what I learned in high school

When there are turtles in the road, pull over and carry them to the other side, but if they're snapping turtles, use sticks to nudge them back to where they started. Remember that rain is for dancing, with bare feet as the sky's opening above you. Carry tissues, or hugs at least, for crying hallway strangers. Never grow too big for swings or so small that playing hide and seek with you is way too challenging for your friends. When it comes to pineapples, don't hide them, or at least don't ask the administration where they are. And always make sure someone signs up to bring drinks. Collecting poetry is only productive if you use it to finish your original plan, but writing poetry is always productive. Use it as an excuse for not cleaning your room, and for inexpensive but meaningful birthday presents. Be proud of the dent pencils form on your finger, and say, "I'm a writer," not like it's your job, but like it's your identity.