The other day E and I were talking about the lessons we learned from our parents, the messages that we heard from them either often enough or memorably enough that we can still hear our parents saying them. Here’s what we came up with.
–My mom: If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing right.
–My dad: Never bet unless you have inside information.
–E’s mom: Treat other people with respect.
–E’s dad: You should look nice and wear lipstick, because you never know when you’re going to meet Prince Charming.
I’m not sure what M would say if we asked him what lessons we’ve been conveying lately, but here’s what it feels like we say to him the most often these days.
–Chew with your mouth closed.
–Acknowledge me when I’m talking to you.
–What do you think you should do?
