I got this post from Bianca's blog site and I thought I should "legally" transfer it to mine mostly because it's simple and I love simple things. Enough prattle, here are the 100 wise words a high school teacher passed on to his students.
- 1. There are plenty of ways to enter a pool. The stairs is not one of them.
- 2. Never cancel dinner plans by text message.
- 3. Don’t knock it ‘til you try it.
- 4. If a street performer makes you stop walking, you owe him a buck.
- 5. Always use we when referring to your home team or your government.
- 6. When entrusted with a secret, keep it.
- 7. Don’t underestimate free throws in a game of horse.
- 8. Just because you can doesn’t mean you should.
- 9. Don’t dumb it down.
- 10. You only get one chance to notice a new haircut.
- 11. If you’re staying more than one night, unpack.
- 12. Never park in front of a bar.
- 13. Expect the seat in front of you to recline. Prepare accordingly.
- 14. Keep a picture of your first fish, first car, and first boy/girlfriend.
- 15. Hold your heroes to a high standard.
- 16. A suntan is earned, not bought.
- 17. Never lie to your doctor.
- 18. All guns are loaded.
- 19. Don’t mention sunburns. Believe me, they know.
- 20. The best way to show thanks is to wear it. Even if it’s only once.
- 21. Take a vacation of your cell phone, internet, and TV once a year.
- 22. Don’t fill up on bread, no matter how good.
- 23. A handshake beats an autograph.
- 24. Don’t linger in the doorway. In or out.
- 25. Always say please and thank you.
- 26. If you want to know what makes you unique, sit for a caricature.
- 27. Never get your hair cut the day of a special event.
- 28. Be mindful of what comes between you and the Earth. Always buy good shoes, tires, and sheets.
- 29. Never eat lunch at your desk if you can avoid it.
- 30. When you’re with new friends, don’t just talk about old friends.
- 31. Eat lunch with the new kids.
- 32. When traveling, keep your wits about you.
- 33. It’s never too late for an apology.
- 34. Don’t pose with booze.
- 35. If you have the right of way, take it.
- 36. You don’t get to choose your own nickname.
- 37. When you marry someone, remember you marry their entire family.
- 38. Never push someone off a dock.
- 39. Under no circumstances should you ask a woman if she’s pregnant.
- 40. It’s not enough to be proud of your ancestry; live up to it.
- 41. Don’t make a scene.
- 42. When giving a thank you speech, short and sweet is best.
- 43. Know when to ignore the camera.
- 44. Never gloat.
- 45. Invest in good luggage.
- 46. Make time for your mom on your birthday. It’s her special day, too.
- 47. When opening presents, no one likes a good guesser.
- 48. Sympathy is a crutch, never fake a limp.
- 49. Give credit. Take blame.
- 50. Suck it up every now and again.
- 51. Never be the last one in the pool.
- 52. Don’t stare.
- 53. Address everyone that carries a firearm professionally.
- 54. Stand up to bullies. You’ll only have to do it once.
- 55. If you’ve made your point, stop talking.
- 56. Admit it when you’re wrong.
- 57. If you offer to help don’t quit until the job is done.
- 58. Look people in the eye when you thank them.
- 59. Thank the bus driver.
- 60. Never answer the phone at the dinner table.
- 61. Forgive yourself for your mistakes.
- 62. Know at least one good joke.
- 63. Don’t boo. Even the ref is somebody’s son.
- 64. Know how to cook one good meal.
- 65. Learn to drive a stick shift.
- 66. Be cool to younger kids. Reputations are built over a lifetime.
- 67. It’s okay to go to the movies by yourself.
- 68. Dance with your mother/father.
- 69. Don’t lose your cool. Especially at work.
- 70. Always thank the host.
- 71. If you don’t understand, ask before it’s too late.
- 72. Know the size of your boy/girlfriend’s clothes.
- 73. There is nothing wrong with a plain t-shirt.
- 74. Be a good listener. Don’t just wait for your turn to talk.
- 75. Keep your word.
- 76. In college, always sit in the front. You’ll stand out immediately.
- 77. Carry your mother’s bags. She carried you for nine months.
- 78. Be patient with airport security. They’re just doing their jobs.
- 79. Don’t be the talker in a movie.
- 80. The opposite sex likes people who shower.
- 81. You are what you do, not what you say.
- 82. Learn to change a tire.
- 83. Be kind. Everyone has a hard fight ahead of them.
- 84. An hour with grandparents is time well spent. Ask for advice when you need it.
- 85. Don’t litter.
- 86. If you have a sister, get to know her boyfriend. Your opinion is important.
- 87. You won’t always be the strongest or the fastest. But you can be the toughest.
- 88. Never call someone before 9am or after 9pm.
- 89. Buy the orange properties in Monopoly.
- 90. Make the little things count.
- 91. Always wear a bra at work.
- 92. There is a fine line between looking sultry and slutty. Find it.
- 93. You’re never too old to need your mom.
- 94. Ladies, if you make the decision to wear heels on the first date, commit to keeping them on and keeping your trap shut about how much your feet kill.
- 95. Know the words to your national anthem.
- 96. Your dance moves might not be the best, but I promise making a fool of yourself is more fun than sitting on the bench alone.
- 97. Smile at strangers.
- 98. Make goals.
- 99. Being old is not dictated by your bedtime.
- 100. If you have to fight, punch first and punch hard.
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