Category Archives: communication

Superwoman….A More Appropriate Name For “Mother”

Posted on May 10, 2018 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

The ultimate job, that requires the most on the job training, is being a mother. No matter how many books one reads on the subject, or how much advice is given about the task, a mom ends up with a … Continue reading →

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MOTHERS DAY: Full of Love, Sadness and Complicated Feelings.

Posted on May 9, 2018 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

Originally posted on AHUELON NEWS JOURNAL:
In a room of one thousand moms you would have that many stories times a hundred, that could fill a library, and today on Mothers Day many of those stories are floating around in…

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Reflections on 2017: Part 1… Comparing Christmas to Other American Holidays

Posted on January 2, 2018 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

When New Years rolls around little time has probably been spent relaxing since mid November. Beside day-to-day living and working at jobs outside the home, hours have been spent on special planning for Thanksgiving. Then the Christmas season swings into … Continue reading →

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I See You

Posted on December 6, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

Originally posted on A Mind Divided:
Sometimes it takes a shock to wake up. Yesterday I was slapped into a deeper appreciation for all the kind, generous and courageous people in my life.  I see you, and I’m so very…

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Can Teachers Become Friends?

Posted on December 4, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

The transition of a teacher-student relationship to one of friendship is sometimes tricky to accomplish. Both have complex parts. I see Teacher’s  as having a special kind of power that is not a part of a healthy and productive friendship. … Continue reading →

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Be Proactive & Knowledgeable About Healthcare Insurance and Legal Rights

Posted on November 6, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

I recently learned a lot about problems that can occur between a doctor’s orders and a screening procedure. Questions need to be asked and answered at many levels that include insurance providers, both primary and secondary, and all billing departments … Continue reading →

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My Thoughts On Trump & Why I Still Support Him

Posted on October 4, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

There have been many changes in Trump’s world. Some make sense to me and some do not. He has been fighting an uphill battle from the beginning. I think he thought his party would stand behind him after he won, … Continue reading →

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Things Mom & Dad taught me in the 1950’s

Posted on September 29, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

Originally posted on Atridim News Journal:
Photo from the 1950’s ‘Father Knows Best’ sitcom starring Robert Young and Jane Wyatt 1. My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE . “If you’re going to kill each other, do…

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Rob McPherson Hits The Nail On The Head When Talking About The NFL Only Being A Bussiness….And More.

Posted on September 21, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

I wish Rob was a blogger, but since he is not, I had to share his journalistic-style post. His research and views are a great insight on the NFL and some of the players. He graciously gave me permission to … Continue reading →

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Kaepernick Missed The Boat With His Protests & Clones Are Following Suit

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Martha (Marty) Dickson Patterson

There are many issues the African-American community is facing, and Colin missed them miserably. His concerns could have addressed the wholesale murdering of black babies through abortions. The killing of blacks by blacks is another biggie. Instead  he chose to attack America. … Continue reading →

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