Seven Wonders

Three years ago, in a school in San Jose, California, a group of students were asked to list what they thought were the present "Seven Wonders of the World." July 10, 2007

 

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There were some disagreements, but those which received the most votes are:

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1.Egypt's Great Pyramids 2. Taj Mahal 3. Grand Canyon 4. Panama Canal 5. Empire State Building 6. St. Peter's Basilica 7. China's Great Wall [Matches somewhat with what seniors like me had learnt in school.]

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While gathering the votes, the teacher noticed that one student, Lina, had not completed her votingpaper yet. July 10, 2007

 

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She asked Lina if she was having trouble with her list. Lina replied, "Yes, a little. I couldn't quite make up my mind because there were so many." July 10, 2007

 

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The teacher said, "Well, tell us what you have, and maybe we can help".

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Lina hesitated a little and said: "I think the 'Seven Wonders of the World' are--

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1. To See... July 10, 2007

 

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2. To Hear...

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3. To Touch... July 10, 2007

 

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4. To Taste... July 10, 2007

 

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5. To Feel... July 10, 2007

 

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6. To Laugh... July 10, 2007

 

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7. And to Love." July 10, 2007

 

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The room was so quiet you could have heard a pin drop. The things we overlook as simple and ordinary and that we take for granted are truly wonderous!

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A gentle reminder --- -

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That the most precious things in life cannot be built by hand or bought by man.

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