100 wise words

Tuesday, 14 January 2014

I love reading in bed, you know that time right after you snuggle under the covers. (I love bed time, the bed is a sanctuary) Reading in bed gives me great stuff to think about before I fall asleep. So I came across this divine blog by Bianca Olthoff, and I found myself laughing so hard. Ghosh I am a sucker for a good laugh, it's how she says stuff that actually makes it funny. *laaawwd have mercy*. Anyhow feel free to check out her blog in the name of love.

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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