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#1 They lived in the moment like tiny zen masters
#2 They took a good hard look in the mirror and confronted themselves
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#3 Their ambition knew no limits
#4 They innovated
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#5 They gave credit where credit was due
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#6 They were pragmatic
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#7 They learned from generations before them and made informed decisions
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#8 But they weren’t afraid to speak their minds to draconian babysitters
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#9 They cast no judgment on those around them
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#10 They learned from their mistakes
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#11 They were open to new experiences
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#12 They self-evaluated without hesitation
#13 They respected their elders
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#14 Their loyalty was admirable
#15 And their strong moral fiber
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#16 We could learn a thing or two from their fortitude
#17 They humbly accepted their shortcomings
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#18 There were great Thanksgivings
#19 And full of great advice
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#20 They were deeply philosophical
#21 And they cautioned others not to make mistakes of their own
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#22 And moments of pure poetic enchantment
#23 They were upfront and unafraid
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#24 And brutally honest with each other
#25 Because after all, they’re not too proud to learn from us
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#26 They made sure their voices were heard, no matter how controversial the opinion
#27 They put on no airs
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#28 Kids in 2015 weren’t afraid to dream big
