More than once, my four-year-old has screamed as he heads to time out that I have ruined his fun or his day or his life. I’ve gotta admit, it stings just a little. But when I started to reflect, I realized he’s at least partially right. Sometimes I do ruin his fun. And that probably does ruin his day. But I feel pretty confident that none of the mean things I’m doing are gonna ruin his life. So I’m coming to terms with my meanness and telling myself it’s okay.
After a lot of contemplation, what bothers me the most is how carefree people are about their health and the health of those they might come into contact with.
On Friday, Jamie Lynn took to her Instagram Story to share a quote that reads, “Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind. Always.”