WhoTom Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 I have two. 1) When I went away to college, the last thing my Dad said before I drove off was, "Remember where you came from." I gave my son that same advice when he went away to college. 2) When my son (who's named after my Dad) was about 4 years old, I was leaving for work one day and I said, "Bye Joe - be a good boy today." He replied, "Bye Dad - be a good man today." In my 50+ years on this planet, nobody has ever given me better advice than those two nuggets of wisdom. 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBill Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 1) Life comes one moment at a time so live it accordingly … you can only learn from the past and have no control over the future. 2) Always have a forgiving, grateful and humble heart 3) Everyone will deal with adversity With my personality type these notions are easily said and hard at times to accept. I’ve had to center my life with faith to overcome my incorrect sense that somehow life is controllable. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. This has helped me a lot in life. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wacka Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 Don't tug on Superman's cape Don't spit into the wind Don't pull the mask off the ole Lone Ranger and don't mess around with Jim.😁 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nextmanup Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 1 hour ago, WhoTom said: I have two. 1) When I went away to college, the last thing my Dad said before I drove off was, "Remember where you came from." I gave my son that same advice when he went away to college. 2) When my son (who's named after my Dad) was about 4 years old, I was leaving for work one day and I said, "Bye Joe - be a good boy today." He replied, "Bye Dad - be a good man today." In my 50+ years on this planet, nobody has ever given me better advice than those two nuggets of wisdom. I'm curious what you think #1 means, and why it has proven to be the best advice you ever got. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 "Don't join a fraternity which serves Genesee beer". 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muppy Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 Integrity is doing the right thing even when no one is watching. C.S. Lewis 'If you're depressed, you're living in the past. If you're anxious, you're living in the future. If you're content, you're accepting the present.' "Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will" and my favorite as a parent.................... "Choose your battles" 6 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhoTom Posted January 27, 2022 Author Share Posted January 27, 2022 1 hour ago, Nextmanup said: I'm curious what you think #1 means, and why it has proven to be the best advice you ever got. "Remember where you came from." I come from a blue-collar family. My parents didn't go to college, but they made sure that my siblings and I did. My interpretation of that advice is to stay humble, regardless of my education level or career success, and to remember the example that my parents set. 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeviF Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 "Google 'law school scam'" 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriftygamer83 Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 (edited) It'll hurt like hell and you'll always miss him but you'll be tougher for it. Words given to me when my older brother died. Another one was how someone wished they could give me more time with my older brother after there's died of cancer. Widow maker and cancers make the strongest bond for everybody in mourning. Edited January 28, 2022 by Thriftygamer83 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 Don’t get in relationships with the life of the party. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Fan Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 Don’t bet on the Bills in a big game 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorquemada Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 "Don't borrow trouble" 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T&C Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 If you hear the words "single mom" tap it and never return. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCockSportif Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 From my Dad, ahead of my first year of college Don't have too much sex, which is interesting because I had a great senior year of high school, or at least the later part, where I had sex, multiply, with this woman named <redacted>, with the door open, in my bedroom upstairs. I liked her. She was pretty, and she was *stacked*. And I would mention that perhaps that she should remove her clothing, you know like rhetorically, and there we landed. I am curious about why he offered this advice, but perhaps I will ask when he's on his death bed or something Don't have sex with men. Not my thing. And not that there's anything wrong with it. But, WTF DAD?! Always wear pants of some sort Stop watching the Buffalo Sabres (the man knew this... in 1989!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 1 hour ago, T&C said: If you hear the words "single mom" tap it and never return. If you return, you get to tap it more. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 My best friend in the world once told me (in the middle of a fight...we almost threw hands) “If you don’t want to be known for doing something...don’t do it!” He was right, and I think about that advice all the time. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T&C Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 14 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said: If you return, you get to tap it more. Too many variables... it was boring, she was needy, the kids are monsters that I'd like to punt to the next neighborhood, ... actually had one who couldn't even fry bacon. The single moms are love'm and leav'um. Get in and get out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 17 minutes ago, T&C said: Too many variables... it was boring, she was needy, the kids are monsters that I'd like to punt to the next neighborhood, ... actually had one who couldn't even fry bacon. The single moms are love'm and leav'um. Get in and get out. You must not date the single moms I have. They’re not boring at all. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sherpa Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 A college professor gave me advice when I asked him about which career path, of two available, to choose after graduation, knowing one would be more difficult than the other, but perhaps more rewarding. He advised to choose the more difficult one, which I did. It worked, and provided the greatest professional enjoyment of my life. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Do unto others... 