Mom always exudes a positive attitude. When, as a child, I was the most exasperating and driving her crazy, she could always manage to answer the ringing telephone with a distinct smile in her voice. When I questioned how she did that, she would remind me that the person calling was not the one misbehaving. Good point. Though I admit that I do not always succeed, she taught me well to claim the positive and put my best foot forward. Thanks, Mom!
“You can make your bed with a smile, or you can make your bed with a frown, but you’re going to make your bed.”
— Glenna Burnham (1930 – )
My All-time Great American Mother
As quoted in 2005’s “A Healthier You!” and “Healthy Thinking Habits” in 2015
