tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post8553023209556324901..comments2023-11-02T03:10:39.674-07:00Comments on GeeeeeZ!: BEST Blog Post....you've got to see thisZhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15989573357446569262noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-71939353923329409362012-01-03T23:36:53.276-08:002012-01-03T23:36:53.276-08:001. "Do unto others as you would have them do ...1. "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you."<br /><br />2. A copy of two of Kipling's poems A) If, and B) The Gods of the Copybook Headings<br /><br />3. Remember that "A friend is someone who knows all about you, and likes you anyway."<br /><br />4. You reap what you sow.<br /><br />~ FreeThinkeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-45505758419781528132012-01-03T22:48:28.425-08:002012-01-03T22:48:28.425-08:00What Would You Tell Yourself?
I thought of some ...What Would You Tell Yourself? <br /><br />I thought of some sweet financial deals as well as a couple gals I should have dated. But then I got more thoughtful. Here is my list for the 16 year old KP: <br /><br />Don’t leave a family member for any length of time without telling them you love them. Never go to bed without kissing your mom and dad goodnight if you have the opportunity. <br /><br />Understand, your brothers and sisters will do anything for you. Your best friends are not your classmates. No matter the war being waged at 16 among your siblings, when push comes to shove, remember who will stand with you; your bros and sis. <br /><br />At 16, you face pressure to conform and do some things you don’t want to. Instead, I suggest you seek to use your influence to sway your classmates to see your point of view. You may not have dozens of friends taking a stand, but the friendships you do have will run deep. <br /><br />Slow down. If you think high school is a world of possible fun, wait until you get to university. Live within mom and dad’s house rules and ethical standards until you leave there. By then, you will have the foundation to guide you. <br /><br />When things are really good, stay even keeled. When things are really bad, stay even keeled. <br /><br />If hard work is how you handle a problem, it will resolve. <br /><br />Keep surfing, like cycling and strength training it is a sport you can do for life. <br /><br />Enjoy the family home on Calle Ocho, in Carpinteria, California. It’s a little crowded but it’s only a few feet from an untouched beach where you catch and cook fish, laze in the sun, build fires at night and sleep under the stars. It is one of the nicest locations on earth and is full of love. <br /><br />Hug your mother and tell her how much you respect her. She is an original. Can you see? She is back in college at age 40. She will get her degree and begin teaching. Yes, she reads Ms Magazine and is always talking about the woman’s movement, but she is right. Hear her roar. <br /><br />Keep the dream alive to become a beach lifeguard for the Santa Barbara County Lifesaving Association. Those Junior Lifeguard experiences will serve you well. One day you will be president of the organization and work on beaches from the Rincon to Santa Barbara and in between. You will pinch yourself when they pay you to work under the sun, stare at the Channel Islands and train all day. Oh, and the girls!<br /><br />I know the bike is not that cool and you are the only sophomore in high school with a driver’s license; but keep riding that thing. You are going to cycle all over New Zealand, Australia, Hawaii, California, Florida and Canada. You will meet some great friends and learn more about yourself than you can imagine. <br /><br />Continue to hug and kiss your dad the way you do. Have conversations about little things, the meaning of life and how much you enjoy one another’s company. He is a great man. On May twentieth, at 9:30am, the day after you return from college for the summer of 1976 he will pass with you by his side in an ambulance. This will be life altering but you will have left nothing unsaid. Be sure to get off the phone with your girlfriend the night of the nineteenth to kiss him goodnight; if you do not you will regret it the rest of your life. <br /><br />When you are twenty two and at the University of the Pacific you are going to meet nineteen year old Laurie Campbell. Stop watching her from afar and ask her out on a date! If you do this you will fall in love, live the rest of your life with her and have two wonderful daughters. <br /><br />I know you do, but sit on the cliff above Jelly Bowl; listen to the ocean and watch the sunset. You will see the green flash and those sunsets will be the best of your life. They are free and you have the pleasure of them every evening, year round. <br /><br />Finally, go ahead, grow a mousctache. Your 16!KPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13788103894599339102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-72820420324369295022012-01-02T08:19:58.314-08:002012-01-02T08:19:58.314-08:00KP...excellent list, thanks so much for that. I a...KP...excellent list, thanks so much for that. I agree with them all, especially the one about siblings.Zhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15989573357446569262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-39113562627886908252012-01-01T23:13:31.152-08:002012-01-01T23:13:31.152-08:00Great thread.
