Give advice to a younger sibling, friend, or peer in the tone of Kincaid's "Girl." Entries should be at least 10 sentences. Please leave your initials at the end of your entry. Thank you!
Dont run away from home, always make your mother happy, dont drink and drive, dont be cocky, let your playing talk for you, do your homework, always smile and nod, even if you think the person is an idiot; pick your fights- make sure you can win; everyone is a ma'am or sir, no matter what there age is; keep what you do in your bedroom in your bedroom
keep your wits about you; do not let the foolish train you in their ways; let your feet fall only on the path; do not be a sinner; lie about no one; stealing is for those without humility; see the truth and not its shadow; keep to the herd but be the leader; show strength where others are weak; the pleasures of the body are temporary but the grace of heaven is eternal; should you see someone in need; give without hesitation; sleep by yourself
Dont slouch you'll always regret it. Workout or you'll regret it when you suddenly don't like your body. Don't let Dad boss you around. If Dad does boss you around don't be afraid to talk back. He is a big boy he can take it. Be proud of your height. Wear heels. Run in the rain at least once. Don't forget to wear underwear under your skirt. Don't forget to wear a bra under your shirt. Don't be too concerned with pleasing other people that you don't make yourself happy. Don't be stupid, use common sense. If you cant avoid something you might as well enjoy it. And sense you cannot avoid college go to the place you want to go not the place people say you should go.
Make sure to eat lots of fruits and vegetables; don't drink too much milk or else you will get fat; shower everyday, or else you will smell bad; on Sundays, go to church. It's good for your soul. This is how to put on your makeup; Don't eat rotten food; don't skip school; take time for yourself, to relax, sing, dance, play, anything to free your spirit; love with your whole heart; take risks; eating fast food will make you fat; always put a napkin in your lap when you eat; sing loud for everyone to hear; laugh; eat lots of edamame; always be yourself.
heck your email every night; check the class web page every night; be sure to read the board when you come to class everyday, because the teacher might put something on the board for homework; always tell the cafeteria ladies thank you after they give you food; never forget to thank the ladies who was the dishes, because they can spray you with those water guns before you get to the exit; this is how to clean up your table before you leave the cafeteria; be sure to make it to class on time after lunch, for some teachers get extremely angry if you're late, and others don't, but just be on time; is it true that you are doing someone else's homework for him or her?, because that is bad news; this is how you plagiarize, and now that you know how, don't do it; this is how you tuck your shirt in; this is how you tuck your shirt in so it won't get untucked when you sit down or play basketball during lunch, even if the shirt seems short; get to sleep at a decent hour, because you're going to need your energy to do all of this, and more, tomorrow.
Always make the best sandwiches. Be prepared to suffer the consequences of displeasing you partner. Always be neat and prepared for whatever event you are about to engage in. Be discrete when doing something questionable. Never short change yourself. Try to live your life to the fullest. Be defined in the way you treat others. What you do outside of my reach is your responsibility. Be wise in the choices that could make you big or get you locked up. Clean your trash. Give me money when I am old.
Never get caught; always listen for the steps coming up the stairs and have an escape plan in your head. Always think before you speak; the words that come out of your mouth will be ridiculed if they even have the slightest amount of idiocy behind them. When he is watching, always do what he expects, not what you think is right. Always keep your room appearing clean. Actually keep your room clean sometimes, it will pay off. When you go out for a night, never tell the truth, you are "going to a friends". Sing loud, he is proud of that. Don't lie to me, you'll regret it. You will leave the world a better place, just don't piss off the wrong people. your smart; use your wits; don;t play dumb.
Always listen to your oldest siblings words of wisdom; do what you're told when told to do it; don't ask to many questions; borrow clothing out of someone else's closet only with permission; blaming things on your sisters and brothers will only lead them to play a cruel prank on you, so avoid doing it; love your family as much as they love you; cease the constant complaining; after washing your hair, rinse it in cold water to keep i healthy; each time you bake something, make sure there is enough for everyone else and quit being greedy; attempt doing away with the obsessive compulsive disorder, it's an annoying quality; keep your short nails painted as they usually are; love your sisters and brother and they'll love you back
Never try to be someone you are not. Live each day like it is your last. Don't watch too much Family Guy. Never let someone tell you that you can't do something. Always look both ways at the end of a crossword. Run your hardest. Don't be a space cadet. Don't lie all the time. Just be yourself. Don't be afraid to cry.
Be happy; don't wear your emotion on your sleeve. Don't be arrogant; don't pick on other people. Live life to the fullest; take advantage of every opportunity that arises, because a lot of times you only get one chance. Love those close to you for they could be gone in a second. Try your hardest; don't let anybody work harder than you. Be a protective man; don't let anyone harm those close to you. Don't drink and drive; don't smoke anything. Don't insult women; unless they absolutely deserve it. Get good grades in school; it opens doors later on.
