Remembering Dad

Lessons from Dad -- Learned and Not Learned!

What did you learn from your dad and/or father figures?

I learned a lot from my dad, uncles, and male role models (but not as much as I COULD have). Read on....

10 Things Dad Taught Me

(that I listened to)

1. Always keep your car in working order.
2. Take the time to set the table before you eat.
3. 2 or 3 good friends are better than 20 phony ones.
4. Never date a guy who won't meet your family.
5. If you invite someone to your house, have food.
6. Show up at family get-togethers, even if it's for a little while.
7. Your mom may not always make sense, but respect her anyway--she's still your mom.
8. Don't leave the sink full of dishes overnight.
9. Always have your OWN money.
10. Let your children know they are loved.

10 Things Dad Taught Me

(that I WISH I had listened to)

1. You don't need more than 1 or 2 credit cards.
2. A phone call should never take over 20 minutes.
3. Always have carfare (or airfare) to get home.
4. Don't change jobs just for more money.
5. Check the expiration dates on your food items.
6. You can't do everything at once.
7. You will wear yourself out if you burn the candle at both ends.
8. Worry never solves anything.
9. When you cook, fix enough for more than 1 day.
10. Take the time to read directions.