Dixie

Mike and I went to Southwood Shores Lake of the Ozarks and stayed in a condo for 3 nights.  L & J came Friday and we all went tubing, ate at Bobbers and had supper together.  They leftthe next morning so J could get to work.  Mike and I went to the Main St. Music Hall and it was really entertaining.  L & J had a blast tubing while Mike drove the boat and I watched.  I'm reading "How to Win Friends and Influence People" great classic and good info.  I intend to use the 12 rules...Smile, Make people feel i mportant, remember to use people's names, don't argue, listen to people, direct conversation to their interests, ask questions to which they have to answer yes, etc.  Should help in marriages, business, and every relationship people have.  Not much energy today, Monday 19th but didn't try too hard just did laundry, dishes, and read the book.  Tried to listen to Mike and L's discussion and empathize with both of them.  She moved the colt that she accepted from A. much to Mike's dismay.  She did it even though she knew her dad didn't give her permission.  He asked me what I said to her when she asked me what her dad would do if she accepted the colt. I said he'd probably be mad but I didn't tell him about it.  I'm still wanting Mike to accept my actions and opinions.  Sometimes he acts like my opinion and actions are totally wrong and his are so right.  I am trying to use Dale Carnegie's skills he teaches in his book of complimenting him and not arguing about who's right with Mike and hoping I can influence his way of thinking and helping him take me seriously.