Dont run away from home, always make your mother happy, dont drink and drive, dont be cocky, let your playing talk for you, do your homework, always smile and nod, even if you think the person is an idiot; pick your fights- make sure you can win; everyone is a ma'am or sir, no matter what there age is; keep what you do in your bedroom in your bedroom
ReplyDeletekeep your wits about you; do not let the foolish train you in their ways; let your feet fall only on the path; do not be a sinner; lie about no one; stealing is for those without humility; see the truth and not its shadow; keep to the herd but be the leader; show strength where others are weak; the pleasures of the body are temporary but the grace of heaven is eternal; should you see someone in need; give without hesitation; sleep by yourself
ReplyDeleteDont slouch you'll always regret it. Workout or you'll regret it when you suddenly don't like your body. Don't let Dad boss you around. If Dad does boss you around don't be afraid to talk back. He is a big boy he can take it. Be proud of your height. Wear heels. Run in the rain at least once. Don't forget to wear underwear under your skirt. Don't forget to wear a bra under your shirt. Don't be too concerned with pleasing other people that you don't make yourself happy. Don't be stupid, use common sense. If you cant avoid something you might as well enjoy it. And sense you cannot avoid college go to the place you want to go not the place people say you should go.
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Make sure to eat lots of fruits and vegetables; don't drink too much milk or else you will get fat; shower everyday, or else you will smell bad; on Sundays, go to church. It's good for your soul. This is how to put on your makeup; Don't eat rotten food; don't skip school; take time for yourself, to relax, sing, dance, play, anything to free your spirit; love with your whole heart; take risks; eating fast food will make you fat; always put a napkin in your lap when you eat; sing loud for everyone to hear; laugh; eat lots of edamame; always be yourself.
ReplyDeleteheck your email every night; check the class web page every night; be sure to read the board when you come to class everyday, because the teacher might put something on the board for homework; always tell the cafeteria ladies thank you after they give you food; never forget to thank the ladies who was the dishes, because they can spray you with those water guns before you get to the exit; this is how to clean up your table before you leave the cafeteria; be sure to make it to class on time after lunch, for some teachers get extremely angry if you're late, and others don't, but just be on time; is it true that you are doing someone else's homework for him or her?, because that is bad news; this is how you plagiarize, and now that you know how, don't do it; this is how you tuck your shirt in; this is how you tuck your shirt in so it won't get untucked when you sit down or play basketball during lunch, even if the shirt seems short; get to sleep at a decent hour, because you're going to need your energy to do all of this, and more, tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteAlways make the best sandwiches. Be prepared to suffer the consequences of displeasing you partner. Always be neat and prepared for whatever event you are about to engage in. Be discrete when doing something questionable. Never short change yourself. Try to live your life to the fullest. Be defined in the way you treat others. What you do outside of my reach is your responsibility. Be wise in the choices that could make you big or get you locked up. Clean your trash. Give me money when I am old.
ReplyDeleteNever get caught; always listen for the steps coming up the stairs and have an escape plan in your head. Always think before you speak; the words that come out of your mouth will be ridiculed if they even have the slightest amount of idiocy behind them. When he is watching, always do what he expects, not what you think is right. Always keep your room appearing clean. Actually keep your room clean sometimes, it will pay off. When you go out for a night, never tell the truth, you are "going to a friends". Sing loud, he is proud of that. Don't lie to me, you'll regret it. You will leave the world a better place, just don't piss off the wrong people. your smart; use your wits; don;t play dumb.
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Always listen to your oldest siblings words of wisdom; do what you're told when told to do it; don't ask to many questions; borrow clothing out of someone else's closet only with permission; blaming things on your sisters and brothers will only lead them to play a cruel prank on you, so avoid doing it; love your family as much as they love you; cease the constant complaining; after washing your hair, rinse it in cold water to keep i healthy; each time you bake something, make sure there is enough for everyone else and quit being greedy; attempt doing away with the obsessive compulsive disorder, it's an annoying quality; keep your short nails painted as they usually are; love your sisters and brother and they'll love you back
ReplyDeleteNever try to be someone you are not. Live each day like it is your last. Don't watch too much Family Guy. Never let someone tell you that you can't do something. Always look both ways at the end of a crossword. Run your hardest. Don't be a space cadet. Don't lie all the time. Just be yourself. Don't be afraid to cry.
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Be happy; don't wear your emotion on your sleeve. Don't be arrogant; don't pick on other people. Live life to the fullest; take advantage of every opportunity that arises, because a lot of times you only get one chance. Love those close to you for they could be gone in a second. Try your hardest; don't let anybody work harder than you. Be a protective man; don't let anyone harm those close to you. Don't drink and drive; don't smoke anything. Don't insult women; unless they absolutely deserve it. Get good grades in school; it opens doors later on.
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