Lessons Learned

On my trip, and in the time I've been blessed to spend with Bop I've learned more lessons than textbook could ever teach. Which these are the types of lessons that only come from life experience and are the kind I believe many students thirst for while sitting in a classroom. Think of Huck Finn!   Lessons about life, love, and family.  I've also managed to learn a few things about the law that I really wasn't aware of, thankfully Bop taught me, rather than a law enforcement officer!

Lessons about Love:
1. Love is unconditional
2. Love can hurt (sometimes even hurt others)
3. Love everyday you have
4. People show love in different ways.
5. Absence REALLY does make the heart grow fonder.

Lessons about Family:
1. Family IS important
2. Make your own family a priority
3. Dealing with family is a balance.
4. Communicate with your family, even if honesty is tough.


Oh, I suppose you're still wondering what lessons about the law I learned? How many of you know that you are supposed to move over a lane on the interstate when you see a law enforcement vehicle parked on the shouder issuing someone else a ticket?  Did you also know that it is illegal to drive and talk on your cell phone in the state of NY? No worries, I know better now, and didn't get caught! :)

Lessons about Life:
*I know these things, I read them on quotes, artwork, and places all the time,  I think I am actually beginning to make them  the day-to-day routine of life!
1. Life is short
2. Everyday is a GREAT day
3. Find pleasure in the little things
4. LAUGH OFTEN
5. Don't stress

Not only have I learned useful lessons,I've also learned some pretty useful skills from Bop!  To date, I've learned how to use a sewing machine, bleach mold off of dishes and oil wood, put together a grill, play solitaire (2 ways), calmly drive someone to the ER ( wouldn't recommend it, but it IS useful), and best of all, how to take an amazing road trip! I only hope I can take someone else on a trip like this one day!

As our time is winding down,  I am relishing and trying to put to memory all of the wonderful experiences I've had with Bop this summer.  We have just over a week left together before I have to head back home and gear up for the school year.  Tomorrow we are off to Ottawa, Canada for a day trip!