1. Have a plan for nose hairs.
2. Learn to get along with your parents. Understand them. But you don’t have to live with them.
3. I’m not married yet because I haven’t really pursued girls. All the girls I dated in high school went after me. I mistakenly thought that would carry on to college. So guys, if you want to get married, ask girls out.
4. The pen is mightier than the sword especially when it’s writing down lyrics.
5. Love people and use things, not the other way around.
6. No one is normal, so stop trying to be. Be yourself. God created you unique. That’s awesome, because normal is boring.
7. Girls and guys are very different. Learn what those differences are.
8. Ask deep questions to develop deep friendships.
9. Take responsibility for your choices. No excuses.
10. True reality is found in the life of Christ.
11. Influence rather than impress.
12. You can always make new friends.
13. Right-brained, creative people will soon rule the world. Don’t worry. You can learn to be more creative.
14. Wisdom is saying “no” to unnecessary things.
15. Know yourself especially your strengths.
16. Focus on your strengths more than your weaknesses.
17. Memorizing Bible verses seems cheesy, but it can jumpstart your spiritual life like no other.
18. Do hard things.
19. Love is not simple. It’s takes some brainpower and effort.
20. Be teachable.
21. Face reality. Deal with your problems. Don’t ignore them.
23. Salvation from God through Jesus Christ is a free gift.
24. God enables Christians to live Christlike lives, but He won’t force us. Moment by moment, we still have to choose to do godly actions and to think godly thoughts.
25. The world is flat. Your competition in the working world is not only your classmate, but a hard-working, ambitious 20-year-old in India. Make sure you’re marketable by developing your skills and striving for excellence. [Further reading]
26. Christianity is a logical faith. It makes sense.
27. The best decision you’ll ever make is following the Master of Life, Jesus Christ.
9 responses so far ↓
jen b. // Aug 13, 2006 at 5:40 am
hi cousin…read ure list…i agree and really like most of the things u mentioned on your list. belated Happy 27th Birthday!!
paul torchia // Aug 13, 2006 at 6:27 am
Cool blog! My grandmother always had a book in her house titled “I have learned” that contained similar statements from people of all walks of life from ages 8 to 80. Just last year i took up the practice of doing that on my birthday. Its amazing what you discover, it makes you pause and reflect on what you have learned in your life. Its something i would recommend to anyone.
midori // Aug 13, 2006 at 9:31 am
Dee, you know I love lists! This is awesome! And by the way, Happy Birthday, you’re the best. funny and profound.
I love you!
p.s. check #15 for grammar
Branden // Aug 13, 2006 at 3:41 pm
Dee, you’re full of Godly widsom. Thanks for sharing.
dee // Aug 14, 2006 at 1:45 am
Jen, thanks!
Paul, I don’t usually do anything for my birthday. But this was a great exercise. It’s good to pause and reflect on what God has been teaching us. This is especially helpful for someone like me who’s so future-oriented.
Midori, thanks! I fixed the grammar error.
Branden, thanks! I give God all the credit because He’s the source of wisdom. :)
Elaine // Aug 14, 2006 at 11:16 pm
Cool list, dee. You’re an inspiration. BTW, happy belated birthday…
Christa // Aug 15, 2006 at 4:41 pm
Hey Dee!!!
Happy Birthday!!
Those are not just good things you’ve learned everyear they are GREAT!! :)..
Christa // Aug 15, 2006 at 4:44 pm
Oh… By the way, Thanks for Friday!! ;)
Jasen // Aug 18, 2006 at 6:55 pm
Dee, great insightful thoughts. I usually approach birthdays in a not-so-positive way; thanks for a new way to approach them.
Midori- your comment made me laugh!
Good times…
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