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Rules To Live By

Smile at the world, Laugh at yourself. Cry all alone, Grin like an Elf. Yawn when you're tired, Frown when you're sad. Giggle when you're happy, Growl when you're mad. Hum in the morning, Scream in the night. Whisper in the dark, Sing in the light. Jog for your health, Dance just for fun. Walk around the pool, Bow to the sun. Shake a friend's hand, Big hugs for free. Kiss Grandma's cheek, Don't tread on me! Brush twice a day, Wash behind your ears, Shampoo your hair, Avoid soapy tears. Say what you mean, Mean what you say. Die with your honor, Live your own way.

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Date: 12/1/2022 3:06:00 AM
Yes they are the rules, should be hanging on the fridge for all to work on thanks Randy.
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Randy Freie
Date: 12/1/2022 8:05:00 PM
Thanks Brother, I had a military upbringing. My parents pounded good manners, morals, and a strong work ethic into me. I was lucky.
Date: 12/1/2022 1:34:00 AM
Great rules to live by!
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Randy Freie
Date: 12/1/2022 8:11:00 PM
Thank you Sir Seeker, It was just the way I was raised. Dad was Navy. Him and my Mom instilled good morals into their children. Not everybody was as lucky.

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