Some lessons in life ... take em or leave em.
Always err on the side of generosity.
In case of emergency, keep loose change and a handkerchief in every pair of pants you own.
Don’t toot your own horn.
Take pleasure in small things -
a warm sweater
licorice Allsorts
a fuchsia flower
a joke
anything Irish
a cup of tea
finches building a nest on the porch.
Be courteous and respectful of everyone.
Always be a kid at heart.
If you want to make a point, quote scripture.
Never mistreat a book, for books are your friends.
Don’t throw anything away that might be useful some day - you never know when you'll need another scrap of paper, a rubber band, an extra toothbrush, an old magazine, or a stale piece of gum.
Always keep several stashes of candy, preferably chocolate, for yourself and guests.
A glass of Sherry aids digestion.
Write thank-you notes.
Don’t raise your voice in anger.
