Life Lessons

Life isn't rigid. I have changed over the years and I feel pleased that I'm not one of those people who refuses to adjust or learn from their mistakes. Here are some of the more valuable things that I've learned over years. I fully expect to have some new insights in a few years. I'll check back in 3 years or so, after the big 3-5. LOL

Things I learned after the age of 21

1. Being able to legally drink is not that great if you only drink crap liquor.
2. Don’t give up on your dreams; you can have it all.
3. Real friends give as well as they get.
4. Tell people you care about the truth, unless it hurts them.
5. Do something crazy once in awhile. Life is to be lived.
6. Silence can be dangerous with just your thoughts for company.
7. Keep a journal to help you through rough times.
8. Family is the most important thing.
9. People are going to talk about you, not matter what. Take it as a compliment.
10. SMILE! It gets better.

Things I learned after the age of 25

1. Don’t do or say anything just because you’re drunk. Let liquor act as a social lubricant, not a separate personality.
2. Change is good. Let go of the past, if it’s holding you back.
3. Your true friends will stand by you, mistakes and all.
4. Even if it’s difficult, the truth sets you free.
5. Do something new once in awhile. Life is to be experienced.
6. Be okay with yourself, whether in solitude or in a crowd of fabulous people.
7. Take note of all occasions in your journal. Whether they be painful, joyful or restful, you’ll want to remember them.
8. Your family is the people you choose to make your family. … And family is the most important thing.
9. If someone talking about you bothers you, be willing to confront them about it.
10. SMILE! It gets better.

Things I learned after the age of 30

1. Drinking does not make you forget any more or care any less.
2. Re-evaluate what it is you truly want and need. Then accept that there may be compromises you have to make to get there.
3. Friendship is a constant, but your relationships with friends should evolve.
4. Be really honest within yourself, and be okay if that process hurts.
5. Do something unexpected once in awhile. Life shouldn't always be routine.
6. Silence is a beautiful thing.
7. Keep a journal to remember all of the minutia that you’d forget otherwise. It’s nice to be able to come up with the name of that hotel you stayed in that one time.
8. All families have their problems; hold on anyway, because family is the most important thing.
9. They talked about Jesus; they’ll talk about you too. (Thanks Pelo, it took me awhile on that one LOL).
10. SMILE! It gets better. (Yes, I still believe that. LOL)

Also, here's a couple that have no age limits.

• Travel is good for your soul.
• Always wash off makeup before going to bed.
• Having a truly good friend is better than winning the lottery (at least a scratch off ticket).