Undone

Undone

I tell my children to follow a simple philosophy as they mature.  

Don't do anything that can't be undone!

For example, babies, tattoos, DUI's, or other life altering changes.  

Many of us have made regrettable decisions while growing up,  but a goofy haircut or dye job can be undone, the mohawk will grow out, the color will fade.  A nose, lip, or other dramatic piercing can be removed when the fad has passed.  Funky clothes and music go in and out of fashion all the time and can be changed in a few seconds.  A baby is for life!

That cool car with the loud muffler and the money you don't have $1000 wheels can be replaced, but the barb wire tattoo on your arm that is now out of style and will be a wrinkled mess when your 50 is hard to remove.  The chinese letters on your neck will look silly in a few years, and you'll be kicking yourself saying what was I thinking!

Don't let a few beers or experimenting with drugs alter your life forever.  You only have one brain don't burn the all the brain cells with recklessness. We know of family and friends that have been killed or hurt over a simple night of partying.  Yes, we can have fun but be careful and be responsible, and always have a trusted friend nearby.  

You have your whole wonderful life in front of you with many terrific experiences yet to be had, so take it slow and wait a little while there is not rush to grow up and be cool.  All in good time. 

Life is a long winding wonderful road, give yourself time to enjoy the beautiful curves, falls, and rises.  You have just started your climb and the view is best from the mountaintop.

With Love,

Coach K

Tom Kaufmann