That’s Just the Way I Am Does Not Hold Water

The phrase “that’s just the way I am” does not hold water. I guess it is true when we are talking about things like eye color, stature, skin tone, and things of that nature; but it is certainly not true when it comes to behaviors that are abrasive to ourselves and to others. At 67, … Continue reading That’s Just the Way I Am Does Not Hold Water

Be Sweet Y’all!

Dear Happy Asses, When I was growing up, well when I was attempting to grow up; my grandmother, whom we called Mom, would always sing out to us, “Play purdy.” It was her way of saying “Be sweet, y’all,” or so I imagine. She wanted us to play kindly together, to get along, and to … Continue reading Be Sweet Y’all!