Today is my 23rd birthday! A couple months ago I decided I wanted to share some life lessons I've learned in my 23 years- well, really in about the last 5-10 years. Each year on my birthday, I'm going to add to this list as I learn more and more about the world and about myself. 1. Buy the shoes. You won't regret it when you look down at your feet and smile every single day. (If you know me, you know I pretty much live by this.) 2. Designer mascara is no better than cheap drugstore mascara. Go with the cheap stuff. 3. Hug your mama tight and don't hold a grudge against her. She has your best interest at heart. 4. Wash your face and brush your teeth no matter how tired you are. 5. Read your Bible and talk to God more. He's always listening. 6. Be kind to everyone you meet, no matter how they treat you. We're all just trying to make it some days. 7. Spend more time with your family and less time in your room by yourself. 8. Your little sister look...