1) Never leave a family member fo...Great thread. <br /><br />1) Never leave a family member for any length of time without telling them you love them. Never go to bed without kissing your mom and dad goodnight if you have the opportunity. <br /> <br />2) Understand, your brothers and sisters will do anything for you. Your best friends are not your classmates. No matter the war between you and your siblings, when push comes to shove remember who will stand with you; your bro and sis. Respect. <br /><br />3) At 16, you face pressure to conform and do some things you don’t want to. Instead, I suggest you seek to use your influence to sway your classmates to see your point of view. Recall, you may not have dozens of friends making a stand, but the friendships you do have will run deep. <br /><br />4) Slow down. If you think high school is a world of possible fun, wait until you get to university. I ask that you live under my house rules and ethical standards until you leave here. Then, I can only hope I did my part. <br /><br />5) When things are really good, stay even keeled. When things are really bad, stay even keeled. <br /><br />6) As my pal ChuckyV said “Throw hard work at almost any problem and the problem is no longer a problem.KPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13788103894599339102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-80555992295625165552012-01-01T19:37:02.476-08:002012-01-01T19:37:02.476-08:00Z, Just as I suspected! :)
I do need to write mor...Z, Just as I suspected! :)<br /><br />I do need to write more, but those were the days! autobiographically speaking. <br /><br />Hopefully inspiration will arrive.Kidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05287399775879832602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-64826863273611939202012-01-01T19:30:37.550-08:002012-01-01T19:30:37.550-08:00Kid, I just picked SEX AND THE CITY to read first,...Kid, I just picked SEX AND THE CITY to read first, of course!<br />I love the story about the nun.<br /><br />In college, we had an ex-nun/teacher and she was in her late sixties, probably, but had THE highest stiletto heels on every day, tons of makeup, LONG false eyelashes and peroxided hair! Man, when she got out of the habit, she REALLY got out of the habit!<br /><br />I thought the spanking thing was HILARIOUS! I hope you're writing more...........Zhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15989573357446569262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-54828615945562696492012-01-01T19:18:02.027-08:002012-01-01T19:18:02.027-08:00Z, Oh yes. ;-]
Great advice from you!
You might ...Z, Oh yes. ;-]<br /><br />Great advice from you!<br /><br />You might enjoy reading my overly-exposing partial <a href="http://ammajerkoff.blogspot.com/2010/09/epilogue-death-cheating-maniacs-part.html" rel="nofollow">Autobiography</a><br /><br />That top of this story has links to the previous chapters.Kidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05287399775879832602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-86895381856540419002012-01-01T19:09:30.240-08:002012-01-01T19:09:30.240-08:00Kid, of course YOU thought it was over reactive..y...Kid, of course YOU thought it was over reactive..you were getting some :-) (heh!)<br /><br />Rita...I've had women gripe about their husbands in front of me these last two years since losing my Mr. Z and I finally said to one "You know, I'd give ANYTHING for even one more of (his) WORST DAYS" (of which there were few, but you get the drift)<br /><br />We have to cherish what we have ... acting like you love them when we're ticked or feeling one of those 'down times' makes us love them more and them love us more. WIn/Win. Just a little hint for when days aren't so good!Zhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15989573357446569262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-59421049774222301692012-01-01T19:03:19.191-08:002012-01-01T19:03:19.191-08:00It's a good post. Thx BZ and Z for the idea.
...It's a good post. Thx BZ and Z for the idea.<br /><br />Btw, Brad Paisley wrote a song a couple years ago about this very thing. It's called "Letter to Me".<br /><br />Brad had a favorite aunt who passed away. When I heard one of the verses in the song, I told my nieces and nephews to listen to it.<br /><br />It said, "P.S. go hug Aunt Rita every chance you get." <br /><br />If we could look back on those we have lost and been able to have just one more day. <br /><br />I was named after my mom's twin. She was also our favorite aunt.Ritahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03121530659338322937noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-67975635266472689902012-01-01T18:52:34.326-08:002012-01-01T18:52:34.326-08:00Yes, that was apparently lewd for 13 and 1965. Bu...Yes, that was apparently lewd for 13 and 1965. But it did seem a bit over-reactive at the time even then.Kidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05287399775879832602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-1996303192321443062012-01-01T18:44:40.268-08:002012-01-01T18:44:40.268-08:00Hi, AA and Happy New Year to you!
