Put Me In The Story: Here's to the Graduate Personalized Book

HE R E ‛S TO THE

G R A DUAT E , Stephanie BEST WISHES FROM

Chris

day! n o i t a u d a r g wishes for your W R I T T E N BY

MARIANNE RICHMOND

HERE‛S TO THE

G R A D U A T E, STEPHANIE W R I T T E N

M A R I A N N E

B Y

R I C H M O N D

Steph, So proud to be your big bro. I know you’ll be amazing in college.

Congrats!

Chris

BEST WISHES FROM

Chris

CELEBRATING THE GRADUATE

Stephanie

CLASS OF

2014

Congrats, Stephanie!

Did you think this day would ever come?

Ste ph a n ie

Now, what’s next?

As you begin your next adventure, I want to send with you my wishes…

Stephanie, I wish you

GUTS.

Challenge your ability by trying something new, even if you’re scared.

Or nervous.

Or about to throw up.

Stephanie, I wish you a generous .

Share your time and resources with others,

don’t expect anything in return,

and watch your good fortune

GROW!

Stephanie, I wish you a p l ay f u l s p i r i t .

Remember that it’s always cool to dance, master the monkey bars, spin a cartwheel, wish upon a star, hug your mom or dad, befriend a child, or hand out Halloween candy.

Stephanie, I wish you

humility.

One of the greatest gifts you can give is to be genuinely interested in another’s life.

Ask questions and listen more than you talk.

Stephanie, I wish you patience with others.

Seems like everything takes longer than you hope.

A boss can be downright annoying.

Traffic is crazy.

People are rude.

Take a deep breath before you blow.

Stephanie, I wish you patience with yourself, too.

Give it your all and give yourself a break.

If you finish 3rd place when you want 1st‌ go easy on yourself while you improve.

Stephanie, I wish you determination.

Some things will come easy.

A lot won’t.

Whatever your goal, remind yourself why it’s important

‌and keep going!

Stephanie, I wish you great friendships.

Surround yourself with loving, supportive, funny friends

and tell them how much you appreciate them!

Stephanie, I wish you a great sense of humor.

If you can find the fun in life,

you’ll find the journey much

more entertaining!

Stephanie, I wish you an

opinion.

What do you think about this or that?

Do you agree or disagree?

Speak up and state your case!

Stephanie, I wish you an open mind.

Appreciate others’ ideas, ways, customs, and preferences.

Acceptance cultivates kindness.

Stephanie, I wish you common sense.

When faced with situations, decisions, quandaries, and questions, consult your experiences and instincts and try to respond with good judgment.

Stephanie, I wish you curiosity.

Keep asking, keep trying, keep learning, keep living.

Stephanie, I wish you honesty.

It’s hard sometimes to hear AND tell the truth.

Do it with gentleness and tact, however, and

you will gain respect, win friends, and feel better about yourself.

Stephanie, I wish you self-足respect.

Do you like you?

Do you know your limits, values, and absolutes?

A strong moral compass will be your ultimate guide through life.

Stephanie, I wish you joyfulness!

Laugh often.

Plan surprises.

Be spontaneous.

Tell jokes.

Be silly.

Lastly, Stephanie, I wish you

luck.

For all the planning, striving, and learning we do,

there’s no substitute for great timing and pure luck!

Congratulations, Stephanie!

CLASS OF

2014

About the Author Beloved author and illustrator Marianne Richmond has touched the lives of millions for nearly two decades through her award-winning books, greeting cards, and other gift products that offer people the most heartfelt way to connect with each other. She lives in the Minneapolis area. Visit www.mariannerichmond.com.

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