Since I seem to be on a roll with lists lately...
Siblings and Grief
Rules for Sons
Thoughts on Marriage
Let's give it a shot for girls...
1) Remember that "pretty" is in the eye of the beholder. "Beauty" is something you cultivate.
2) Develop your vocabulary. Refrain from using slang, fad, or lazy expressions.
3) You will always learn more by talking less. You will often say more by talking less.
4) Find mentors early. Be one later.
5) You are strong, independent, and capable. Cultivate that and learn to do hard things. But if a man offers to do something for you, gracefully accept his help. It builds chivalry in him and beauty in you.
6) Remember that guilt is an unsuitable motivator.
7) Even if it seems as though something goes without saying, if it is important to you, say it anyway.
8) No matter what is in front of you, walk toward it with confidence.
9) Everyone is afraid of something. What makes you courageous is the choice to press on anyway.
10) A man who criticizes you in public is not worthy of you.
11) Do not be afraid of failure. It is often a great teacher.
12) Never text or email something you don't want the whole world to see.
13) Lighten up. Be able to laugh at yourself.
14) Just because you can doesn't mean you should.
15) Happiness is not a permanent state. Joy is. Don't confuse the two.
16) "Can't" is a cop out.
17) If you can't smile with your eyes, don't smile. Insincerity is nothing to aspire to.
18) If you have an opinion, you better know why.
19) Wish on stars and dandelions, then work to make them happen.
20) Love is a decision. When you finally choose to give your heart to someone, let yourself fall in love completely, totally, and fully. Don't hold back.
21) If it was easy, everyone would do it. The hard is what makes it great.
22) If you want to be happy, practice giving happiness to others.
23) Say "Please," "Thank you," and "Pardon me," whenever the situation warrants it.
24) Question everything.
25) If a boy makes you feel less than wonderful, walk away. You deserve better.
26) Don't sweat the small stuff. Don't lose perspective. And don't hold grudges.
27) Be sensitive to the feelings of others. But remember that "yes" and "no" are up to you.
28) You are created to be feminine. Dress like it. Speak like it. Act like it.
29) If you must turn a young man down, do so gracefully. And don't chat it up to your girlfriends. Think about how hard it must have been for him to make a move.
30) There is a price to pay for love. But it is worth it. Always.
6) Remember that guilt is an unsuitable motivator.
7) Even if it seems as though something goes without saying, if it is important to you, say it anyway.
8) No matter what is in front of you, walk toward it with confidence.
9) Everyone is afraid of something. What makes you courageous is the choice to press on anyway.
10) A man who criticizes you in public is not worthy of you.
11) Do not be afraid of failure. It is often a great teacher.
12) Never text or email something you don't want the whole world to see.
13) Lighten up. Be able to laugh at yourself.
14) Just because you can doesn't mean you should.
15) Happiness is not a permanent state. Joy is. Don't confuse the two.
16) "Can't" is a cop out.
17) If you can't smile with your eyes, don't smile. Insincerity is nothing to aspire to.
18) If you have an opinion, you better know why.
19) Wish on stars and dandelions, then work to make them happen.
20) Love is a decision. When you finally choose to give your heart to someone, let yourself fall in love completely, totally, and fully. Don't hold back.
21) If it was easy, everyone would do it. The hard is what makes it great.
22) If you want to be happy, practice giving happiness to others.
23) Say "Please," "Thank you," and "Pardon me," whenever the situation warrants it.
24) Question everything.
25) If a boy makes you feel less than wonderful, walk away. You deserve better.
26) Don't sweat the small stuff. Don't lose perspective. And don't hold grudges.
27) Be sensitive to the feelings of others. But remember that "yes" and "no" are up to you.
28) You are created to be feminine. Dress like it. Speak like it. Act like it.
29) If you must turn a young man down, do so gracefully. And don't chat it up to your girlfriends. Think about how hard it must have been for him to make a move.
30) There is a price to pay for love. But it is worth it. Always.
