Get Ready, Two Shoes

One time I heard a lady on the radio talking about cleaning and organization who said, “Productive people get up in the morning and get dressed, two shoes right away.” That seemed a bit basic. Who gets dressed with one shoe? Perhaps home organization is the least of...

How Do You Smell?

Last night we discovered a putrid smell emanating from the washing machine, the very device we depend upon to clean putrid smells out of clothing. Yes, I use the cleaning pods and do the things, but apparently it has been a few months too long since I have cleaned the...

Correct me if I’m Wrong…or Don’t

“Being right doesn’t show you care about their feelings.” This was the advice I overheard one teen give to another during a discussion about whether you should correct faulty thinking when someone is sharing their heart. Sometimes it’s hard to know when to set someone...

Good for Pigs, Not for People

Wallowing is not a pretty word. Quite the opposite, as it evokes images of pigs rolling around in mud. It lends itself to filth. However, for many animals, wallowing is essential to their well-being. They get down in the muck and coat their bodies to stay cool and...