Priceless Gems from a Mother......

I came across this in a magazine the other day. With Mother's Day approaching I thought it appropriate.

1. If you feel guilty about throwing away leftovers, wrap then fastidiously, put them in the refrigerator where they can easily be seen, and throw them away the next day.

2. When you're sad, don't fight it-accessorize it. Get some gin and cigarettes, then play Edith Piaf until the CD starts to skip.

3. Knowing how to roast red peppers will impress more people than you'd think.

4. It's OK to read at the table.

5. But it's never OK to watch TV at the table.

6. You can always substitute white wine for vermouth in a martini.

7. Everything tastes better if it's served by candlelight.

8. If nothing matches, no matter. That's just another reason for candlelight.

9. Do not try to order in French at a French restaurant unless you are French.

10. Unexpected gifts are the most appreciated.

11. At work, find the people who can fix things-the copier, mistakes in your expense report-and then be very, very nice to them.

12. There are five things that will always make you happy if you have them in your home: flowers, a lovely place to eat a meal, a chilled bottle of white wine, Goldfish crackers, and a cat.

13. If you must leave a party and you don't have a good excuse, spill something on yourself.

14. The proper way to end a conversation is "I'm sorry to let you go."

15. If you think you're fat, remember that at this time next year, you will look back and wish you were the weight you are now.