Filename: RulesForMyBoy.txt

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Rules For My Boy

1. Never shake a man’s hand sitting down.
2. There are plenty of ways to enter a pool. The stairs ain’t one.
3. The man at the grill is the closest thing we have to a king.
4. In a negotiation, never make the first offer.
5. Act like you’ve been there before. Especially in the end zone.
6. Request the late check-out.
7. When entrusted with a secret, keep it.
8. Hold your heroes to a higher standard.
9. Return a borrowed car with a full tank of gas.
10. Don’t fill up on bread.
11. When shaking hands, grip firmly and look him in the eye.
12. Mistakes are the best teachers. Learn from them and don't dwell on them.
13. If you need music on the beach, you’re missing the point.
14. Carry two handkerchiefs. The one in your back pocket is for you. The one in your breast pocket is for her.
15. You marry the girl, you marry her whole family.
16. Be like a duck. Remain calm on the surface and paddle like crazy underneath.
17. Always give more than you take or receive.
18. Never be afraid to ask out the best looking girl in the room.
19. Never turn down a breath mint.
20. In a game of HORSE, sometimes a simple free throw will get ’em.
21. A sport coat is worth 1000 words.
22. Plan and don't rush...mistakes usually happen when you wait till the last minute and hurry.
23. Thank a veteran. And then make it up to him.
24. Always tell your loved ones you love them...you never know when it might be the last time.
25. Eat lunch with the new kid.
26. After writing an angry email, read it carefully. Then delete it.
27. Treat her like a lady...always.
28. See it on the big screen.
29. Give credit. Take the blame.
30. Write down your dreams.
31. Lead by example.
32. Always open doors for your girl.
33. Remember your past...it will help your future.

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