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editor’s message When it comes to being resilient, I am the first one to say without any hesitation, that I am the best. I don’t waste time on the small stuff (addresses to appointments, contact’s phone numbers, flashing “E” on the gas gauge), I sweat the big stuff! I am hypervigilant; survive any catastrophe; the uberresilient. I am like the new super bugs that the media warns us about everyday – nothing can kill me, you can try what ever you like and I just continue to fester and bubble. I can admit that this has become a bit of a problem for me. Although I have lived a bit of a charmed life, I have experienced a few bumps along the way that have taught me that I am made of tougher stuff than I thought. With the birth of my daughter, along came the “Mama Bear Factor”. I am now prepared to run into any burning building, chew threw my arm, attack and dismember any threat or sell my organs in order to protect my family. This has led me to prepare for any crisis, as improbable as they may be, in order to have a plan. You may be thinking to yourself that this is not a bad trait to have. Let me assure you, my husband will disagree. He has had to suffer through multiple conversations on what we would do if my business went under and he lost his job at the same time as one of our parents needed full time care and global warming caused massive flooding. He has put up with my demands to remind me if our car is rear or front wheel drive in order to plan for the crash that would have us half hanging off a cliff in our family Toyota. He has learned to sleep with the bedroom door open so I can hear if any intruder is approaching my daughter’s door and I can leap into action and maim quickly and efficiently. This pattern of behavior culminated this morning, when, after three weeks of struggling to write this article, he said “you don’t have a problem with being resilient, you are too resilient. You are always planning for the worst; you never enjoy how well you are doing and plan for your future success.” It was a very powerful moment for me. I realized I am always using the slightest downturn or negative part of my day to prove that I am headed towards an inevitable crash. This has led me to decide that it would be much more fun, less depressing and more advantageous to plan for the good stuff and enjoy it along the way. It also leads me to wonder, just how much time have I wasted by focusing on the bad stuff And by focusing on the bad am I producing a selffulling prophecy So for this issue, I ask you to think about the stories you have been telling yourself about your future, learn how to handle the tough times with grace and carbohydrates and as always let me know what you think. PS. If you are in a crash that leaves your car half hanging off of a cliff, you must quickly decide if you drive a front or rear wheel drive vehicle (this is something I can never remember - I may write it on a post it note and stick it to the dashboard). If it is rear wheel drive, you should try to back up and stabilize the vehicle. If you can’t back up, cross your legs and put any heavier stuff in the back and wait for help. If you do go over, make sure you are wearing your seatbelt. PSS. I know nothing about these things but I did read this in Oprah. If this does happen to you and my suggestions do not work, I will assume no liability – call Oprah, she has more money anyway. Kathryn Bechthold Publisher/Editor prescription vision drugs ambulance extended health benefits dental Protect your health Without coverage from Alberta Blue Cross, you could face significant out-ofpocket costs for prescription drugs, dental and vision care, ambulance trips and much more. And without coverage, an accident, medical condition or unexpected illness could cost you thousands of dollars. If you’re without employer sponsored health benefits, we’ve got an individual health and dental plan to meet your family’s needs...and your budget. Call us today for your free information package! Calgary 294-4032 Toll free 1-800-394-1965 www.ab.bluecross.ca ABC 82155 (09/2006) 82155 Mompreneur magazine - 8 1/4” x 3.58” - full color | theMompreneur.com
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