 You cannot have your children and grandchildren, friends, family will not have memories of you in the future if you do not make time for them today. All right. Another one. These are quotes for parents, but really quotes for anyone. When you take the time to open your mind and ears and actually listen with humility to what people have to say, it's amazing what you can learn. I've learned that. I have a couple of friends, one in particular reads a lot, and I've learned so much from her. Here's another one.