Good advice from your Dad? 

David  from Peoria  says… To love the word

Andrew from Peoria says… Give 110% at everything you do 

Brian  from Tremont  says… Dad taught me how to take care of my car and so many other things. I miss him so!

Sandra  from PEORIA  says… Always put others first 

Michael  from PEORIA  says… Respect your elders

Lori from Pekin says… Helping people and being kind is always a better option than going straight to conflict. We shouldn’t judge another person’s life when we don’t know everything about them and maybe the things they have gone through.

Deb from Roanoke says… To daily pray for your family and others. 

Andrea from Eureka says… He taught me that simply taking the time to listen to a stranger can spark unexpected friendships and unique experiences, and give you a chance to show them God’s love 

Darrell from Peoria says… Taught me about God and religion, by a living example! !

Shannon from Goodfield says… Take pride in whatever you are doing

GREG  from EAST PEORIA  says… No matter what you do, do the best you can at it.

Pamela from East Peoria  says… Plant your corn early 

Kristin (and Caleb) from Dunlap says… Perseverance and patience in everything!

Mary from Metamora says… Never stop learning , get out of your comfort zone and treat all with respect

David from East Peoria says… Work hard for what’s important, don’t take anything for granted and love and trust in Jesus. 

Dennis from Roanoke says… Don’t judge a man by the mud on his boots

Cheryl from Mapleton says… Family First

Kelsey from Mapleton says… be thrifty

KaEllen  from Hopedale says… He taught me to lead by example. He taught me the rewards of serving others with nothing in return.  

Leanne from Peoria says… Give more than you take in life

Emily from Normal says… How to love and serve God our father who is in heaven with all our heart soul mind and strength

Josh from Delavan says… My Dad, Jim, reminded us that God loves us when we cheerfully give to others. My Father-in-law, Daryl, taught me how to love his daughter unconditionally!

Ashley from Tremont says… Everything!

Dustin from Washington says… I was actually adopted but I teach my girls to follow jesus

DeWayne from Washington says... Be Honest and everything isn't free, someone pays for it.

Ken from Brimfield says… My dad, Harvey, always put others first.  Philippians 2:3,4

CRAIG from Germantown Hills says… how to fix anything and everything - something my wife cherishes

Taylor from PEORIA says… My dad taught me to keep trying, be humble when life gets hard and have grace with myself. 

Trina from Mackinaw says… Dad taught me to always work hard and do my best at everything that I do, no matter what it is.

Lynette from TRIVOLI says… On the farm, work smart and patience.

John from Metamora says… Do hard things and never give up

Diane from Germantown Hills says… Be kind to everyone you meet and always put God first in your life. ♥️

Adley  from Pekin says… Do everything with your best effort.

Trent from Eureka says… A family that prays together, stays together.

Mark  from East Peoria says… Hard work

Dane from Washington says… If you wait on rain, you will never get anything done.

Jackie from Morton says… Whatever you do in life for a job, it comes down to two things: time or money. You have to decide which one is more important to you. I went into teaching and will be retiring in a few years. I never regretted all the weekends, holidays and summers I got to spend with my boys. I’m glad I chose wisely. 

David from Peoria says… Value everyone

Drew from Tremont says… He taught me how to work hard.

Gary from Pekin says… Do your Best 

Jeffrey  from Morton  says… Always be prepared ,be ready,be a good steward of what you have.Don’t put off til tomorrow what you can do today.Do your work first,then you can play.Do the job right! 

Braden from Tremont says… Steadfastness. Not letting the unexpected throw off your whole day.

Greg from Canton says… My dad as well as my grandparents . Jesus Christ is my lord and savior.

Mary Ellen  from Normal  says… importance of being able to do math with a pencil

Donna from Bloomington says… If you don't have anything good to say don't say anything 

Jim from Tremont  says… The value of taking the time to teach

Gary from PEKIN says… Never live by WHAT IF Make sure your right and go ahead with it!

Larry from Edwards says… always respect your elders

Bill from NORMAL says… A strong work ethic

Adam from Morton says… to be a "there you are" person

Richard from Vinton (near Cedar Rapids) says… Treat others the way you want to be treated!

Jeremy from Groveland says… Love your family always

Lindsey from Edwards says… This entry is for my husband, Adam. He is so loving, caring, and fun with our 2 daughters. He takes them fishing, camping, plays in the pool with them and is teaching them golf lately. He works hard to help people with special needs and teaches our girls about serving others with God's love. He is a golf guy so he would LOVE this prize! Thank you so much WBNH for all you do!