Mother’s Directives 

“Deborah” –

…my mother used to say 

when she was serious.

“Shoulders back + chest out!”

“I would, if there was 

a chest to stick out”,  

I chirped back.

“Well, stick-out what ever 

you’ve got!”,

she demanded!

Ha. My mom.

She was a no nonsense 

corker. Still is.

But, she was teaching me 

to present myself 

in a proper fashion.

It was all about my posture; 

chest or no chest.

 

Physical stance / posturing 

ourselves is important.

It’s a positive preparation, 

if you will.

 

Staying mindful of this 

on a daily basis,

…will help us communicate better.

 

Mentally, physically + emotionally,

…we’ll exude more positivity 

+ more confidence.

 

To this day I can hear her 

precious directives in my head.

And I’ll always be grateful.

Because they’re still 

helping me today. 

OML - look what I found. 

A posture made easy. Ha!

On this Mother’s Day,

note something invaluable 

your mother taught you.

I value you + your views, 

so let's communicate!

Debby Barnes Sunday SideLines