Drugs

[Cookiely]

The other day, someone read that a methamphetamine lab had been found in an old farm house in the adjoining parish and he asked me a question, "Why didn't we have a drug problem when you and I were growing up?" I smiled when I answered him saying, "I DID have a drug problem when I was a kid growing up in south Louisiana. I was drug to church on Sunday mornings and for weddings and funerals. I was drug to family reunions and community socials no matter the weather. I was drug by my ears when I was disrespectful to adults and teachers. I was also drug to the 'woodshed' when I disobeyed my parents or if I had a 'smart-mouth.' I was drug to my room to work on improving my homework and my attitude if I didn't put forth my best effort in everything that was asked of me. I was drug outside on Saturday mornings to pull weeds in our garden and flower beds."
Those "drugs" are still in my veins; and they affect my behavior in everything I do, say, and think. They are stronger than cocaine, crack, or heroin, and if today's children had this kind of drug problem, this world might be a better place today. Can I hear an Amen?

This was the truth when I was growing up! I didn't have any time to get in trouble. During the week, there was school, homework, and chores. On the weekend, there was chores, family outings to the drive in, fishing and hunting. Also, the not to be forgotten trips to the cemetery to visit relatives, clean the graves, place flowers, and we got a treat, day old cookies, and we thought this was fun. Sincerely, Cookily

[vbhoutex]

AMEN!!!!

[azsnowman]

"AMEN!"

Dennis