In celebration of my dad recently turning the big 5-0, I have complied the following list in his honor...
An incomplete list of things I learned from my father...
1. You should vacuum like a painter--in straight lines.
2. When driving, you must keep both feet on the floor and ready.
3. Nothing good happens between a dating or engaged couple after midnight.
4. Don't spend more money than you have.
5. (When working to demonstrate my "rights" as a young teenager, I learned that) Children don't have rights, they have privileges.
6. Serving someone practically is another way to say "I love you"
7. Snacking is pointless if you are eating enough at each meal
8. Integrity counts even if it goes unrecognized.
9. Family vacations are important and should be made a priority.
10. If you can't find friends to be with, there is always someone who will hang out with you at home.
11. Learning how to be on a team is an important life lesson.
12. Sandals should only be worn if it is over 70 degrees.
13. When it can be prevented, food should never go to waste.
14. Encouraging your spouse in whatever he/she wants to do is great use of your time and will bless your marriage significantly.
15. Always eat a sandwich before you go to a potluck... you never know what will be served and you don't want to be hungry.
16. Playing along never hurt anyone.
This is just the beginning of what I have learned from the old man.
He's a good egg and I couldn't be more proud to be a part of his gene pool.
Happy Birthday, Bri.
1 comment:
Wow! You have made my day! You have been paying attention all these years! I thought I was just flapping my gums, but you've been listening!
...By the way, I noticed that you were wearing sandals on Sunday and it was NOT 70 degrees!
You may not have intended it, but you have inspired me to offer future pearls of wisdom...Thanks for the encouragement.
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