Simply put, my grandparents were the best 
friends I've ever had... 

 

My grandparents, Harley and Vera, were the 2 people who were always there for me.  Grandpa died at the age of 82 and grandma died when she was 96--I was sure she'd make it to 100.  They were married almost 60 years.

As a child, I did not always understand their advice (be it by word or example) but thankfully I held onto it and it has served me more than well as I have navigated through adulthood.

Grandma, grandpa, thanks for your unwavering love, caring and words of wisdom: 

If you don't respect yourself no one else will.

No one's perfect (even you).

A grudge is a very heavy thing to carry.

When it comes to clothing, more is always better.

Don't judge people, you never know what they 
are going through. 

Always tell the truth/be trustworthy.

Please and thank you will never go out of style.

Choose kindness. An act of kindness is never 
wasted no matter how small.

All life (human or otherwise) deserves love.

Apologize whenever necessary.

Always fight for the underdog.

People will treat you the way you allow them to.

Complaining doesn't change your situation, 
taking action does.

The world doesn't revolve around you--get
over it.

It's OK to be wrong--admit it when you are.


Speak when spoken to.

Forgiving someone doesn't cost a thing except
 maybe a bit of pride.

Expect the best from yourself/always do
 your best.

Always try a little bit of each type of food
on your plate when someone is kind enough
to cook for you.

Never give up.

You only have one life so make it count for something good.

Courtesy and good manners don't cost anything 
but a little effort. 

God made each of us for a reason so figure out why He put you here.

Most boys want to marry a lady so be one.

The friends you choose can change who you are for better or for worse so, choose wisely.

It's OK not to be OK sometimes.

You don't have to say (out loud) everything 
you're thinking.

Always stand up for what's right, even if you're 
left standing alone.

Money can't buy you true love or make you
truly happy.

Choose your spouse wisely and stick together 
through the hard times.

Always wait for the boy to open the door.

Sooner or later everyone will disappoint you--as you will them.  Get over it.

Life is unfair.  It just is.  But it's also beautiful.

You have tear ducts for a reason--use them, 
you'll feel better afterwards.

Love people not stuff.

Laugh often--don't take yourself too seriously.

Treat people the way you want to be treated.

Be thankful for what you have.

Everyone fails, when you do just pick yourself 
up and try again.

Worry gets you nowhere and is a total waste 
of time.

It's never OK to physically abuse a person or animal. 

Don't be afraid to dream big.  It's almost never 
too late to be what you might have been.

Don't procrastinate when it comes to important things.  You're not promised tomorrow.

You can't demand respect, you must earn it.

Forgive others even if they don't apologize.


No matter what you do there is always someone 
who will find fault with it.   

  When you give your word, keep it.

Don't pretend to be someone you aren't.

Spoken words can never be taken back.

Always check yourself in a full-length mirror 
before leaving the house.

Listen more than you talk.

If you want to have friends be friendly.

There is always someone worse off than you.
Always.

Don't let anyone or anything steal your joy.

Church is filled with imperfect people.
Attend regularly anyways.

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Jackie Deems