The website 1001 rules for my unborn son got me thinking about some of the rules I have for my life. Thought I would put down my own and list some of my favorite from 1001.
- There is always time for a lemonade stand.
- Perfect at least one recipe, steak doesn’t count.
- Obstacles are ways of demonstrating our dedication.
- Don’t complain, just work harder.
- Take the new guy out to lunch.
- Never swing at the first pitch.
- Carry a pocket knife.
- Learn from criticism.
- X never, ever, ever makes the spot.
- When excusing yourself from the table, you need not give a reason.
- Stand up to bullies. You’ll only have to do it once.
- Become an expert in something.
- Never turn down a girl’s invitation to dance.
- Order the local specialty.
- Learn to drive a stick shift.
- Never side against your brother in a fight.
- Memorize the Bill of Rights and your favorite poem.
- Keep your eye on the ball and follow through. In sports and in life.