Things Learned the Hard Way
Two things happened this week that made me think about lessons I've learned the hard way. I ordered a questionable device to help stop colds, and a few friends told me I'd been had. Maybe, I have - it won't be the first time. And another friend made a Facebook post about lessons from childhood, which made me remember a few... I've had hats and boots come home with me from the store, and later, regretting my purchases, I've returned them. But, sometimes I keep them. And never wear them. Accepting their reproach.... Go ahead, boot, SAY it. Furthermore, these hats and boots have not served as the talismans I'd hoped they'd be. They've never prevented further impulse buys. I expected more out of these two. Frozen orange juice concentrate eaten straight out of the can is not a substitute for a creamsicle. Especially eaten furtively under the bed after being told no. Don't catch frogs (toads) and put them in a rain barrel overnight....