Words of Wisdom

Over the years I have pondered what words of wisdom I want to impart upon my children and grandchildren. Now, reaching the latter part of my 60's has made me pause and reflect on what message I want to give them. So.....below is the list I have started and want to share with them:
  • Love your children and let them know how important they are to the family no matter what happens. As I have always told my girls, I may not always like what you do, but I will always love you.
  • Encourage your children to learn as much as they possibly can - with knowledge you can do anything.
  • Never tell them they can't or that is what they will learn to tell themselves.
  • Encourage them to try - even if they are not successful at least they had the courage to try. 
  • Teach your children to have respect for themselves and others, and to speak with intelligence and kindness. When you do so it will be returned to you.
  • Find out what your passion is and try to make it your life's work. If you can do this, it will never feel like work.
  • Never - ever - give up on a dream or let others tell you that it is impossible. Our dreams give us hope and inspiration.
  • Don't be afraid of hard work, and make sure you can always take care of yourself.
  • Have a kind heart and try to give back in some way.
  • Try to never let words leave your mouth when you are angry. Once they are said you can never take them back.
  • Love yourself and be happy with who you are before you enter a relationship.
  • In a relationship the other person should enhance your life, not make your life harder, take from you, or make you feel bad about yourself.
  • Shut off the TV, computer, cell phone, etc. and do things together as a family without interruption. Build a strong family bond as we all need one.
  • Most of life is routine, with bits of fun sprinkled along the way.
Guess that is it for now, but I am sure that in time I will have much more to add. Hopefully they will take this, learn from it, and pass it on.

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