Bits of Philosophy

830 IMPROVEMENT ERA

the place of father, and be able to say with DeWeese in his book, The Bend in the Road: "Show me a boy who is a terror to the neighborhood, who breaks win- dows, destroys property, and seems to delight in wanton lawlessness, and I will show you a boy whose father has never taken time to direct his youth- ful energies into proper channels. Show me a boy who delights in low and mean vices, and I will show you a boy whose father has neglected to play with him, who has never become acquainted with him, and who has allowed the imaginary demands of business and work to keep him out of the con- fidences and companionship of his boy. Show me a boy whose body is stunted and undeveloped, whose mind seeks the low levels of life, and I will show you a boy who has never lived understandingly under the blue sky and green trees. Show me a boy who is neglectful of his home duties, who continually pines to get away from home, and I will show you a boy who does not understand the common things of life, whose father has given him no interest in the work he has daily performed, and has allowed him no share in its planning or its profits."

Be he teacher, scout master, auto mechanic, farmer, inspector, or dairyman, these short courses in the college give each one in attendance in a condensed form, inspiration and practical knowledge in his own particular field, and so en- ables him to take it home with him to help to inspire others in the better and more systematic development and handling of their work. Thus it helps to develop the community, the State and the Nation to a higher standard of living. Finally, in closing, let me give one more quotation which I often recall in moments of introspection. It is from one of the Eastern sages who epitomizes his philosophy thus:

"He who knows not, and knows that he knows not, is a child — teach him. — He who knows not, and knows not that he knows not, is a fool shun him. — He who knows, and knows not that he knows, is asleep wake him. — He who knows, and knows that he knows, is a leader follow him. Logan, Utah.

Bits of Philosophy

When there are "ifs," "ands," and "buts" in your way, bif out the "ifs" and butt out the "buts." Do the little things in a big way, then you will be able to do the big things in a bigger way. The way to keep your blessings is to keep on being thankful for them. Praise is the heart's fragrance rising to meet the smile of God. Two supremely great things any one can do: set a soul aflame with living faith and break a heart with godly sorrow for 8m « Nephi Jensen