Have impeccable manners

 See problems as opportunities for growth and self-mastery

 Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated 

 Return all things you borrow

 Keep secrets

 Take lots of snapshots

 Write "thank you" notes promptly

 Stop blaming others. Take responsibility for every area of your life

 Admit your mistakes

 Learn to make something beautiful with your hands

 Know how to tie a bow tie

 Respect your children's privacy

 Don't allow the phone to interrupt important moments

 Don't waste time grieving over past mistakes

 Take good care of those you love

 Accept pain and dissapointment as part of life

 Take charge of your attitude

 Pay attention to the details

 Every person that you meet knows something you don't, learn from them

"She moved on and I feel sorry for you, because she thought you were the most amazing boy ever. If she could have had any guy in the world, she still would have picked you. Now you're just another part of her past, a memory more faded every day. And someday, she'll find the one she deserves, and she will make her the happiest girl in the world."