Lessons From a Fat Kid

So this once upon a time fat kid has learned a thing or two in 3 + decades and maybe you can take a lesson or two with you from my journey. Hope you enjoy...







I've learned things aren't always what they seem



I've learned to appreciate the days when you can touch your toes




I've learned there is no gift quite like an awesome mom





I've learned that sometimes food just tastes better when its smeared all over your face





I've learned that green suede never was or ever will come back into style



I've learned that when you want something in life you just gotta go for it



I've learned that everyone needs a co-pilot



I've learned to wait until that perfect moment to make a goofy camera face



I've learned to have fun...even while working




I've learned that things don't always go your way yet this is when our influence on others is the greatest



I've learned to stop wearing nothing but underwear when in the presence of large groups of people




I've learned to enjoy the simple times when those you love are closest to you



I've learned that running is way better than walking AND that sheep skin coats are really cool



I've learned to keep my eye on the ball




I've learned to hold onto a good friend when you find one, especially one that doesn't care if you are covered in dirt



I've learned to grow my hair long and to KNOW I was cool for doing it



I've learned that 3 ladies are better than 2!



I've learned that Education doesn't prepare you for life, but Education is life itself



I've learned that sometimes to get the treasure you gotta get down and dirty




I've learned that it is best to hold a snapping turtle by the tail



I've learned to appreciate the days we have with loved ones because we won't always have them around (Love and miss you dad!)



I've learned to appreciate being Irish




I've learned that raccoons have the softest hands on the planet



I've learned to pick a winner young, and stay with them for life realizing Its All About the U!




I've learned that puppy dog eyes are cuter than a smile anyday



I've learned to smile when it is time to smile





I've learned to smile even when you are sad



I've learned how to never be serious




I've learned that you don't need Macy's to be happy



I've learned that you never have a friendship quite as close as when you are 12




I've learned that when in Rome...or West Virginia...



I've learned that technology changes and today's gumby phone is tomorrows iPhone



I've learned that you can have as much fun on the C team as you could on the A or B team



I've learned to let others win




I've learned that whoever invented the Business in the front and Party in the back was a moron



I've learned that everyone goes through an age when they kinda look female



I've learned to ride bareback, and how to survive when your insane horse gets spooked



I've learned that everyone has a little redneck deep inside



I've learned that love can be really painful, but eventually all wounds heal




I've learned that looking cool is an ineffective method to treat Melanoma



I've learned to have fun whether its 2 foot slop or 12 foot barrels




I've learned that what comes up, must come down, but you can choose your landing if you plan ahead




I've learned that family is the most important thing on earth




I've learned to represent my world no matter what coast I am on



I've learned you shouldn't lean against poison oak while doing leg lifts



I've learned that sometimes you gotta take in the scenery



I've learned to enjoy the simple things in life like a really good cup of coffee




I've learned you don't have to be related to be Brothers




I've learned that you can't be good at everything in life, but that shouldn't stop you from trying



I've learned that no matter how deep the hole, you are almost always going to pop out the otherside





I've learned that just because everyone is leaning one way, doesn't make it right



I've learned to look ahead at something more peaceful, and not to stare at your current troubles



I've learned that every brother needs a big sister



I've learned to smile, even when its negative 10 degrees



I've learned when I have had enough



I've learned how to care for the sick and how to teach others to do the same



I learned you can't judge a book by its cover



I've learned that you shouldn't trust a psycho with a belt



I've learned how to strike an attractive pose when I need to



I've learned that my influence can make others do like me...for good or for bad


Hope you have learned something too!