alexpgp | Keeping perspective in perspective...

From Ziglar on Selling:

The couple had not received a letter from thier daughter for several weeks so they were delighted when they saw the letter they had long awaited. As they read, however, their delight turned to dismay.

"Dear Mom and Dad, I apologize for the lengthy gap since our last correspondence. I want to say in the beginning that things are O.K. I am recovering from the accident beautifully.

There was a fire in the dorm and in climbing from my second-story window, I slipped and fell and suffered a concussion. Fortunately, a young man in the neighborhood was passing by and saw my difficulties, so he took me to his home and has cared for me in a loving way. The doctors say I suffered no permanent damage.

My benefactor turned out to be one of the most kind and loving people I have ever known. He's from a marvelous family, and you'll be delighted to know we plan to be married in the very near future. You've always wanted grandchildren, so you'll be pleased to know that in a matter of months the arrival will be announced. The sonogram reveals it's going to be a little boy, and everything is coming along as expected. I'll keep you posted as time moves along.

Your loving daughter, Sally

P.S. There really wasn't a fire in the dorm; I did not suffer a concussion; I am not living with a young man; and there is not going to be a grandchild. But I did make two F's and a D on my last report card, and I wanted you to see them in the proper perspective.

Ziglar's always got good points to make.

Cheers...