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Everything "Home Alone" Taught Us

Some great life lessons from a holiday classic.

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There are a lot of great Christmas movies out there, but I would have to argue that the best is "Home Alone." Without a doubt, this movie takes the win, not only because Macaulay Culkin is still adorable, but because it still makes me laugh after the 100th time. There is something about the awesome pranks, the annoying family members, and the memorable one-liners that cannot compare to anything else. Here are all the things we have learned from this holiday classic:

1. Always give thanks before eating.

Too bad he doesn't even get to eat the delicious mac n' cheese.

2. Always double bag your groceries.

How could he not use two bags, come on!

3. Aftershave is a game-changer.

I wonder if guys think about this every time they use aftershave?

4. Make sure to set an extra alarm.

Still will never get over the fact that they forgot Kevin.

5. Old paint cans can actually come in handy.

You would think they would have just given up after this.

6. Magic is real.

Not exactly my idea of a Christmas miracle but still...

7. Always trust your gut.

Yup. You forgot your son.

8. Pizza is very valuable.

*shovels entire piece in mouth*

9. Always keep an excellent list of insults.

Yeah, it doesn't get much better than that.

10. Not everyone is as scary as they seem.

Well except the two crazy guys trying to rob your house...

11. Learn how to set up the ultimate pranks.

I wish I could pull off something at least half this cool.

12. Maybe tarantulas do have a purpose in this world.

To be honest I close my eyes during this part every time.

13. Learn how to count.

It's okay Buzz, at least your girlfriend is a babe...

14. If you’re gonna rob a house, wear some armor.

I will never understand how they made it through all those pranks without dying.

15. Always tip the delivery guy.

I wonder how many pizza guys have been given till the count of three to get their lousy, lying, four-flushing carcasses out a door because of this movie?

16. Being home alone can be totally awesome.

Well... maybe not on Christmas!

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