31 random things I now know.
1. In elementary school in Utah I found out that you cannot take 10 younger kids into a dark bathroom and teach them about Bloody Mary, I guess I agree...
2. Chasing boys and punching them on the playground totally worked, I used that technique as an adult too but it was not quite as fruitful.
3. Befriend the other person in class who is making a fool of themselves, you will probably be lifelong friends and share a love of My So Called Life.
4. You should also try wearing boxers with leggings and see who tells you it looks good, they're a keeper.
5. Learn how to hold your own hair, if you have to throw up you can at least not have everyone know about it.
6. Date lots of different types of people, I went from a boy who wore eyeliner to a jock to a mean nerd. I mean that is how you learn what you want for the rest of your life.
7. Start working out and being active young. I tried swim and volleyball in high school but none of those stuck I wish I had been more sporty while in school.
8. Good food is worth the money.
9. I am not a nostalgic person, but that is starting to change when it comes to my baby.
10. If you haven't opened that drawer in over a year just throw it all away [unless you can donate it]. You probably don't need it.
11. Don't be a snoop, it is really really hard though.
12. I was voted 'Most Opinionated' in high school, I am pretty proud of it even though someone went to all the posters and wrote 'Bitch' instead... I feel like I might have been a little bit abrasive in high school haha but if I did it again I would probably do it the same but just tone it down a little bit.
13. Be of service, I loved being a peer counselor when I was in school and now I love helping out women with their breastfeeding journey. We also clean out our closets regularly to donate, but I really would like us to start doing more.
14. Travel, I wish I had done it more when I was younger and I plan on doing it more now.
15. Messy bed, messy head.
16. Don't leave your windows cracked or your purse in your car... after 4 break ins I think I have learned my lesson.
17. I used to hate being by myself, if I didn't have anything to do I would get super anxious and text everyone and try to make plans. As an adult I have become so much more comfortable with myself and enjoying some me time.
18. Reciprocity is important.
19. If you ever write poetry while in high school don't let your college boyfriend read it because he will steal it and keep it forever {no idea where Ryan keeps it now}
20. Don't tell dirty jokes in the computer lab in 4th grade, teachers don't like that.
21. Thankfully I never had any issues with credit cards and things like that but I did learn to pay attention to my money and still have to keep a check register and write down everything we spend to feel like I am in the know.
22. A good credit score is an awesome thing to have.
23. In school I am so glad I took photo, metal shop, home economics, and peer counseling. Those classes taught me so much.
24. Having a child has really helped me to slow down, even though we do a lot it has been nice to slow down.
25. Be there. I have learned to make an effort to let people know I am here, and I remember things. I love when people do it for me.
26. Watching Bridesmaids I always cry haha Helen strikes a cord with me, I don't know what I learned from that.
27. I have had many friends come and go, mostly women. What I have learned from that is if you have a problem to talk it out with that person. Telephone isn't cute and I am feeling so proud of my group of ladies.
28. "This is not for kids" is a good way to get your parents to make your sisters leave you alone :) I have grown out of that though and my sisters are my best friends. I understand the sibling hype, I have great ones.
29. My favorite advice to give to engaged friends is when you get upset to have a snack and maybe take a nap then remember that you get to wake up next to your best friend everyday.
30. Turning 30 wasn't as life changing as I thought it would be and tonight my mom reminded me that each year is just going to get better. I am looking forward to it.
31. Being comfortable in your own skin is the only way to be happy, so thankful for my family and friends who have helped me become who I am today. I have a lot more growing to do but I feel so very lucky for the years that I have lived.
xoxo
Thanks for the birthday love
you all rock
Nikol