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APRIL 3, 2023
The jokes, gossip, laughs, arguments, and memories I miss. In a time when gossip and stupidity inundate media coverage of film, it serves an important purpose.” What I am grateful for is the gift of intelligence, and for life, love, wonder, and laughter. For in his silence, Ebert learned to speak more eloquently than ever.
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JUNE 23, 2021
As children, we learn about the world by making associations to remember words and shapes and names of things. We learn that not all apples are red and “no” certainly doesn’t have to mean disappointment. We learn that being sweet doesn’t always equate with generosity. It helps us make sense of our environment. I love people.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
Individuals tend not to get the kind of firm and clear boundaries they need to learn about themselves. This leads to gossip and politics, often just below the surface of what looks like a happy and positive culture. The Friend’s gift. The Fighter’s gift. Fighters never stop asking why.
Bonnie Low-Krayman
MARCH 21, 2024
We can learn from their loving fearlessness to look life squarely in the face and tell it like it is. Olympia loved that at the beginning of the movie, the women could be seen as the beloved and well worn Southern female stereotypes – preoccupied with gossip, clothes, hair, flowers, and food. In challenging times, ask for help.
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DECEMBER 21, 2022
I’m working on taking time off for visits, but in the meantime I’ll reconnect the old-fashioned way by writing, sending cards throughout the year; little gifts the family might enjoy, too. I’ve learned that my daily choices make a big difference in my long-term happiness. This year, my 50th, I’ll make changes. Too short, indeed.
Ian's Messy Desk
MAY 14, 2010
Learn to discuss. Learn to disagree without being disagreeable. Know your own weaknesses : Don’t get caught up in gossip. Being cheerful not only makes others feel good, it will make you feel good as well. Keep an open mind : Don’t argue with people. Tearing down another to prop yourself up is a huge waste of time.
Office Dynamics
NOVEMBER 11, 2009
This is doubly important for parents, as children learn by watching what parents do, not by listening to what parents tell them to do while doing something different themselves. Just like nail biting or gossip, whining is a bad habit - nothing more - and all bad habits can be broken. If you don’t… you both lose. So quit it.
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