Tag: help
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Who Helps You?
Several reels are going around lately that show a man driving a car, responding with a sense of forced gratitude to his wife, who is telling him to drive faster, put on his signals, slow down, or park right there. The wife is always referred to as “his little helper”, as if he can’t imagine…
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It Takes More Than A Village
Four boys over five days. In the midst of miserable heat and lots of rain. Boys who are used to being outside all the time, running wild and free among fields planted with soybeans and corn. I love these four boys. They bring a newness that is fun and funny, with personalities that are unique…
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Help From Unexpected Places
One of the joys of having three of our kids living in the same city as us is the opportunity to spend time with the grands when the occasions arise. Because we moved around quite a bit when our kids were little and never lived close to grandparents, my kids didn’t grow up with those…
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What Will It Take?
The older I’ve gotten, the more I realize I default to personal sustainability. I hate to ask for help, not because I think I can do it all, but because I hate putting others out. Part of that is my story. Mom would tell us to fulfill all obligations and never owe anyone. Whether it…
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Potholes, Protuberances and Pitfalls
I’m told I’m rather unobservant. In my defense, I do focus on what I feel is important. I do miss those things that get in the way of the things I feel are important. Driving, for instance, is very important. I typically drive with no music so I have some moments for my thoughts. They’re always fighting…
Tip of My Iceberg 