Mama's Greatest Hits

Over the years Mama has handed out lots of advice. Solicited or unsolicited, it was always sagacious and I've learned to treasure every pearl. I've collected some of her finest here for you along with the vessel she choose to convey her message:

"There'd be days like this." -The Shirelles

"Knock you out" -LL Cool J

"Not to come, that ain't the way to have fun, no." -Randy Newman

"Your life's an open book, don't close it 'fore it's done. The brightest flame burns quickest." -Metallica

"Be careful how you play your cards, be true to self and you’ll go far, try not to break too many hearts." -Kelly Rowland

"Take your time." -Big Boi

"Take your time, don't live too fast, troubles will come and they will pass. You'll find a woman, you'll find love, and don't forget son, there is someone up above." -Lynyrd Skynyrd

"Put down your sandwich and play with your cock n' balls." -Adam Sandler

That crazy matriarch.