I hope that jac...Hi, AA and Happy New Year to you! <br />I hope that jackhammer isn't too heavy...I sure do understand the sentiment.<br />I'm substitute teaching TEENAGERS now, and while they're fabulous, I'm pooped when I get home...a happy pooped, but poooped nonetheless!!<br /><br />by the way 'sales rep' isn't too much fun, but you probably know that!<br />I did get a LOT of lovely lunches and dinners from reps but...!!<br /><br />Pris, how much more important can being true to yourself be, right?<br />You're lucky to have parents who instilled that in you. great comment!<br /><br />Rita..another terrific list. I knew this post was a great idea of BZ's. I can't even pick a favorite from your list; good thinking, and thanks.<br /><br />I wish young people could read these lists; I think it could help!<br /><br />Kid, you're cracking me UP! That was 'lewd'? <br />I'm glad you're happily married...it's a very good thing, isn't it. I miss that beyond belief. Be good to her.<br />I'll bet that neighbor lady didn't age so well !! <br />And yes, we really never know, Monsieur......Zhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15989573357446569262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-88606612195877134172012-01-01T18:34:30.567-08:002012-01-01T18:34:30.567-08:00Self, construction work is not for the old guys, s...Self, construction work is not for the old guys, so this time around, have your construction career first and THEN you can be a salesrepresentative. You really shouldn't be running a jackhammer when you are in your 50's and 60's.<br /><br />That's it, I wouldn't change anything else.Average Americanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17211406136371011324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-40629939283741559752012-01-01T18:22:42.822-08:002012-01-01T18:22:42.822-08:00OK, maybe I'll try a stab at this:
Lighten up...OK, maybe I'll try a stab at this:<br /><br />Lighten up girl, life does not have to be that serious.<br /><br />Smarts outweigh looks. It may take 10 years for them to catch up, but girls who peak at 16 don't look so great at 30.<br /><br />Sometimes alone is better.<br /><br />Don't give up on love from just one tiny heartbreak. <br /><br />Never settle.<br /><br />Look beyond the lectures to see in your dad's heart.Ritahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03121530659338322937noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-60450221813616784022012-01-01T18:13:21.093-08:002012-01-01T18:13:21.093-08:00Z, here's another one. I went 'steady'...Z, here's another one. I went 'steady' for 6 months with my Communion partner during 2nd grade. I walked to her house most days, but neither of us could think of anything to do other than go into her back yard and kiss a little, so we got bored and drifted apart...Kidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05287399775879832602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-27603941713549537372012-01-01T18:08:45.172-08:002012-01-01T18:08:45.172-08:00Z, haha
Well, we were in the pool, I had her in m...Z, haha<br /><br />Well, we were in the pool, I had her in my arms as she was partially floating. My right hand was on her bottom, left hand around her back and we were randomly kissing. Lifeguard blew the whistle, pointed to us and yelled Get Out!<br /><br />I'm currently married for the second time and it's all good.<br />We always wonder though eh Mademoiselle?<br /><br />And geez, was that neighbor lady hot...Oofta as they say in North Dakota ;-)Kidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05287399775879832602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-221508248082172942012-01-01T17:56:32.523-08:002012-01-01T17:56:32.523-08:00Kid, I want to know about the lewd behavior :-)
A...Kid, I want to know about the lewd behavior :-)<br /><br />And I want to know how many times you've married! HA!!<br /><br />I'm REALLY glad the underwear thing was a lie!! And I adore your mother :-)Zhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15989573357446569262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-1928647879640943752012-01-01T13:45:26.999-08:002012-01-01T13:45:26.999-08:00net oberver, I never thought of it that way, just...net oberver, I never thought of it that way, just finding my way through life, but that is also a very brief summary.<br /><br />Z, the no underwear and the 35 yr old were the fake parts. The 35 yr old was there next door, but my Mom never let me get within a foot of her.Kidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05287399775879832602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-44620357008565706812012-01-01T10:42:33.904-08:002012-01-01T10:42:33.904-08:00My Dad had already told me, as a teen, to be true ...My Dad had already told me, as a teen, to be true to myself. I did take that to heart even then. <br /><br />Today I would tell my sixteen year old self, "self, someday there will be something called the internet.