Today I am still in my ignorant  20's... so why not enlighten everyone with some random wisdom I've seemed to have picked up over the last three decades.

1. If something smells like mothballs, throw it out. There's no chance in Hades of ever getting rid of the horrid stench.
2. To make friends, be the friend you want to have.
3. Emotions are not bad, just tricky.
4. Surround yourself with a variety of people. Variety is DEFINITELY the spice of life.
5. Own at least one dog in your lifetime.
6. Baseball games, fishing trips, taking an interesting your child's interests, seen & unseen acts of love, and a lot of self-sacrifice are the keys to being a good father. (Thanks dad.)
7. Do things that force you stand out. Especially if you just want to blend in.
8. If a kid dares you to do something, do it!
9. Chunky chocolate milk means you shouldn't drink it. No matter how thirsty you are.
10. Things in life are more existential than I originally thought. Things like: success, life and death, music, love, and (I have to admit) God.
11. Really enjoy your grandparents if you are so fortunate to have them. Talk and talk and talk and listen and listen and listen.
12. Don't mess with the IRS.
13. If someone gives you the chance to be really great at something, check the yes box. (Long story.)
14. Learn how to read whole books.
15. Praise your mom for her cooking and always ask her to make your favorite meal. She gets joy, you get fed...what could be better?
16. Try to get past small talk. Even with strangers.
17. Don't take revenge on your sister, even when you're young. Life has paired you with your siblings for some mysterious purpose.
18. Sleep in your car overnight at least once a year.
19. Luck favors the prepared. ("The Incredibles")
20. Be glad that others can do and create some really cool things.
21. Greatest two words ever paired together: ROAD TRIP!
22. Learn to love a beverage. Preferably coffee.
23. If your grandma makes you a pair of Zubazs for your birthday, wear them more than once to school. Even if it has a giant "Made by Grandma" label sewn on it.
24. Everyone has vices, sins, and regrets, therefore, be merciful to others since everyone includes me and you.
25. Blush on occasion.
26. Don't howl like a wolf when you're deep in the woods of Northern Minnesota.
27. Always write more "thank yous" this year than last.
28. Simple living is just fine. Preach to yourself contentment.
29. It's OK to have unanswered questions in life. See the beauty of mystery.

 Subscribe to Drewbe.com