Notes for My Kids.

These are things I need to tell you, kids. I am writing them down in case I never get the opportunity to say them aloud.

  1. It’s not what you’re called that counts; it’s what you answer to.
  2. Never be afraid to stand up for yourself.
  3. God is your Father. I am simply His ambassador.
  4. Embrace all who seek truth. Beware all who find it.
  5. Respect yourself. This may make other people uncomfortable…and that’s a good thing.
  6. If a cause or a person is important to you, defend them accordingly.
  7. Learn the way of many weapons. Use none in anger.
  8. Pick an expression of the arts and make it your own; whether writing, painting, sculpting, woodworking, smithing, gardening, anything creative.
  9. Read, even if only for 10 minutes a day.
  10. Leaders only have power by your consent. It’s good to make that clear now and then.