Even if you move away from Texas at some point, you just can’t erase these life lessons from your memory, no matter how hard you try. If you grew up here, you’ll definitely remember your parents teaching you these important things.
- Be kind to everyone, even if they can’t offer anything in return.
Darinka Maja/Flickr Texas literally means friend in the Caddo language, so naturally we’re taught from a young age to be kind to all people, even strangers.
- Respect nature.
Angi English/Flickr Texas is a diverse state comprised of many different landscapes, and most of us have learned to tread lightly among Earth and protect it while we can.
- Cherish your family (even if they get on your nerves sometimes).
Evil Erin/Flickr Family is everything, and if you’ve got people who have your back no matter what, you have the world.
- The best fruits and veggies are locally grown in someone’s backyard.
Allen Sheffield/Flickr Most of us are taught to be self-sufficient, and our parents probably showed us our way around a garden at a young age.
- Take time to relax.
Dave Wilson/Flickr We have a slower pace of life in Texas, and we know how important it is to have some R&R time each day, especially after a hard day’s work.
- Stop and notice the little things before they pass you by.
TexasEagle/Flickr Because in the end, you’ll realize the small things were actually the big things.
- Never stop exploring.
Adam Baker/Flickr This world has so much to offer, as long as you have the willingness and curiosity to uncover its secrets.
- Be patient.
Todd Dwyer/Flickr Life will provide you with what you need, as long as you’re willing to work hard and wait for it.
- Don’t overcomplicate your life.
nancy waldman/flickr Keep things simple; life doesn’t have to be as hard as we make it seem sometimes.
- Hard work pays off.
Darren Johnson/ iDJ Photography/Flickr The prize at the top of the mountain is worth it, no matter how high you have to climb, or how long it takes you to get there.
- Keep your eyes on the road.
State Farm/Flickr You never know what’s up ahead…potholes, construction, pedestrians, and deer are all very real possibilities.
- Don’t mess with Texas.
Thomas Hawk/flickr Take pride in yourself and your state, and treat your home with dignity and respect. We only have one Texas, so let’s make sure we take care of her!
What else do you learn from living in Texas? What do you remember from your childhood that still sticks with you today? Feel free to add your thoughts in the comments!
Darinka Maja/Flickr
Texas literally means friend in the Caddo language, so naturally we’re taught from a young age to be kind to all people, even strangers.
Angi English/Flickr
Texas is a diverse state comprised of many different landscapes, and most of us have learned to tread lightly among Earth and protect it while we can.
Evil Erin/Flickr
Family is everything, and if you’ve got people who have your back no matter what, you have the world.
Allen Sheffield/Flickr
Most of us are taught to be self-sufficient, and our parents probably showed us our way around a garden at a young age.
Dave Wilson/Flickr
We have a slower pace of life in Texas, and we know how important it is to have some R&R time each day, especially after a hard day’s work.
TexasEagle/Flickr
Because in the end, you’ll realize the small things were actually the big things.
Adam Baker/Flickr
This world has so much to offer, as long as you have the willingness and curiosity to uncover its secrets.
Todd Dwyer/Flickr
Life will provide you with what you need, as long as you’re willing to work hard and wait for it.
nancy waldman/flickr
Keep things simple; life doesn’t have to be as hard as we make it seem sometimes.
Darren Johnson/ iDJ Photography/Flickr
The prize at the top of the mountain is worth it, no matter how high you have to climb, or how long it takes you to get there.
State Farm/Flickr
You never know what’s up ahead…potholes, construction, pedestrians, and deer are all very real possibilities.
Thomas Hawk/flickr
Take pride in yourself and your state, and treat your home with dignity and respect. We only have one Texas, so let’s make sure we take care of her!
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