Note to Self:

 Words of Wisdom I want to pass on to my kids someday....I hope to add to it, as I learn new things and experience new adventures. 

1. There are plenty of ways to enter a pool. The stairs are not one of them!

2. Never cancel dinner plans by text message.

3. If a street performer makes you stop walking, you owe him a dollar. 

 4. When entrusted with a secret, keep it 

5. Don't underestimate free throws in a game of horse 

6. You only get one chance to Notice a new haircut

 7. If you're staying more than one night, unpack 

8. Expect the seat in front of you to recline. Prepare accordingly 

9. Take a vacation from your phone, Internet, tv at least once a year 

10. Don't fill up on bread, no matter how good 

11. A handshake beats an autograph 

12. Never eat lunch at your desk if you can avoid it 

13. Eat lunch with the new kids 

14. It's never too late for an apology

 15. Under no circumstances should you ask a women if she is pregnant 

16. Invest in great luggage 

17. Make time for mom on your birthday, it's her special day too

 18. When opening presents, no one likes a good guesser 

19. Sympathy is a crutch, never fake a limp

 20. Give credit. Take blame

 21. Suck it up every now and then 

22.If you've made your point, stop talking 

23. Admit it when you're wrong 

24. If you offer to help, don't quit until the job is done 

25. Look people in the eyes when you thank them

 26. Know at least one good joke 

27. Know how to cook at least one good meal 

28. Learn to drive a stick shift 

29. It's ok to go to the movies by yourself 

30. Dance with your mom and dad 

31. If you don't understand, ask before its too late 

32. Be patient with airport security. They are just doing their job 

33. Don't be the talker in a movie 

34. Learn to change a tire 

35. Be kind. Everyone has a hard fight ahead of them 

36. An hour with grandparents is an hour well spent 

37. Buy the orange properties in monopoly 

38. You're never too old to need mom and dad

 39. If you decide to wear high heels you are committing to keeping them on and shutting your mouth when the pain comes 

40. Your dance moves might not be the best. But making a fool of yourself is more fun than sitting on the bench alone 

41. Smile at strangers 

42. Make goals 

43. Being old is not dictated by your bedtime