As I approach my 28th birthday this week I have been reflecting on where I am at in my life and the impact I have on my wife and daughter. It made me think of what I have learned from my parents, and here are some of the values that I hope to pass on to my children, as taught to me by my dad.
10. Be strong in your beliefs. It is never, ever, under any circumstances acceptable to cheer for the Oakland Raiders! Ever!
9. Dinner is always better when cooked over an open flame. Men are expected to BBQ well and often.
8. There is no excuse for bad customer service. If someone is giving you money, always smile while you take it.
7. You are entitled let the referee know how you feel about that call he obviously just got wrong. Let him have it! Don’t hold back, even if he can’t hear you through the TV.
6. No day is so bad that red meat, soda, and a ballgame can’t make it better.
5. There are some things that are worth ponying up the extra money to get. Quality sports equipment, well built tools, a reliable vehicle, mom’s birthday dinner.
4. In the history of mankind there has never been anything worthwhile on TV after 10 pm, so go to bed and get the sleep you need. You will thank yourself in the morning.
3. Feel free to dance or sing along, your level of talent is insignificant. The guy who can’t dance but tries always has more fun than the wallflowers, and he gets the girl.
2. Get a serious hobby and take it serious. Whether its golf, fixing up a car, or even playing Mario Kart, it gets rid of frustration, gives you something to look forward to all week, and serves as a way to remind yourself and your friends “Who’s the man”.
1. The first item on any checklist or situation is to make sure your wife/mom is happy first. The rest of the items fall in to place so much easier when done in this order.
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