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muppy Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 (edited) 14 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said: You must not date the single moms I have. They’re not boring at all. Don't date boring broke trifling women period forget the single stuff thats just anecdotal. I did tell my son "DON"T SETTLE".....I capped that because for true happiness and fufillment in life the wise thing to do is date UP. Right? My son won the wifey LOTTO. he soo married up LOL :-)))))))))))))))))))))) Edited January 28, 2022 by muppy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 1 hour ago, muppy said: Don't date boring broke trifling women period forget the single stuff thats just anecdotal. I did tell my son "DON"T SETTLE".....I capped that because for true happiness and fufillment in life the wise thing to do is date UP. Right? My son won the wifey LOTTO. he soo married up LOL :-)))))))))))))))))))))) Mom? Is that YOU??? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muppy Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Just now, Augie said: Mom? Is that YOU??? AUGIE GO TO YOUR ROOM NOWWWWW`---lmaoooo~!~!~~~~~ haha I'll take that as a compliment :-))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 5 minutes ago, muppy said: AUGIE GO TO YOUR ROOM NOWWWWW`---lmaoooo~!~!~~~~~ haha I'll take that as a compliment :-))))) I think my own mother knows who got the steal in our marriage. My wife doesn’t make too many mistakes, but to her credit she sticks with it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muppy Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Augie said: I think my own mother knows who got the steal in our marriage. My wife doesn’t make too many mistakes, but to her credit she sticks with it! Im ready to quip back with wisdom. This thread is fun. How about...."You can't fix stupid" . and...... "don't try to make sense out of nonsense" lol Judge Judy "Dont pee on my leg and tell me it's raining" I have read about mrs augie She is legit top shelf, You did GOOD homeboy. Good on you both! It's all I want for friends and family. Peace and Happiness brother! m Edited January 28, 2022 by muppy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T&C Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 1 hour ago, Royale with Cheese said: You must not date the single moms I have. They’re not boring at all. Oh don't get me wrong... they are fun if you don't get involved in anything. Side piece is the only way to go unless you like dealing with the drama of the daddy guy and the family that goes along with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draconator Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 "If you want something done right, just forget it." "Individually, we are an ass. Together, we are a genius." Rush - 1996 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 2 hours ago, T&C said: Oh don't get me wrong... they are fun if you don't get involved in anything. Side piece is the only way to go unless you like dealing with the drama of the daddy guy and the family that goes along with it. I like the drama. It keeps things interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Don't open thread postings where this guy is: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBBills Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 12 hours ago, muppy said: Don't date boring broke trifling women period forget the single stuff thats just anecdotal. I did tell my son "DON"T SETTLE".....I capped that because for true happiness and fufillment in life the wise thing to do is date UP. Right? My son won the wifey LOTTO. he soo married up LOL :-)))))))))))))))))))))) But wait marrying someone is Settling... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 From my dad when I was a teenager: Make sure you have a good lawyer and a good accountant. I took that a step further and hired a good financial advisor too. 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
\GoBillsInDallas/ Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 "Everything you do in life, I don't care, good or bad -- don't blame God, don't blame the devil, don't blame me, blame you. You control everything! The thoughts you think, the words you utter, the foods you eat, the exercise you do. Everything is controlled by you." - Jack LaLanne 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PastaJoe Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Be kind to the people you meet on the way up, because you’re going to meet the same people on the way down - Ralph Kramden, the Honeymooners 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Sometimes the best lesson you learn from someone is how to not do things. 14 hours ago, Doc said: Do unto others... This one too. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhoTom Posted January 28, 2022 Author Share Posted January 28, 2022 14 hours ago, muppy said: for true happiness and fufillment in life the wise thing to do is date UP. Right? My son won the wifey LOTTO. he soo married up LOL Marrying up is great until the partner realizes that they married down. Unless you're like me - I married up but made it a point to become the man she deserved. Win-win. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Favorite words of wisdom from my parents: Dad - Lazy people work twice as hard. Mom - Never trust a man with beady eyes. Solid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muppy Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 (edited) 41 minutes ago, WhoTom said: Marrying up is great until the partner realizes that they married down. Unless you're like me - I married up but made it a point to become the man she deserved. Win-win. ABSOLUTELY......and you know what? I wasn't meaning to disparage my son at all...trust me they elevate and inspire and love each other to death. She is smart, accomplished. self sufficient, gorgeous, athletic, a gardner, sweet, patient, kind, No Drama absolute sweetheart. (just like her mother in law) LOL sorry I couldnt help it Im a pipsqueak. anyway they bring out the absolute BEST in each other in true ying yang completeness fashion. my son is a mommas boy LOL seriously what I think in conclusion is that SHE won the lotto too :-))))))))))))) 2 hours ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said: Don't open thread postings where this guy is: lol Yeah I know this is like a 2bd prank it caught me once hahaha Edited January 28, 2022 by muppy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muppy Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 lol I'm in bed last night and this one came to me hahaa the backstory is cool too. this is from google direct quote "If you lie down with dogs, you get up with fleas, or in Latin, qui ***** canibus concumbunt ***** pulicibus surgent. "He that lieth down with dogs shall rise up with fleas" has been attributed to Benjamin Franklin 's Poor Richard's Almanack." tck~m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eSJayDee Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Boss at my 1st "real" job - Work smarter, not harder. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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