8 Tried and True Life Lessons to be Shared!
1- Don’t recreate the wheel. Ask others the way to go. Experience is a great teacher, but we can learn vicariously as well.
2- Finish what you start. Last night’s newscast featured a man in his 80’s who received a Bachelor’s Degree. He graduated with Summa Cum Laude and was signing up for another class. What a great example of completion to a goal he set after retirement. We grow and put closure on things allowing a new door to open widely.
3- When buying anything, do a little research. It will save you money, time returning things, and give you peace of mind. I have a rocker that is 40 years old and continues to serve us well. A little time in finding it has paid off royally.
4- It is easier to prevent something than cure it. It is raining out. So much better to have those windshield wipers fresh and working.
5- An apple a day keeps the doctor away. In essence, it is good to eat the right foods to stay healthy and feel our best. It is prudent to find what works for you!
6- Dress for the day. It might serve you well to have an umbrella, sunhat, blanket, and a hooded jacket in the car. Often Chicago weather changes and its a benefit to keep ahead of the game. In the winter, a safety kit with flashlights, protein bars, and salt might be worthwhile. We’ve all been caught in the wind, rain, and cold.
7- New isn’t always necessary. In others words, if something is working well, don’t replace it. A man gave me that advice regarding a hot water heater. It had a long life and served us well many years after he told me that! Thank you!
8- When there is a warning sign, take it seriously. This includes weather warnings and health signs. Two such thoughts come to mind. Many people owe their life to listening to the warning of tornado sirens and taking prudent steps to save themselves. Just this week, we had several growths removed from our dog and one was a “Mast Cell” caught early. It was only the size of a tiny spot, but seemed bothersome to her. Thank goodness we had it removed.
Hope these tips help make good choices for you. May your day be blessed. “Delight in Living!”