Drunken shenanigans are part of life when you’re in college, etc. but it gets old fast. That kind of behavior as an adult is just sad. Drink responsibly. Don’t make an $@!#% out of yourself. I recommend this rule: Don’t have more than one drink at a work function.


21



If you’ve never dressed a newborn before, an easy way to get the hang of it is to lay the outfit flat on the bed and then place the baby on top of it. Tuck her little arms and legs inside one at a time, then zip or snap them in. Done!


Infant



Journal! I forget who said it but it’s so true: we don’t know how we think until we see what we say. Talking into a voice memo app or writing in a journal will help you process and grow.


13, 15, 19, 21



Sometimes I think the best way to take care of them is to teach them to take care of others: Littler kids, sick or disabled, those who’ve been left out.


5-7, 1Infant-12



If it makes you happy it doesn't have to make sense to anyone else.


11, 14, 20



People don’t abandon people they love, they abandon people they’re using.


19, 21



There’s a difference between looking cool and being cool. A person who wants to look cool is trying to impress other people. A person who is actually cool is true to himself /herself. Dress how it makes YOU happy! And fun fact, it’s those people who are the most well-liked because they sort of give others permission to be themselves…and everyone wants to be seen and liked for who they really are. So if you want to be popular remember three things: Be kind. Be yourself. Don’t judge


12,15



Read Harry Potter series to him / with him.


9-10



Stay put, don’t wonder if lost when we hike.


2, 3, 5



Songs hit so much different (better) when you read the lyrics while listening. Headphones help heighten the experience too.


12, 14, 19, 21



Roll-play confrontational situations so they can practice staying calm, not reacting in situations like road-rage, bullies, being screamed at by a boss or a customer.


11, 15, 17



Netflix “Who Was?” A biography show for kids.


6-8



Start a vegetable garden.


7



Dream big. Work hard.


18



Set up a dog agility course in the backyard. Use household items or toys, etc and lots of dog treats for training.


8



Be the kind of man that people feel safe around. Safe from harm, safe from judgment and safe from ridicule.


17



Read Moth by Amber McBride. Young adult fiction in verse about grief. Twists and turns.


15



Sometimes, no matter how great a thing is it can’t make up for what it’s not.


14, 19, 21



Read maps.


9-14



Go to College results. Org to look at graduation rates. How likely is a rising freshman at that school to stick it out and graduate in 4 years? HUGE variation, it should factor in their decision.


16



Anyone who asks you to violate your values doesn’t deserve your allegiance.


16, 21



YouTube Randy Pauch The Last Lecture. Watch together.


14



Emphasize "First things first." Distraction is always a challenge. Redirect focus to first things first.


5



When you meet someone for the first time try to clear your mind of any assumptions about physical appearance. Race, gender, age, handicap/disability, etc.


17, 21



Talk to them about how dangerous it is to buy pills online. Fentanyl is ubiquitous and lethal in small doses. Never never take a pull that wasn’t prescribed or purchased legally.


12



Let’s talk about hungry kids. What can we do to help? Donate? Volunteer? Start a Little Free Pantry?


9



1

Explain the concept: "You catch more flies with honey than with vinegar."


6



Soap and water go a long way towards fixing many problems.


12, 19



Whatever your first knee-jerk reaction is, it’s not always the right one. Sleep on it.


14, 17, 21



Walking at night during the wintertime remember to wear a bright scarf or something reflective. So many pedestrians get hit when it’s dark outside because they’re wearing dark colors and drivers can’t see them.


15, 20