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How the Grinch Stole Christmas
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I've moved away from your standard business book this holiday season to ponder the classic Dr. Seuss book How The Grinch Stole Christmas. What I cherish about this classic is that you discover new meanings each year. My first recollections were simple. It's probably not a great idea as a small dog to pull a sleigh for a big green guy. Cindy Lou Who....pretty cool name, and Whoeville....not on my list of places I must visit! However, when you take the time to read this as a grown-up, there is one valuable lesson that can really put this time of year in perspective.
You probably know the story- The Grinch tires of the merry life in Whoville at Christmastime and takes it upon himself to change all by stealing everything in sight. He soon realizes that taking all of their belongings does not take away their spirit... their love. He has an epiphany and realizes that "Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas…perhaps…means a little more!"
Dr. Seuss captures the essence of this special time of year:
Whether you and yours celebrate Christmas or not.
What matters the most is that it is felt and not bought.
The cheer is inside us and better to share.
Best not focus on gifts and more that we care.
Put aside thoughts that don't bring much joy
as the simplest of moments are better to enjoy.
It sounds so trite, but we should not think it light.
Now is the time to let your spirit burn bright.
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers (Oct 12, 1957)
Format: hardcover 64 pages
Language: English
ISBN: 0394800796
Product Dimensions: 11.4 x 8.2 x 0.4 inches
about jeni...
Nationally-recognized author, speaker and corporate trainer, Jeni Herberger leverages 18 years experience within the design industry providing others with practical strategies on doing business better and living life fuller.
"I want to take the opportunity to share with you just a few of the books I believe hold philosophies and practices that enhance our lives. Besides that, you just can't beat a good book!"
Jeni is a featured speaker at the 2007 How Design Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, June 10 – 13 and the In-HOWse Designer Conference in Austin, Texas, September 9 – 11.