Aphorisms Adages & Advice for the Children I Never Had

<p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(34 34 34 1)>Too soon old too late smart. This saying has resonated with me throughout my life serving as a reminder of the lessons we often learn too late to fully appreciate. Over the years I've come across countless sayings that perfectly capture the wisdom gained from life's experiences. I've written many of these down along with personal insights I hoped to one day share with my children.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(34 34 34 1)>However life took a different course. After thirteen years of marriage I found myself divorced and without children to pass my lessons to. Instead I shared these sayings with the apprentices I mentored-young pipe fitters who were eager to learn. To my surprise the lessons were well received.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(34 34 34 1)>Now I want to expand this sharing to a broader audience-the children and grandchildren I never had.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(34 34 34 1)>To any parents who may read this: I know many of these lessons may echo advice you've already passed down to your children. But in the busyness of life some gems may have slipped through the cracks. This collection is meant to reinforce and complement what you've already shared.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(34 34 34 1)>Who can benefit from these lessons? Anyone at any stage of life. Whether you're working playing or navigating the school of hard knocks there's wisdom here for all.</span></p>