NO, it is not the last half of September--yikes!

I'll be better today than I was yesterday, I promise!

Farmer Jones--no actually a model educator and woodworker excellent!

Some things I have learned since the top picture was taken a few years ago.

• A good deed is never done in vain
• a smile is easier than a frown and with it you get more bang for your buck
• If you work up a sweat, you usually feel good about what you accomplished
• The world does not revolve around me or any of my friends
• As you age, do what you need to do in order to be a positive person in the lives around you.  In other words if you are overweight lose some, if you can not hear very well get hearing aids, if you are bored find something good to do, if you are angry think of something fun or pleasant, if those letters you are reading get difficult get some glasses, if you feel like not doing what you need to do dig down and do it anyway and much much more
•  stay as active and as healthy as possible
• be nice and positive towards family and friends--even if they seem to not be that way towards you
• stay in touch with those you love
• if you are on the "outs" with a person first ask how you can change
• if you don't have the $$ to purchase something you LIKE wait until you have the money
• if you meet someone on a narrow path be the first to step aside
• don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today
• be the first to say:"I love you", "I am sorry" and "forgive me"
• In any conversation always give the other person the "benefit of the doubt"
• If you have friends or family who are elderly and alone, visit them
• Accept your body for what it is as you age--youth is a fleeting moment in life
• If you have serious concerns about your health get to a doctor
• as you age always remember that youth can be a reason to forgive
• Use the past as a history lesson but live in the moment and look to the future
• Today may be a difficult time but remember that tomorrow is a new day
• Remember that God is in charge but he expects you to love him and do your part
• Harsh words are often said in a moment of anger, forgive and forget
• It is often better to listen than to speak

And my word for the day, it is better to work than to sit at the computer!!!  I did enjoy a cup, not 3, of FP this morning so I should be ready to hit the road running or better yet mudding and sanding!!!

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