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I have learned that if you have something to say to someone you love say it...they may not be here to say it to them tomorrow.
what I mean is...I knew my dad was sick...we didn't know HOW sick he was...I was at the house one night being with him cause my mom had to go out... I lay down next to him on the bed and we started talking...and in the course of conversation I told him how much I loved him and how I appreciated all he had done for me and all I had learned from him....
The next day he had a massive heart attack (because of the disease he had) and passed away....
That's what I mean about saying things to the people you love...
What are some of the greatest lessons you've learned thus far and how did you come about these conclusions?
I have learned that I need to balance my responsible side with my fun side because life is too short.
I've learned this from several things....watching my people wait until they are 65+ to do things they always wanted and either not living that long or seeing their utter joy at doing it. (Uncle who became an amature vintner, my father that bought some timber land to hunt on and putter about with.)
Also having my wife die and not getting to do things together that we'd talked about doing...even when we could have afforded it, the physical ability wasn't there.
At the same time, bills need to be paid, college saved for etc. so there is a balancing act there but I've tended more heavily towards the responsible side in the past and am seeking balance.
1)that in matters of the heart, it doesn't matter who's right
2) It's better to be hurt than hurt those you love
3) If hurt, to not respond in kind, but to not accept poor behavior
4) Stay away from negative people or those whose company do not make you feel good
5) To make sure you have time to yourself for nourishment of the soul - nature, books, good cinema
6) Take healthy risks, new adventures, new friends - open yourself and good things will come to you.
When a roofer, electrician, plumber, or other contractor starts talking about his religious beliefs as he hands you the estimate or the bill, you know you're about to get the shaft.
Also, when dealing with government bureaucrats, clerks at the probate court, or people at the IRS, be extra kind to them. Tell them a joke. Inject color into their otherwise drab lives. For they have the capricious power to either cause you misery or solve your problem. And what they do depends almost entirely on how well they like you.
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