Nothing Wrong with Lists

I wish I could say I wrote this list, but I haven't =/ haha I'm kinda not really that creative, I hope I get some inspiration soon. Maybe I need to do a found poem or something for fun =P

"11 Things a Girl Should ALWAYS Do:

1. Speak. Voice your thoughts without placing yourself upon a pedestal. Opinions are wonderful, but they are more likely to be heard when they aren't covered in vinegar, you catch more people with honey.

2. Comfort. I can't understand why you'd torture yourself to be 'beautiful'. I remember reading this book, which the movie Howl's Moving Castle was based upon. A fire demon, by the name of Calcifer, said to another character, "The day Howl stops using potions to enhance his beauty, is the day he's found love."

3. Reflect. Take things by their smooth handle. So the power went out as you were trying to dry your hair.. don't freak, it's not the end of the world. And if you have to be somewhere, don't stress, because if you start your day off with stress, it'll only end in more stress.

4. Courage. Life is about the now. Not the what if, and not the way back then. Live life in the moment. If you make a mistake on something, it's okay. You haven't failed, you've just learned what doesn't work.

5. Inspire. I'm a sucker for someone who's creative, who likes getting messy. I once dated a girl that showed me how to make a keychain using a chip bag and a microwave. I still have the tiny dorito's bag, I punched a hole in it, and hung it up on the wall. I have never thought of that. She explained the bag was made of metal, and plastic, which created the amazing shrinking affect. The same girl would splatter paint her converse. I'd rather see you covered in paint and clay while smiling, than see you in make up with your hair all done and in a bad mood.

6. Protect. A girl that can stand on her own is wonderful, a girl that is loyal and protects her friends and family is a miracle. Protecting someone doesn't mean making yourself a human shield. There are many ways to protect.

7. Compassion. I find it so upsetting that now and days.. it's hard to find a girl that looks deep, to find one positive thing about herself and others. To rise above external and internal turmoil. From what I've learned, light is in all places. The center of the earth, deep space, caves, the ocean depths. Light is always there, but one must find the strength to search for it.

8. Laughter. Laughter, like courage is important. You've embarrassed yourself? Laugh it off. Someone is cruel to you? Laugh it off. You find yourself feeling blue? Submerge yourself in positive energy. Besides, girls are much more attractive when their eyes are smiling.

9. Faith. I find the word trust is but a word. Because trust can easily be broken. However, faith is believing in yourself, and in those around you. Faith is but another form light takes.

10. Intellect. Okay, so maybe you feel you're not as smart as, I dunno, let's say a brain surgeon. So? If you feel 'dumb' then read a book. I don't mean a history book, any book. Fiction, fantasy, romance, thriller. My favorite book happens to be Gathering Blue. Check it out, it's pretty amazing.

11. Love. Love yourself enough to be yourself. You are the only you there is. There is only one of you, make something of it. Care for it. Because love is infinite. Love, the most powerful form of light, is in all places. If you feel you've run out, just create more. Love your mind, your body, your spirit, and those around you. Because once you've truly submerged yourself in love, you've found true strength. Strength to be.. one less. One less to fear. One less to judge. One less to lie. One less to hate. And one more to make a change in the world. One person at a time."