By Diane Forrest
When my son turned 16, I threw a Sweet 16 party for him at our
church, with a Dr. Seuss theme. I had found hats for everyone, decorations, and
a large selections of books on eBay to decorate the tables with. My son loved Dr. Seuss from a very early age,
and I thought it would be a nice passage to the way to adulthood. My mother ridiculed me for my choice, however
unbeknownst to me, Dr. Seuss was also the years homecoming theme, and the party
was a huge success!
Dr. Suess has made an impact on every child's life which is why it
is fitting to have him kick off the Read across America Day. This is also Theodore Giselle's (Dr. Seuss)
birthday. Kids and even grown up's love the rhyming and funny adventures from
his books, many college students are given a copy of "Oh the Places You'll Go"
when they graduate high school or college.
From the Cat in the Hat, to the Grinch,
to the Horton who hears a "Who", not only do his books
inspire children to read, but they also teach about the rules of life, and how
to live right.
Today is Dr. Seuss Day, and here are some of my favorite quotes
leave us a comment and let us know about your favorite Dr. Seuss story:
“Don't cry because it's over, smile because it
happened.”
“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your
shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You're on your own. And
you know what you know. And YOU are the one who'll decide where to go...”
“Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is
no one alive who is Youer than You.”
“The more that you read, the more things you will
know. The more that you learn the more places you'll go.”
“Why fit in when you were born to stand out?”
“So be sure when you step, Step with care and great
tact. And remember that life's A Great Balancing Act. And will you succeed?
Yes! You will, indeed! (98 and ¾ percent guaranteed) Kid, you'll move
mountains.”
“Remember me and smile, for it's better to forget
than to remember me and cry.”
[All images from Google]
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