Reader\'s Digest USA - 04.2020

I like to stumble my way into things because that’s

the only way you can challenge yourself.

—Colbie Smulders, actor

I stink at meditation. My first two minutes

are great, and then I’m like, “Oh crap, I need butter.

And almond milk. And eggs.”

—Soledad O’Brien, journalist

My best ideas come to me when I’m bored.

I’d love to be bored more, but there just isn’t time.

—Sam Reich, producer

POINT TO PONDER

Why do American warriors under fire do what they have done

since this nation’s inception? It is our love of nation, our way of

life, and our love for those with whom we serve, side by side.

We defend, we avenge, we sacrifice, and we are willing to die for

this unique creation, the United States of America.

—Staff Sgt. David Bellavia, medal of honor recipient

smulders bellavia o’brien

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