Things We've Learned



Our 3rd list is finally completed! If you missed out on throwing in your two- cents worth, don't worry, I'm already taking contributions for next year!




100 Things We've Learned

Contributions by Becki, Beth C, Sandy, Jackie, Maura, Alli, Hollie, Alicia, Franklin, Beth H and Becky

Edited by Hollie and Alicia

Thank you to everybody who contributed this year! For those of you who didn't get a chance,
don't worry, there's always next year!




Milk from a cow comes from a cow. So does milk from a carton.

Just because it may be easy to hack into your best friend's website doesn't mean that it's a good idea.

Wal-mart RULES!

Never eat a lot of sugar and then try to go down stairs.

Moms are evil when they get together. Especially when they're trying to set their kids up for a date.

It's never too early to sing Christmas songs.

Violence and technology don't work too well together.

If you do something stupid (like trying to kill yourself), don't go around telling people you just met how much you regret it because they'll just think you're an idiot.

Not everyone looks good in a milk mustache.

If peer pressure is a problem, get new peers.

It's really scary when a random old guy tells you all about yourself.

Great minds may think best at 2 a.m.

There is nothing wrong with buying a pair of sandles in the middle of winter.

Just because you know a few words in French doesn't mean you're fluent.

Inspiration comes in strange places.

Experimenting is the only way to discover things.

Leaving your razor in the bathtub is not a good idea. Your little siblings might try to shave each other's faces.

Never watch scary movies alone.

Everyone should have ONE bad hair dying experience - no more, no less.

It's rough being good at something you don't like.

Just because you have a friend who is way younger than you doesn't mean you can't have a good time.

Nair really isn't all that great.

Never judge a person by your first impression of them.

People tend to get weird late at night.

Don't leave your mascara by your curling iron when its been on high for half an hour.

Sun-in is awesome!

Sleep comes easier when your pajamas don't match.

Friendship may come from where you least expect it.

Never go up to a guy you like, but barely know, and tell him he looks good in that shirt when he has a whole bunch of friends with him.

Most songs are just poetry put to music.

Never ask someone if they have PMS, because chances are that they do, and they really don't want to be bothered more.

Balloons with faces make great party guests.

Always make sure that your friends are asleep before you, because who knows what they will do while you're sleeping.

You won't know if something works unless you try it.

Always be comfortable enough with your life decisions to stand up under a child's scrutiny.

Good friendships take work.

Never love until you know it -and he- is true, but then love with abandon and don't let your feelings be affected by the lack of his presence.

The only person who can truly ruin your life is you.

Don't take 8:00 a.m. classes 5 days a week if you can help it.

Always listen to people's problems. Not only does it help them to relieve their stress, but it sure makes you feel better to know that you're not the only one whose life isn't perfect.

Friends come in all colors, ages, shapes and sizes.

You're never too old to wear a Burger King crown.

Most people are stupid and don't like to be told it. But then, they probably think you're stupid too and do you want them to tell you so?

Nothing just happens.

The human body can function on less than 20 hours of sleep a week.

No matter how much you yell at your computer, it's still an inanimate object, and it can't hear you.

Dying someone else's hair is WAY COOL!

No matter how much a person bugs you, treat them like Jesus would.

Suicides are caused by unstable emotions. Chocolate chip cookies and good poems often are too.

Boys are stupid and girls are even stupider for liking them.

Never sit in a hammock with your best friend.

You'd be amazed at how tired of the SAT you get if you take it enough times.

Don't get your nails done and try to type.

Once you've been in Physics class long enough, it's scary how much you notice that the whole world really is physics.

Denial is a wonderful thing.

When you ask somebody to move their car out of the driveway, make sure they don't move it behind your car. The crunching noise is the worst way to find out.

Trampolines are really fun at 2 in the morning.

Never confront unstable people about emotional issues while they're cleaning their gun.

When you're at work, never forget to clock in. They won't go back and add those extra hours to your paycheck.

The element of surprise is highly overrated.

A calculator can only be your best friend if you put the numbers in right.

Wax lips are not meant to be swallowed.

Never put a peel off face mask over your eyebrows.

There truly is always something else to learn.

If you don't like something but you still have to do it, you don't have to keep reminding people that you're unhappy by your actions. If you say so plainly, they'll believe you, and it will go much easier on everyone if you're still nice about it.

It's always the perfect time to go eat at Waffle House.

People do change every day and even every moment. Including myself.

You know it's bad when the Spanish teacher laughs at your translations.

No matter how long you argue with a three year old, the three year old is still right.

Sweaters were not meant to be put into dryers.

Feeling strongly about something does not give you the right to get angry.

Waking up to find your cat clawing your butt is NOT very fun.

When it comes to oatmeal-and-yogurt facials, less is more.

When the sea gets rough, puking doesn't help, but sometimes it's all you can do.

Taking the direct route is always best..unless you're playing pool.

Never back yourself into a corner by being too vocal about something you don't really understand.

When you're holding something containing dirt over your head, keep your mouth closed.

It's okay if you're a teenager and you still collect stuffed animals.

The only thing funner than a sugar high or bring sleep deprived is being on a sugar high while you're sleep deprived.

Don't sing while you are trying to drink.

Never be a witness. When you pick sides, one person's happy but one's mad at you, and when you're neutral, it doesn't matter because they're both mad at you.

Don't tell people if you have an imaginary boyfriend. It's really not worth it.

Most people don't understand the importance of speaking your mind.

Never pour lemon juice on your legs right after you've shaved.

It's very hard to stay afloat in water while laughing.

If you're always honest, not only will you be considered trustworthy, but you will learn more about yourself.

You CAN be friends with guys without having a "thing" for them.

Always tip. You'll appreciate it more once you're on the receiving end.

The above statement is very true, but you don't realize it until you actually ARE on the receiving end.

When you get a car with a security system on it, be sure you know how to work it. It's really embarrassing to set the alarm off yourself, not know it's you, and then have NO idea how to turn it off.

Do whatever you can to bring a smile to everyone's face.

You can lose 10 pounds in 3 weeks and gain it back in 3 days.

When your mother likes your crush more than you do, there may be a problem.

Police officers really don't care. They're usually too lazy to arrest people.

Even when you think you're broke, you can always find money for ice cream.

If you don't look good in red, dying your hair red is probably not a good idea.

Bring happiness with you everywhere you go and give it away to everyone you can.

Perfection changes as you get older.

Expanding your horizons isn't always easy, but it sure makes life more interesting!

God loves you. Pass it on.