50 More Things Everyone Should Know

If you have already read the first installment 50 things everyone should know , and were just waiting for the sequel, here it is.

Below I have highlighted 50 more necessary life skills. Which do you already possess?

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1. How to reverse a trailer or caravan: If you have ever done this you may be asking yourself how many people were watching. It is true, a crowd will gather round to see people trying to reverse a trailer.

2. Send emails: Although second nature to some, this is a skill that many people still don't know how to do. Give them a hand if you are computer savvy.

3. How to make a smiley on the computer: They are called emoticons you can learn all about them and their meanings. (This is a shameless plug)

4. How to give someone change by counting backwards: Do you remember the days when a cash register didn't tell the cashier how much change to give? If so you are my age.

5. Make coffee: Do people other than myself make coffee at home? With a coffee boutique, who shall remain nameless as they aren't paying me to advertise for them, on every corner, how many people still brew up a pot of coffee?

6. Cook beans: A good old fashion pot of beans. Mmm I love them. Do you make them or open a can?

7. How to lay a table: How to properly set a table. Do you know your fish knife from a butter knife?

8. Blow bubbles with chewing gun: Some would say it is a dirty habit, others would say a rite of passage. Where do you stand?

9. Whistle: Can you whistle? There are many adults who can't. Some whistle by just puckering their lips and others insert their fingers into their mouths and emit a loud piercing whistle.

10. How to jump rope: This is such good exercise everyone should be jumping for joy!

11. Speak a second language: How many languages do you speak? If only one, perhaps it is time to begin your second.

12. How to say, you don't want another date without feeling guilty: You know that horrible feeling where you don't want to lie and say you will call the next day. Just say it was a pleasure and turn and leave.

13. How to serve wine: Are you a wine aficionado? Can you tell a claret from a Cabernet? Do you know the correct way to serve wine and which glasses to use?

14. How to use a washing machine: There will be some of you who say, "This is too easy". Trust me, to some, it is a square mystery box that just makes noise.

15.How to iron a shirt: Many years ago, I had a small ironing business. I was amazed how many people hated ironing. Do you know how to properly iron a shirt?

16. Remember birthdays:Nothing is more important to a person than being remembered on their birthday. They may say you shouldn't fuss, but they will be glad you did.

17. Buy meaningful presents for friends and family: When people receive gifts from you, what do they say? "It is just what I wanted" or "Oh, thanks, did you keep the receipt"? If you listen to the person, then you will know their likes and dislikes.

18. How to tip a waitress: Nothing is more embarrassing than sitting across the table from someone spilling change onto the table to tip their waitress. If your waitress worked hard, be generous. If he/she didn't, don't tip.

19. How to book a vacation or special outing: Where do you want to go? Booking a trip is easy with a skilled travel agent or online.

20. How to merge into traffic on a freeway: The first time someone merges onto a freeway can be nerve racking, especially for the passengers! Practice at a quiet time, 3am should suffice.

21. How to tell time without a digital watch: You may know someone who is embarrassed about not being able to tell the time using an analog clock. Are you able to tell the time using both?

22. How to correctly use a shovel: This sounds so simple.There are those, and I apparently am included in this according to my husband, that don't use a shovel correctly. I simply choose the wrong shovel and usually wear flip flops whilst using it.

23. Understand the metric system: There is a large country, with a red, white and blue flag that for some reason refuses to go metric. The world is waiting for you to catch up.

24. Know how to paint a wall: Does your wall have streaks and brush marks? This is a learned skill.

25. Correctly eat soup: Tip the bowl away from you and using a soup spoon, sip from the side of the spoon.

26. Eat spaghetti correctly: This will depend where you are. The best advice is twirl it, with or without the aid of a spoon. If there are loose bits hanging, bite them off and let them fall onto your plate. The loose ends can also be twirled tighter. Don't suck your spaghetti this just sprays the people sitting next to you.

27. How to boil an egg: This is more difficult than you think. How do you prefer yours soft boiled or hard boiled? Can you make a perfect soft boiled egg?

28. How much does milk cost: This is always asked of politicians to see if they are in touch with the public. So how much does milk cost where you are?

29. How to sing the national anthem: Whichever country you are in, you should be able to sing the national anthem. It means so much to so many.

30. Use a cash machine: Many people find this intimidating. They are worried about being robbed, not remembering their number, or simply not understanding the method to use.

31. How to make a cake from scratch: Some make cakes and others make works of art

32. How to use a plunger: Oops, you have blocked the toilet at your friends house. What do you do. Don't stress, just ask them for a plunger.

33. How to perform simple maintenance on your computer: Do you defragment, clear your temporary files and cookies? If not, you should be doing these simple computer maintenance procedures weekly.

34. How to send a text message: Love them or hate them, they are here to stay. So how fast can you send a text message?

35. How to perform CPR and the Heimlich manoeuvre: If your skills are a bit rusty, sign up for a refresher course. You could save someone's life.

36. How to put up shelves: If the only person who possesses this skill in your house never gets around to doing it. Pick up the power drill, a hammer, some brackets and walk in front of the TV. Say, "I'm just going to put those shelves up". The thought that the repair work will be greater than just the shelves should get them out of their Lazy Boy.

37. How to hang pictures straight: Use the method above. Or simply make them staggered, and say it is the effect you were going for.

38. How to get published online for free:You can write articles here on Hubpages for free. You can even earn money from it. Use this list as inspiration.

39. How to change a diaper: Never pleasant but necessary. Some say it is a bonding time between baby and care giver.

40. How to parallel park: Can you parallel park? Backing into a car parking space between two cars next to the curb.

41. Cellular phone etiquette: Don't you hate it when someone answers a phone whilst standing in a line? They are loud obnoxious and rude. Don't do it.

42. How to extinguish an fire in a frying pan: What would you do if you had a fire in a frying pan. Don't use water. Cover it.

43. How to roller skate: When was the last time you had skates on? Bring back roller derby!

44. How to discipline a child: To correctly discipline a child without losing your temper is a necessity. The punishment should be age specific, of course.

45. How to make a cup of tea: If you only drink iced tea, you don't know what you are missing. A nice cup or mug of tea beats coffee hands down.

46. Know your alcohol limits and don't drink and drive: If you think it doesn't matter, think again. Do you want to stand in line for the bus every morning or want to have cell mates?

47. Treat your elders with respect: It shouldn't need to be mentioned but unfortunately it does. There is an age where some people are disrespectful, I once traveled with my mother, then in her 70's aboard a train. No one got out of their seat to offer it to her. I had to ask a teenager to move.

48. Type: Who knew that everyone was going to need this as a skill. It was once thought that if you weren't going to be a secretary, you didn't need this. Surprise!

49. Allow another person to speak without interruption: Don't you hate when this happens? It is rude, obnoxious and ill mannered on so many levels. It simply negates what the other person was trying to say. If this is a habit you have, stop it now.

50. Clear handwriting: Although I have listed typing as a necessary skill, the ability to write clearly, cleanly and concisely is still a must have skill. Handwriting can speak volumes about someone.

There you have it, 50 more things everyone should know. If you would like to leave a comment about other life skills you think are important, please do so.