Dick-ette – (as in something small from Dick) September 12
The September 11 anniversary always leaves me sad…almost to the point of confusion…and I very seldom feel confused…or that sad. I grew up in the shadow of the twin towers. Maybe it hits you that way too. So here are some ways to cheer up: Take an extra long hot shower…with a friend if possible. Sit down and listen to your favorite cd. Lie in bed and listen to the rain. Have a strawberry milkshake. Smile…a little bigger and a little longer…even if you don’t feel like doing it. Now smile a little bigger. You’ll make yourself laugh like that…even if there’s no particular reason to laugh. But there’s always a good reason to laugh. It makes you feel good. Stand up straight. Seriously…try it. You’ll instantly feel more powerful and in control. Close your eyes and remember your first kiss. Let someone give you a shampoo. Have a hot chocolate with lots of whipped cream. Go to a playground and grab a ride on a swing. Call somebody and say I love you. And mean it as if you’ll never be able to talk with that person again. Please…especially do that last thing. Please.
Yes, September 11th is always going to be a really hard day, but I have had to overcome that due to one of my daughters owning that day as her birthday. I will never forget, ever but I will not let the terror win. You are right, smile big, and always tell everyone you can possibly get your hands on that you love them.
big hugs to you and LWW
Didn’t your Mom always tell you to “Stand up Straight”? Mine did to, and I miss her so much. – Jim