30 things in 30 years
edit- It’s better to be kind than it is to be right.. again for the people in the cheap seats. IT IS BETTER TO BE KIND THAN IT IS TO BE RIGHT.
- Fail to plan, plan to fail.
- No matter how hard you try, at home mayo mustard combo will never taste the same as port of subs.
- Time is money.
- Its okay to not love what everyone else loves. (I’m not just talking about Bruno Mars) 😉
- How someone treats you is usually more about them than it is about you.
- Meal PREP and Meal PLANNING are different and meal planning saves lives. Also shout out to whoever invited grocery store pick up because that shit is life changing
- Eating somewhere new? Ask the waiter. Trust me, ask the waiter.
- While we’re on the topic, be respectful to the waiter. I’m not saying tip a huge amount (but im sure that doesn’t hurt) but be respectful. Be kind when there’s a delay, be understanding if there are errors.
- Trust the energy of the situation
- You do not have to do things you don’t want to do — isn’t be an adult awesome sometimes?!
- Certain things that aren’t name brand are just as good.
- Contrary to 12, you get what you pay for.
- Chop your hair. It’ll grow back.
- Your soulmate can be in the form of a friendship not just in love
- You know your child better than anyone else. Let’s read that again. YOU know your child better than ANYONE else.
- Being venerable is not a bad thing.
- Other peoples opinions of you are none of your business (thanks R. Hollis)
- Some things/people/feelings will never change (& thats ok!)
- Black out curtains are the best investment.
- Make your bed every day. Every. Day!
- Spending time by yourself is lonely, healing, cathartic, and peaceful.
- You can never take too many photos.
- Those who matter don’t mind, and those who mind don’t matter.
- Listen more than you speak.
- Making friends as an adult is hard.
- Actions speak louder than words (right Dawson)
- A girls night/wine night can press the re-set button better than any nap or downtime.
- Finding mom friends is so necessary. Even better when your kids and their kids are friends.
- It’s ok to start over.