friend since fourth grade and has always stuck up for me. He makes me laugh when I am in the worst mood. He makes the unpopular kids at school feel like they are really important. I wish I could strive to be more like A.J. beca... Read moreCourtesy Hero: Nalliah
Submitted by My father(1926-89) is my hero. He taught me to love fellow humans; not to harm others; to enjoy life with a sense of humour everyday; to learn everyday from everything or everybody; to thank god for all we have; to help others; to realise the trut... Read more
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Submitted by Annazette Taylor I am an author of several Poetry Books titled "Poetic Journey", "Journey of Thoughts," and "Journey Within". Our poetry is written for all ages, especially our youth. Our poems encourage constructive thinking, t... Read moreCompassion That Leads to Solace
Submitted by Paul Higgins 5 years ago, as my wife lay dying in her bed from cancer, we made the hard choice of allowing hospice to inject her with the final dose of morphine that would leave her unconscious until she passed. Knowing that she h... Read moreWant to go shopping...?
Submitted by Walt Timm I don't mind going shopping; our kids are grown up and away from home, so usually it's just my wife and myself. I'll drop her off close to the door and then find a place to park...usually in a good place, where I can ... Read moreIt's Your Lucky Day!
Submitted by Jordan I was running late for work on Friday trying to get my bags packed for DC. It was a beautiful day and normally I would walk to the subway. Since I was running late the only way to make it to work on time would be to c... Read moreSharing forward
Submitted by Herb Hedeen At the grocery checkout all my items had been registered. This 78 year old absent-minded professor didn't have enough to pay the $60 I had racked up. The man behind me told the store manager to put in on his bill. He ... Read more
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QuotesThere is a courtesy of the heart; it is allied to love. From it springs the purest courtesy in the outward behavior.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Philosopher, Scientist, Author (1749-1832);
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Philosopher, Scientist, Author (1749-1832);
Among the qualities of mind and heart which conduce to worldly success, there is one, the importance of which is more real, and which is generally underrated in our day...It is courtesy.
Herbert Schiffer -
Herbert Schiffer -
Life be not so short but that there is always time for courtesy.
Ralph Waldo Emerson Philosopher, Poet, Author, Essayist (1803-1882);
Ralph Waldo Emerson Philosopher, Poet, Author, Essayist (1803-1882);
Intelligence and courtesy not always are combined; Often in a wooden house a golden room we find.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Poet (1807-1882);
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Poet (1807-1882);
A little kindness from person to person is better than a vast love for all humankind.
Richard Dehmel Poet, Playwright (1863-1920);
Richard Dehmel Poet, Playwright (1863-1920);
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