1. It's better to be over dressed than under dressed
2. A basil martini or a glass of wine is always a good idea
3. Take one thing you like from every person you meet and apply it to your life
4. Treat everyone equally
5. The guy should like the girl just a little bit more
6. How to make pasta sauce from scratch
7. No chipped nail polish allowed
8. Parenting isn't a science - trust your instincts because you already know more than you think
9. Don't take life too seriously
10. Success is a result of hard work and being nice (not necessarily connections or education)
11. Treat older generations with respect
What has your mother taught you?