The ABC's of a Backpackers Life

“This poem was written by Wanda Hope Carter.It's called the ABC's of Life.I saw it hanging on the wall at my daughter's ballet class.I liked it and wanted to share it with you.I changed of few things so it would apply to bp'ers.
Hope you enjoy it.

A -void negative sources, people, things and habits.
B -elieve in yourself.
C -onsider things from every angle. Get out your map and compass.
D -on't give up and don't give in.
E -njoy life today: yesterday is gone and tomorrow may never come.
F -amily and Friends are hidden treasures. Seek them and enjoy their riches.
G -ive more than you planned to give. Like, three snicker bars instead of one.
H -ang on to your dreams.
I -gnore those who try to discourage you.They are just jealous because they would not be able to carry a 40 pound backpack for 20 miles.
J -ust do it!
K -eep on trying, no matter how hard it seems. It will get better.
L -ove others first and most.
M -ake it happen.
N -ever lie to a fellow backpacker, cheat them, or steal their gear when they are out of camp. Always strike a fair deal.
O -pen your eyes and see things as they really are.
P -ractice makes perfect.
Q -uitters never win and winners never quit.
R -ead, study and learn everything you can about backpacking.
S -top procrastinating. Plan that trip.
T -ake control of your own destiny.
U -nderstand yourself in order to better understand others.
V -isualize it. You can climb mountains.
W -ant it more than anything.
X -ccelerate your efforts.
Y -ou are unique of all of Nature's creations. Nothing can replace you.
Z -ero in on your target, and go for it!!”

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“Ohhhh...very nice, I'm gonna steal, Umm I mean quote, that if you don't mind..”