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The Challenge
From Chicken Soup for the Soul: Young at Heart
By Monica Cardiff
When we say yes, we do more, create more, live more.
~Author Unknown
The challenge came from my empty nester’s group — the Happy Empty Nesters (Hens). Now that our chicks had flown from the coop, it was time to focus on our roosters. We gave each other two assignments for the next month. First: Say nothing negative or critical to our husbands. Second: When our husbands initiated an activity, say “Yes!” This could be something simple like taking a walk around the block after dinner or something more involved, like taking a cruise around the world.
I approached the challenge with trepidation; it is scary to give up control. What if I was tired or bored or afraid? But I was resolved to do it; I’d have to report back to the Hens the next month. To the best of my ability, I would agree to my husband’s requests.
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