September 2008

Think “Negatively”

September 5, 2008

When I feel stress, I internalize it. That’s part of “the performer” in me. My mother set an example for me by being “stoic,” and I follow her lead. I can tell you right now that if you try to keep stress bottled up inside, it manifests in your body and can be a pain [...]

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The Magical Button Box

September 4, 2008

When I was little, if I got sick, there were certain things I knew would occur. I’d be put to bed with clean sheets and plumped pillows (not that my Momma didn’t ever change the sheets!). Most likely, I would be subjected to the noxious smell of Vick’s Vaporub. Momma would serve me my meals [...]

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Raising Children Is Like Tending Roses

September 2, 2008

Raising children is no job for sissies. It is the most difficult task we ever take upon ourselves. When those tiny, fragile humans come into our care, they don’t come with instruction manuals. What a pity! It’s a job that needs a manual like no other. Now, if y’all believe my newspaper, you would think [...]

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