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Life Lessons from the Playground

Sometimes in life, taking the first step is the hardest. You may be afraid to miss, or unsure of your footing. But take the risk, because you will never get where your going if you don't take the first step. Your Papa gave me a card once that said," You will never discover new Oceans, if you don't have the courage to lose sight of the shore."



 Be proud of yourself when you accomplish overcoming a fear.

 Then keep on truckin.......

When life gets wobbly and you feel like you are being pulled in two directions, take a deep breath, and make the decision to move forever forward.

Never forget that you are not alone, there are so many people that love you and stand behind you ready to help.

 There will be obstacles to overcome. Sometimes you have time to prepare for them, make the most out of those opportunities. When you see an obstacle up ahead, make a plan to get around it.

 There will be people in your life that always seem to get in the way. It should be your goal to figure out a way to navigate the situation without either of you falling. Be friendly, even when people don't deserve it.

 Then keep on truckin.......

 You are strong, smart, sweet and capable. Hard work will get you where you want to go.

Look back at what you have done, learn from the things that worked, learn more from the things that didn't. You will learn more from your mistakes than your success. Be humble and help others when they make mistakes.

Always run away from the boys that wear their pants backwards and smell funny. Always. Even if they don't, run away anyhow.

When you get yourself into an impossible situation, find someone you love and hold on tight.

And finally,

Enjoy every second you have. Each one is a blessing. Surround yourself with people that are good for you and good to you. Be a great friend, even to those you dont know.

(But seriously about the boys, run)

And keep smiling



Dear Addison,

Time is going by so quickly, and everyday I look at you with total amazement. You are so capable in all that you try, and you are a very determined little girl. I hope you can keep ahold of that determination forever, it will serve you well in life.