Things I've Learned

Inspired by Anna Kate's blog, here is a list of some of the things I've learned in my 21 years of existence. Some are random, some are profound (or try to be). Some probably won't make sense to you. But here they are, in no particular order:

1. Tomorrow is a fresh new day with no mistakes in it yet.
2. It's not good to have a 95 degree temperature before giving blood.
3. Vacuum cleaners are purposely designed to terrify 2-year-olds.
4. Dogs are like rubber bands. Stretch them too far, and they snap.
5. Companionship can't be measured in money, extravagant locations, or hollow flattery. Just being together is what counts.
6. In a conversation, what is said is often less important than what goes unsaid.
7. Smile without talking. It makes people wonder what you're up to.
8. Talk is cheap. Actions speak many volumes louder than words.
9. If you ever see a cloud that is a sickly green color, rotating at the base, and shaped like an anvil - take cover.
10. It's easier to sing with a smile on your face. It also helps to widen your mouth.
11. Listening to the Beatles is very helpful when you're preparing to give a speech.
12. God is love. God is just. God is merciful. God is mighty. I'm glad I know Him.
13. Don't freak out when assigned a 12-15 page paper. Remember - quotations, footnotes, and subtitles take up space.
14. Clear, sunny days are wonderful, but cloudy days have more personality.
15. Every science class should watch Bill Nye. That should be some sort of law.
16. If you have a rival sports team, try to tolerate them for 364 days of the year.
17. Hit the 'mute' button on TV promos. Nine times out of ten, they're wrong.
18. Pacing around the library does wonders for shaking free of writer's block.
19. Give a man a fish and he'll eat for a day. Teach a man to fish and he'll have bad breath for life.
20. I am woefully flawed and inadequate in many ways. But I know I'm still accepted and loved.
21. There's nothing wrong with being single, but leave a little room for romance. You may be surprised.
22. Eating carrots does not give you x-ray vision. But it does earn you a smile from your Mom.
23. If at all possible, avoid stepping into damp, murky shower drains wearing rubber shoes and dark socks. You never know - you might save yourself an ingrown toenail operation.
24. A huge part of prayer is shutting up and letting God get in a few words.
25. Sometimes, a little nonsense makes the most sense.

Song of the Day: SonicFlood - "Cry Holy"

Verse of the Day: "There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the Lord." - Proverbs 21:30