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Six very important things to know:

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H2point0 says,

He will find out and cry.
Death doesn't end the dysfunctional relationship.
Always good to bring a towel.
Being nice when someone's mean rocks.
Being mean to mean people's satisfying.
We are all a lovely contradiction.

ba_miracle says,

Especially before the holidays…always get your keys ready before walking out the parking lot, look confident, be aware and glance the inside of your car before getting in.

Love should only hurt when you lose it.

Don’t believe everything you think is truth.
Don’t believe everything other people think.
Don’t talk smack you can’t back up…actually try not to talk any smack;-)
You’re good enough and if you can’t believe it…figure out a way to convince yourself.

ba_miracle says,

Actually I'd like a better wording for
*Love should only hurt when you lose it.

jl333 says,

1. What's for dinner.
2. What's for snack.
3. What's in the bank account
4. How to put gas in the vehicle (or jetski)
5. How to communicate
6. How to drive backwards (don't know why people make this one so dang hard!)

marymc says,

1. How to be happy living below your means.
2. Who your REAL friends are.
3. That you are stronger than you know.
4. What's TRULY important.
5. How to be your own biggest fan.
6. Pobody's nerfect.

Wench says,

How to balance a checkbook.
How to cook basic meals.
How to tie a few different kinds of knots.
How to start a fire.
How to apologize when you're wrong or you've hurt someone.
How to eat graciously when dinner wasn't actually that good but you know it was made with love.

Believe says,

Don't plant mint in your flowerbed. Use a pot.

A two week old McDonalds French fry left on the bottom of a car floorboard looks exactly like a fresh one. Food shouldn't be able to do that.

Parenting gets easier. And harder.

Weddings are not nearly as expensive as divorces. Choose wisely.

Kindness matters.

Happiness is self operated.

accidentaltourist says,

I only have one:

based on all the previous "importnt to know" data...I'm screwed.

canadafreeze says,

It's OK to cry
Sometimes, love hurts
Grandchildren help you see the world anew
Everyone should have a pet
Marriage takes work
Dancing in the kitchen always helps

Dragonflower says,

1. Never buy cheap paper towels.
2. Always be polite and never push while waiting in line.
3. Swear only when duly provoked.
4. Cinnamon rolls are best right out of the oven.
5. Have one thing that will always beat the blues.
6. Take a bath and put on cozy clothes after being in huge crowds.

mzejay says,

1. Who you are
2. What you are working with
3. When you have had enough
4. How to start again
5. In the grand scheme of things, it probably doesn't matter
6. How to let go

BanjoDan says,

1 - Learn to be a good father
2 - Commitment to a relationship
3 - Happiness is overrated
4 - Strive towards reaching one's potential
5 - Seek new experiences and insights
6 - Enjoy solitude

ctgoods2 says,

one's selves
one's mates
one's goals
one's sins
one's dreams
one's passions

LadyMac says,

How to respect yourself
How to respect your family
How to respect your elders
How to respect those less fortunate than you
How to respect your fellow citizens, next door or at the opposite side of the country
How to respect Mother Earth and all her creatures

treehugger says,

How to change a flat tire.
How to look helpless so someone will change your flat tire for you.
How to cook at least one kickass meal that will impress company.
How much more important it is to like yourself than to have others like you.
Most of the stuff you're worried about doesn't really matter.
Everything in moderation, except love.

SingerSomewhere says,

Procrastination is one of your worst enemies
Know when to say no (it's okay to)
The correct usage of your and you're, their there and they're, and its and it's.
It's impossible to be perfect, don't stress yourself out.
Know you're limits
Take some some time to walk, run, read, watch the sunset, look at the stars. Basically, spend time outside.

rehtak says,

- Being happy isn't always easy.
- Giving will make you happier than receiving.
- Weighing a healthy amount is not the worst thing that could happen to you.
- Rape is a problem and has lasting effects. It's not a joke.
- Just because someone looks happy doesn't mean they don't suffer.
- Always be as kind as possible.

Bevvie says,

the alphabet
how to add
how to tie your shoes
how to cook eggs
how to match colors
your address and telephone number

Believe says,

Bevvie, I'm feeling ready for kindergaten!

Larry_D._Smith says,

1. Memorize a credit card number.
2. At an all-you0can-eat buffet, don't fill up on bread and salad.
3. Never be the smartest person in the room.
4. This moment will pass (thankfully)
5.This moment will pass (unfortunately)
6. It can always get worse.

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