They are more like guidelines.........

Despite what you hear, not everyone's a winner.  It doesn't mean you shouldn't play.

Don't lose your cool.  Especially at work.

Some rules are meant to be broken.  Jaywalking is not one of them.

When handling a frog, be gentle.

Offer your name when greeting someone.  Even good friends have lousy memories.

Treat your body well.  You'll be glad you did when you are a dad.

-Walker Lamond,  as culled from his Rules for My Unborn Son