I guess turning another year older makes you a little more nostalgic than normal. I still have a lot to learn (as Socrates said, “all I know is that I know nothing”), but here are 21 things I’ve realized in the past 21 years. Here’s to another 21 of learning and growing!
- “stuff” isn’t really that important
- ice cream is always a good idea
- plans change, and that’s okay
- God is faithful—really, really faithful
- social media doesn’t replace real community
- road trips are good times to sit still and think
- snail mail should be highly valued
- opportunities to travel should be taken as often as possible
- it’s way more fun to cut your sandwich in triangles
- facetime is a wonderful thing
- having your life together by college is a myth
- daily quiet time really is vital (and there is grace to get back up when I fail)
- you can learn something from everyone you meet
- setting goals is the first ingredient of success
- colored pens make the world go ’round
- a change of scenery can do wonders for productivity
- sometimes holding your tongue is truly the best idea
- travel cubes make life easier
- spontaneity is good for the soul
- peppermint patties can make any day brighter
- sometimes opportunities come from unexpected places or unexpected people
What would you add to the list?
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