When I woke up this morning the first thing I thought of was the dog vomit in the basement I have to clean. I have soaked the green stain in vinegar and baking soda and scrubbed it with a scrubbing-brush. Now I have to wipe up the baking soda and wash the floor. Thinking about cleaning the dog …
choosing to smile
Is it possible to choose happiness?
My friend Shelley DuPont wrote a story, Julia and the Field Day, about a seventh grade girl with special needs. Mrs. Dupont was assigned to Julia as a teachers aid during a 7th grade Field Day. Julie said to Mrs. DuPont, "Mrs. D., let's be happy." Julie was happy. She didn't whine, complain …