<br />Being a rather private person, and knowing this will be a public forum, I would say, be careful and don't spill your guts there for anyone or everyone to see"! <br /><br />As it is, I've probably spilled enough already, just commenting. <br />Mom and Dad also told me, "always try to do your best". <br /><br />So, for today, this is the best I can do, however, I am being true to myself.Prishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13797497106506468128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-26790669549335940682012-01-01T09:10:35.628-08:002012-01-01T09:10:35.628-08:00Be bold. Be brave. You're too young to think...Be bold. Be brave. You're too young to think about safety, security and what others think.Silverfiddlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13541652236676260219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-13223057531545342492012-01-01T08:41:15.675-08:002012-01-01T08:41:15.675-08:00Jan, Yes, I think we all wish we knew then what w...Jan, Yes, I think we all wish we knew then what we know now and would have plodded a different course for our lives.<br />Except Kid, who surprises us with a list that showed he marches to his own drummer :-)<br /><br />KID! WOW! only 3%? I'm afraid to ask which...<br /><br /><br />BOB, that's an excellent list. I think the mentor mention is crucial ... gad, I'd do that, but now I'm old enough to be the mentor and have been for some time!<br />Loved your last one :)<br /><br />net, isn't that something?<br /><br />BZ...Dec 21?? And you're welcome; it was a FABULOUS blog post idea.Zhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15989573357446569262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-19947950694202876432012-01-01T08:11:04.095-08:002012-01-01T08:11:04.095-08:00Thanks for the linkage, Z, and have a GREAT New Ye...Thanks for the linkage, Z, and have a GREAT New Year.<br /><br />December 21st, here we come!<br /><br />BZBloviating Zeppelinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01359816456769157176noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-91361780953582440812012-01-01T07:05:46.431-08:002012-01-01T07:05:46.431-08:001. Find a mentor for each of the goals you have.
2...1. Find a mentor for each of the goals you have.<br />2. Forget engineering, and become an economist. In economics you don't have to be right.<br />3. Ask every good looking girl in school out, remembering that even with a 90% turndown rate, 10% can be 100% fun. <br />4. Find out where Kid lives and watch him.Bobhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17665311979954859271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-52478623984417625142012-01-01T00:10:40.454-08:002012-01-01T00:10:40.454-08:00kid, my head is spinning. didn't know you were...kid, my head is spinning. didn't know you were such a player =)net observerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11267868386003645693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-41646203134137998302011-12-31T23:50:09.483-08:002011-12-31T23:50:09.483-08:00When totally "goal' focused-
STOP- and re...When totally "goal' focused-<br />STOP- and remember to stay in touch w/ friends and family--<br /><br />Happy NEW Year-My Friend!<br />Carol-CSchristian soldierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04781627688988991192noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5516627478339613810.post-15731080066089952462011-12-31T22:09:42.798-08:002011-12-31T22:09:42.798-08:00Ok, here she blows:
Buy all the Microsoft stock y...Ok, here she blows:<br /><br />Buy all the Microsoft stock you can get your hands on starting in 1978 I believe.<br />Ditto Apple a little later on.<br />Stop fooling around with the 35 y old next door.<br />Don’t be shocked when the blond leaves you at 18. She only wants marriage.<br />Start wearing underwear.<br />Stop smoking, don’t wait until you’re 40-something.<br />Seriously consider marrying the redhead at 25.<br />Go to college in the late 70’s and get a serious computer science degree.<br />Seriously, Date that girl that lives right down the street that the two of you got kicked out of the Avalon pool at around 13 for lude behavior. See what happens.<br />Seriously consider marrying the brunette you met at your brother’s college that weekend.<br />Seriously consider marrying the blond you met just before moving to Arizona.<br />Ask your dad for more advice.<br />Forget tap dancing.<br />No! Don’t marry the brunette !<br />Very Seriously consider marrying the other brunette who lived in Tucson.<br /><br />Guess that’s about it. (3% of this was fake.)Kidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05287399775879832602noreply@blogger.com