Because I said so. That’s why.

 

I woke up feeling bossy today.  Maybe it had to do with two claims from my insurance company regarding my car. My car, while I was not in it.  My car, while it was driven by someone besides my husband or me.   

I feel the need to say it like it is.  These are not all necessarily directed at my teens – some are general statements regarding youth. 

I’ll be back to normal blogging next post.   Until then, I have some advice…

• I have read many reports about teens and sleep.  Your school district doesn’t care.  You need to get up and go to school and start at 7:15.  I’m not homeschooling you – adjust.
• If you make a mess, clean it up.  Your mother does indeed work here and she’s sick of it.
• I know you need a car.  I need a raise.  I didn’t get one last year and I won’t get one this year.   I’m not Jesus.  You can ask but you may not receive.
• Stop expecting every day to be a good time.  Most days in the life of an adult are mediocre.  That’s okay – it’s normal.
• High school lasts four years – your reputation can last a lifetime.  Remember that and act accordingly.
• Using the F-word as every part of English speech doesn’t make you cool or tough; it makes you an offensive idiot.  
• Everyone has a story and you probably only know a small part of it.  Try not to be judgemental. 
• You don’t have to like everyone but you have to try to be nice.  It does matter, believe me. 
• If we didn’t make mistakes, we would learn nothing.  Life is a learning process.  A long one.  Pay attention.
• Adversity can make you bitter or better.  Choose wisely.
• Get a blog.  Type out your frustrations.  It’s good for you.  Tell me your web address and I’ll subscribe.
• Tell you mom that you love her at least once a week.  Moms like that sort of thing.
• Believe in things that you cannot see, like love and forgiveness. 
• Don’t turn on a red when the other person turning has an arrow.  It can be expensive.