Saturday, July 30, 2011

Lessons from my Papaw.


Today is my Papaw's birthday. Nobody ever loved me better. Here's to 77 years of being the most adorable, loving little guy on the planet. Take note. He's the best man I know.

1)Tang is better with two cherries.

2)Respect EVERYBODY. Not just your elders.

3)If you fall off the monkey bars, cry a little, dust off your overalls, and hop right back up there.

4)You swing higher when you use sound effects.(Click, click, click, click, ZOOOOOOOOOOOM!)

5)The secret to keeping a marriage not just together but joyful is marrying your very best friend.

6)Keep your eye on the ball.

7) Oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle. Change it regularly.

8) No matter what you do, do it well.

9) Never spend more than you earn, and always put part of your check in savings.

10) There is great strength in humility.

11) Always forgive, never stop giving second chances.

12)Love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind. And open your eyes to see Him in the faces and places around you.

13) You're never too old for headstands.

14) Never take life too seriously.

15) The secret to sword fighting is in your stance.

16)Sousa composed all of the best marches.

17) Squirrels are the devil.

18) Always be a servant.

19)Nothing is more important than right now.

20)Nobody should ever close their eyes at night without hearing the words 'I love you at least twice a day.