[garinda]

Both my parents told us to hold our heads up high, and to remember we were as good, but no better, than anyone else.

Something I probably didn't do as a child. When after years of being called a puff, I'd try to keep a low profile as possible, so as to avoid further abuse.

I found that useful advice, both personally, and whilst at work.

Our parents certainly weren't boring goody goodies but have/had stong morals. We were told never to lie, speak out if you think something needs to be said, and remember what you were taught at Sunday school. Which I do, even though today I'm an atheist.