What philosophies or sayings  of yours will your kids always remember because you recite them so often? Here’s what my role models taught me, good or bad, true or false:

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Grandpa Joe, the wisest of them all

  1. “A can of Comet is still only 33 cents. There’s no excuse for Americans to have dirty houses.” Mom
  2. “Wearing underwear with holes in it and a fur coat at the same time shows you have no class, even though no one else can see it.” Dad
  3. “It will rain only if you forget to take your umbrella, so take it. If you forget to bring it home, it will surely rain.” Grandma Nellie
  4. “Debt is your enemy. If you can’t afford it, don’t buy it. You don’t need it anyway.” Grandpa
  5. “A winner never quits. A quitter never wins.” Mom, who borrowed that from Napoleon Hill
  6. “Floss, floss, floss, each and every time you eat.” Grandma (FYI – this has led to my excessive compulsive flossing disorder)
  7. “If you want to teach a child to love something, act like you hate it yourself.” Dad
  8. “Always keep a container of homemade spaghetti sauce in your freezer for last minute dinner guests.” Mom
  9. “Every man wants to marry a good cook.” Grandma
  10. “Be honest. Do the right thing. Sleep well at night.” Grandpa
  11. “It’s all good.” Stepfather

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