Don’t waste your life’s purpose worrying about what other people think about you.


12, 15, 21



Trust yourself.


20



Look into Kano (make your own computer)


7-11



Adopting a “do it right now” mentality has done wonders for my self-discipline. Something on the floor? Grab it right now. Thinking about cooking later? Cook right now. Laundry finished? Put them up right now. Home from a trip? Unpack right then. It’s the small things.


8, 9, 12, 17



Play up your strengths. What are your strengths? What are you really good at or love doing?


13, 17, 21



You don’t owe me a thing. Live your life as you will. I will always love you.


18, 21



At dinner time, go around the table and share your “highs and lows” for the day. (Re-ticket up to 21)


5



Cotillion and other social clubs abound in our area. They usually start around 5th or 6th grade. start looking into what might be a good fit. Lay the ground work that they will attend.


1Infant-12



Read up about the National Parks. Pick one to plan a trip to.


9



Even when something’s not the right fit (job interview, blind date, audition, etc.) you’re still making connections. You never know what could happen, so stay engaged and be yourself. Maybe that blind date who’s not into you has a friend who might be. Maybe that casting director will call you for a totally different role. Chin up! Ride the positive vibes you put out into the universe.


12,18, 21



Spend 20 minutes a day watching a show you like in Spanish (or whatever your target language is) with reactionary subtitles. You’ll pick it up in no time!


13, 16, 19



Never resist a generous impulse.


9, 12, 19



Name five women who contributed to our country’s history.


8, 13, 16



Write your own job description. When you've been around long enough to know what you're good at and can identify what needs in the company you can help with.


21



Send thank you acknowledgemnt for gifts received


1-21



1

Look into Rustic Pathways to see the world and do some good.


15



Just do the next right thing. One step at a time, you’ll get there.


13, 18, 21



Teach them how to eat a chicken wing in one bite


12



The most important things I can teach you is how to love and be loved


14, 19, 21



“If the pain was deep you will have to let it go many times.” Yung Pueblo from book Lighter


15, 18, 21



It’s not fair to resent someone for being who they are. We can all improve ourselves, learn and grow etc. but we should never ask anyone to change who they are in exchange for our love. And that goes both ways - never change who you are to fit someone else’s idea of who you should be. Be open to ways to can improve yourself of course, but surround yourself with people who love you for you and encourage you to be your genuine self and who want the best for you.


12, 15, 18, 21



Live a life of dignity and joy.


14, 21



Consent is more than the literal


13, 14, 15, 16, 21



Don’t waste big money on little things. Be intentional about what you spend.


16, 21



When disciplining remember: First acknowledge the emotion, then address the behavior.


2-4, 13, 15



Don’t confuse impulsive with courageous.


10, 14, 19, 21



When you feel like giving up, rest. But then keep going! So many good things ahead. So many people that are meant to be in your life who you haven’t met yet.


18



You can (and should) pray for help. But remember, you have to do your part too. Depending on the situation it could be a little or a lot, but don’t just sit back and expect to be rescued. Moses had to dip his toe in the Red Sea before God parted it. Ask for help, but do your part.


14, 21



Never take friendships for granted. Show up. Reach out. Be there when they need you. Friends are gifts; tend to those relationships with love.


15, 20



Teach how to carve a turkey.


15