Everyday while driving to work I think about things that I want to tell Riley Mae, things I want you to know about life. Things I've learned and want her to learn, the easy way. Here is my list of 50 things I want her to know...to look back on one day and realize what life is all about:
- Choose your attitude; there is so much negativity in the world. Don't let yourself be negative. It's a choice.
- Always buckle your seat belt
- Say please and thank you. Please shows respect, thank you shows appreciation. Do both.
- You can always come home. Whenever. No matter how old you are.
- Diamonds are not a girls best friend. they are materialistic, best friends are your best friends. They are like sisters you choose; They make life so much better.
- Read. Stay educated on things going on in your community, your environment and lifestyle.
- You and I will fight. You will probably hate me at some point, but we will make up and it will all be fine again.
- I will continue to push you. Speech therapy every night during the week. You will thank me when you are in college and top of your class.
- I will only do things that are best for you. Even when you think they're not.
- Always believe in Santa Claus
- You will always be in search for the perfect mascara, it never ends. Just keep searching.
- Don't worry about things you can't control. You implants and hearing is something you or I can't control, but how you approach it and work at it is. Worry about that.
- Different is beautiful. God gave you a gift.
- Girls can sometimes be mean. You don't need those girls in your life.
- High school is not the end all be all. It may seem like it determines your life, but that is so far from the truth.
- Keep your faith.
- You can always borrow from my wardrobe; what's mine is yours
- Invest in really good shampoo and conditioner; your hair is so important.
- Be an advocate for yourself. Speak up when you feel out of place or something doesn't feel right. Mama won't always be there to help you out.
- Family is forever.
- Be the first to apologize. It will show your inner beauty and strength.
- Be a friend people go to for guidance, to keep a secret. Not the opposite.
- Don't start highlighting or dyeing your hair until you absolutely have to. And go to a salon for that.
- Go to the beach. The real beach.
- Being smart is cool.
- Whenever you can, Dance. You always feel so much better.
- Some people need a drink to make everything feel better; Buying a brand new pair of shoes feels soooo much better. Go shopping!
- There will always be people that judge in this world, don't be one of them.
- No matter how bad your day is, there is always someone having a worse day.
- Be a big sister. A friend. A protector.
- A good workout could mean the difference between a good day and a bad day. You always feel so much better.
- Beat the boys at their own game.
- Give back
- A leader is knowing when to follow.
- growing old doesn't mean growing up.
- Less is more when it comes to wearing makeup.
- Don't let anyone tell you you can't do something because of your hearing loss. You can do anything.
- Pizza Cutter pizza in Avon Lake is the best pizza ever.
- Take naps. It's okay to need some alone time to recharge.
- Find a guy that loves you the same way you love him.
- Your father will always be a softy for you.
- Practice makes perfect. You can apply that to anything in life.
- I hope you never have to know who Miley Cyrus is.
- Learn from your failures; they're the reason you will be successful
- Your never farther away then a phone call or facetime
- It's fun to be one of the boys, but know when to act like a lady
- Lay in our backyard and watch the stars occasional. They are amazing.
- It's not your job to keep everyone happy.
- If you ever get a tatoo...stop and think what you're putting on your body. If you can't show your father, you better not.
- You will always be my baby. My first born.
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