Success

To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty ; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better; whether by a healthy child, a  garden patch  or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived, This is to have succeeded.-  Emerson

How do you measure success in your life?  Is it the amount of money you have, the status of your job, or even the status of your children? If you have a lot of money , status , and popularity are you truly successful?
How does God describe success?  By two rules.  The greatest commandment is this , Love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, with all thy soul, with all thy mind , and with all thy strength.  And the second is like unto it,  Love thy neighbor as thyself.   The extent to which we have followed these commandments will be how our true success is measured. 

Here's to measuring up-  Ruby Jeanette