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I've tried several of these ideas with the three classes I've had so far. They seem to be having trouble with the concept of being "nobody". They also seem to have trouble grasping what it is like to be so afraid of being hurt that you'll do anything not to be noticed for fear of being hurt. Thanks for the ideas gang. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

As many of you know I'm a teacher, and I need your imput. I'm reading A Solitary Blue by Cynthia Voigt to my students. The story is a very emotional one that takes a young boy through the trials of dealing with his mother walking out on him when he is 7 leaving him with a father that has no idea how to be a parent. He basically shuts himself away from people in order to protect his heart and possibly his sanity. We are at the point in the book where the boy states that "If you weren't anybody then nobody could -- what? Hurt you or leave you behind? Make you unhappy? But then they couldn't make you happy either, could they? If you played it safe, then you kept safe." My problem here is explaining this passage to my kids in a way they would understand that life is about taking risks on yourself, on others. How to explain about facing those fears and hopefully coming out on top. How would you explain it since we all seem to be risk takers? -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

Big hugs to you and your family. You'll continue to be in my prayers. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

I jump a Sabre2 and find I have consistent off heading spinning openings. I;ve treid different packing methods, different packers, etc and nothing helps...the darn thing has a mind of it's own as far as direction. That said I have only had one brisk opening on it and that was my fault because I opened in a track due to another jumper opening right in front of me. I load mine at 1.06:1 just as an FYI. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

Mine has been gone a little over a month and I haven't seen it yet. I hope they get it's problem worked out soon so I can get that rig back into commission. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

I'm so glad you girls had fun. I'm sorry I couldn't work it out to sneak down and do dinner with ya'll. Next time we'll have to plan better. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

I don't know what is Blue, but I'll be there to say HI so you better not be blue.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you all. Lovin' ya! -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

Katiebear sent me mine. I love it and wear it often. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

Yeah, you owe...and share the coffee.

I knew who sent them as sson as I read the card even though it was not signed, and it was neither of you two, sorry. I've thanked the man in question. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

Not only was there flowers there was also candy. I'll do the picture thing tomorrow when I can sit down and figure out how to attach it. Thank you...they are beautiful and I appreciate them. Yellow roses, baby spun roses (yellow with red tips) and daiseys. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

OK, I just got a call from a local florist looking for my address (new subdivision). It seems someone has sent me flowers and it isn't even my birthday. So who did it? -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

Happy Birthday Mike. May you have many more years of beign the best smelling man I know.

You have been in my thought all night. I know how deeply this is effecting you and I wish there were some magical words I could say to help you and your mom, but of course I don't have any thus all I can do is say I wish you both peace. You know you are loved by many and that is because you have so much of her in you. She will live on forever in your heart and through you. Hang in there this morning. Show her the emotion and allow her to know her son is a caring loving person. Big hug and prayers. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

Can't think of anywhere else I'd rather be that with such sweeties. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

Thanks for the HUGS, Turtle. I do appreciate them. I'm sorry I couldn't be of any more help to you or Conway last night. Know you are in my thoughts...keep doing what you are doing and things will work out. That I can promise...maybe not like you want them to but they will work out. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

Thanks for the sweet hugs Mar. You are truely one of life greatest gifts. Thanks for the PMs too, JP. I'll fill you in when you get back. Yes, today was just one of those days and for some crazy reason I've been on the verge of tears all day long, and if you know me to get me to that point something must have happened because I simply do not cry in front of anyone EVER (except when Michelle died). Then you guys start talking about me all sweet and I just can't help myself...a single tear rolled down my cheek when I first read this and I've just been fighting it the rest of the day. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

And you know I love Rose. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

I'm really glad you aren't giving him my spot. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

There is space in my hotel room if you want. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

OK, since it has just been that kind a day I'm sitting here crying. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

I have my ticket and my hotel room. Got a hottie picking me up from the airport. Life is good. Thanks for all you've done, Bets. HUGS -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

That is so sweet. I'm glad you are happy. Do I know this boy? -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit.

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