Worth

Sweet mama: that old friend, long-time acquaintance, who always knows just what to say to make you feel a little worse about yourself . . . Don't worry! It is not your fault. Nothing, I repeat nothing is wrong with you. You may not handle every situation perfectly, but that doesn't warrant snide comments or cutting criticism. But remember, dear, she is human, too, and not no one of us is perfect, try as we might. Keep your eyes focused on what you must believe about all else to be true: Your worth does not depend on human esteem. You are beautiful because you are you, and because you are fearfully and wonderfully made. Don't let the $&*()#@ grind you down.