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Why do we do the things we do? Why do we struggle, for instance, finding real, close friends? These are questions which often don’t bring the answers we desire.
Dr. Kevin Leman and co-author, Randy Carlson, present this topic in an excellent, practical, easy-to-read book entitled, “Unlocking The Secrets of your Childhood Memories” (pub. 1989). Much of this week’s topic will reflect on the teaching presented in this book, along with an example from my private practice over the past 40 years, along with a personal example from my own life.

Pumpkin squares are one of Marlene Stark’s favorite fall desserts. Her baby sister gave her the recipe many years ago. She does not know where her sister found the recipe, but knows that she often exchanged recipes with coworkers in Ohio.
Stark’s sister was 9 years younger than her. When Stark married at 17, her sister was still a child. Her sister often visited her in her new home in California and the two became close.
“She was special,” said Stark. “We hit it off good.”

Small backyard flocks of chickens are becoming all the rage around the country. Even when they are considered pets, their eggs still provide a source of food for their owners. They are relatively simple to care for when the right conditions are met.

Sara Gibbs of Elk Creek has had raised beds for her garden for at least 10 years. She moved to her farm in 1995.
“I’ve always gardened,” said Gibbs.