Advice from Old PeopleSometimes, just sometimes, old people say something worth listening to. Ok, so it's like picking the needle out of a whole haystack of mis-remembered war stories, but those gems should be celebrated.
Tell us something worthwhile an old-type person has told you.
Note, we're leaving the definition of old up to you, you smooth-skinned youngsters.
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chthonic, Thu 19 Jun 2008, 16:16)
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You should never...Combined wisdoms over the years:
Socialising at a party?
-Never sit down and never refuse a drink, you'll always have a good time.
Worried about the cleanliness of your sexual partner?
-Never put in your fanny what you wouldn't put in your gob.
Not sure if you should try and fix something?
-Never put your finger where you wouldn't put your dick. [said at HSE review after industrial accident resulted in lost finger]
Worried, concerned, got the troubles of the world on your shoulders?
-Even this phase will pass.
a.k.a : when you've got your head up your arse, all you see is shite
It's the last one that's helped most, you'll be pleased to hear :)
(, Fri 20 Jun 2008, 12:12, 4 replies)
My Version Is.
This too, will pass.
Same sentiments and has gotten me through some truly horrendous times..
Cheers
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Legless Mister Stabby - shanks for the memory, Fri 20 Jun 2008, 12:15,
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yepWinston Churchill's version was "when you're going through hell, keep going!"
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LikewiseMy one and only motto in life is -
Nothing lasts forever.
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chickenlady b3ta's very own Elizabeth Taylor, Fri 20 Jun 2008, 12:25,
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This too shall passalso applies if you've just eaten a load of jalapeno peppers.
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The Resident Loon Not a demographic. Do not measure., Fri 20 Jun 2008, 12:56,
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