- Be creative with nicknames. For instance, if your mother doesn’t want you to call your little sister Ape because it sounds like a reference to, well, an Ape, think of something more creative. Like Goose. Because that makes sense.
- You can never use, “ya know,” too many times in a conversation.
- Always park so there is plenty of room for the passenger to get out.
- When people speak with their hands, you may want to get out of the way.
- Speak up. People can’t understand when you mumble. Especially on the phone.
- Keep an eye out for bicyclists and pedestrians on the road.
- Don’t ride your bike while intoxicated. This can create physical problems and incessant teasing from others for an undetermined amount of time.
- When someone asks for a ride, they may mean to more than one place.
- At the grocery store, make sure the bagger has put the eggs with the bread. It is a sign of a good bagger. Otherwise, your eggs may break. If they haven’t done this, move things around in your bags to make sure your eggs are with your bread.
- Always keep a sense of humor. Even if other people don’t get your jokes, if they make you laugh, they’re worth it.
- If someone asks to move a 500 gallon aquarium into your basement and says they will be by to take care of the enormous fish occupying the aquarium, they won’t.
- Always look someone in the eye when saying, “I love you,” or, “Thank you.” Be sure they heard you. Really heard you.
- Be a hard worker, a loyal friend, a loving child and a supportive sibling.
- Be forgiving, but keep your dignity.
- “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a battle.”
- “Love is stronger than death.”
