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Life Lessons From Memaw
"Veruca Salt: I want a party with roomfuls of laughter, / Ten thousand tons of ice cream, / And if I don't get the things I am after, / I'm going to screeeeeeeeeEEEEEEEEAM."
Parents know about The Witching Hour and some people have good advice on how to deal with it. But can't that same advice be used in other areas of our lives?
lifelessonsfrommem
2 days ago5 min read
I Always Get 8 Hours of Sleep…It Just Takes A Few Nights To Get There.
We love sleep. During the day, we are tired and can't wait to go to sleep--until it is time to sleep and we are wide awake!
lifelessonsfrommem
Jul 175 min read
“You know, Lloyd, just when I think you couldn't possibly be any dumber, you go and do something like this... and totally redeem yourself!”
Listen to smart people and learn the lessons that dumb people don’t learn. Actually, just stay away from dumb people.
lifelessonsfrommem
Jul 36 min read
"You know, in case you were wondering - the person whose calls you always take? That's the relationship you're in. I hope you two are very happy together."
If I take a break, why is it called laziness? Why am I a better employee if I DON'T eat my lunch at my desk?
lifelessonsfrommem
Jun 124 min read
"I'm mad at the world, Joey, I'm a teenager."
Even as an adult, there are things we don't want to do--like getting a colonoscopy. But being an adult means you do what is necessary to keep yourself healthy!
lifelessonsfrommem
Feb 277 min read
"Oh, I apologize in advance. The eating you're about to see will not be pretty. And if you have young children, this would be a good time for them to leave the room."
Ummm...Ozempic for cats? Seriously??
lifelessonsfrommem
Dec 12, 20252 min read
"The President doesn't answer to you, Lewis" "Oh, yes he does. I'm a citizen, this is my President. And in this country it is not only permissible to question our leaders, it's our responsibility"
I am so glad the government is back open. No matter how it was done, it puts food on the table for so many Americans. Let's keep things in perspective!
lifelessonsfrommem
Nov 14, 20254 min read
"Houston, we have a problem."
Preventative care can help you immensely live longer. Get your routine, annual tests done--like mammograms.
lifelessonsfrommem
Oct 31, 20256 min read
Let's Show A Little Skin...For The Dermatologist!
Annual check ups including going to your doctor and your dermatologist!!
lifelessonsfrommem
Jun 27, 20254 min read
Alone vs. Loneliness
What's the difference between being alone and loneliness? One is healthy. The other is not.
lifelessonsfrommem
Jun 13, 20255 min read
“Mom! Someone Idiot Just Parked This Ugly RV Outside Our House. Oh, My God, It’s Your Husband!”
Camping Rules: Stare at the fire. Listen to the birds. Jump in the lake. Read. Take a nap. Relax. Watch the sunset. Cook over the fire. Breathe the fresh air.
lifelessonsfrommem
May 23, 20253 min read
2020 Was a Unique Leap Year: 29 Days in February, 300 Days in March, and 10 Years in April
Being part of history means we have to remember the lessons that we learned.
lifelessonsfrommem
Mar 7, 20255 min read
Why Fall In Love….When You Can Fall Asleep?
What happens during 1/3 of your life? Why do you need sleep?
lifelessonsfrommem
Feb 14, 20258 min read
A Christmas Carol: The Why Behind Our Goals Part II
How do you reach your goals? Not by motivation...
lifelessonsfrommem
Jan 4, 20258 min read
I want to save $1 million and lose 1000 pounds Resolutions–Part 1 SMART Goals
Did you make a New Year's resolution? Do you REALLY want to reach that goal? This blog will tell you how!
lifelessonsfrommem
Dec 28, 20247 min read
Tip of the Week: Self Care
As you are taking care of everyone this holiday season, don't forget to take care of yourself!
lifelessonsfrommem
Dec 20, 20242 min read
A Path To Happiness Through Volunteering
Part 2 of being happy--volunteer. This is the perfect time to think of others and reap all the rewards for giving.
lifelessonsfrommem
Nov 29, 20245 min read
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