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March 2026
Hello to all and we hope you are doing well. I know you have been patiently waiting for March. Birds return, flowers bloom, and the earth awakens from its winter slumber, all in perfect harmony with this celestial event. St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated on March 17th and is a public holiday in Ireland and The Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, are held in March. March Madness is the popular nickname for the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament all in the name of deciding the champion of college basketball. March is also recognized as a month of soggy socks and puddle-jumping in the Pacific Northwest, as heavy rainfall descends upon the region like a relentless rain cloud. But who knows, we went through record breaking temperatures in January without any low level snow accumulations and exceptionally low rain count in both January and February. Not much of a winter
Six hard truths baby boomers were taught that made them tougher than today's kids.
1. “Because I said so.”
The phrase “Because I said so” was a staple in many homes, reflecting absolute parental authority. This saying demanded unquestioning compliance, teaching children respect for rules and authority without debate. Back then, negotiating with parents was unheard of. This phrase was a shortcut for “case closed,” signaling the end of any discussion.
2. “Life is not fair.”
“Life is not fair” was a blunt reminder that the world doesn’t always operate according to our desires. Boomers heard this phrase often, learning to adjust their expectations and toughen up. Unlike today, where fairness is a central value, this saying urged kids to accept life’s unpredictability. It helped children develop resilience and a sense of realism, steering them away from entitlement. Though it may seem unkind, it prepared them for adulthood, where challenges and disappointments are inevitable. It taught perseverance and the importance of pushing forward despite obstacles.
3. “You’re not made of sugar – you’ll survive.”
Being told “You are not made of sugar – you’ll survive” was a way of toughening up kids against life’s difficulties. It reminded children that they were stronger than they might think and that discomfort wouldn’t break them. This phrase was used to encourage kids to face challenges with bravery and resilience. It promoted toughness and discouraged the notion that minor discomforts or difficulties were insurmountable. It was a lesson in endurance, teaching children to embrace life’s challenges head-on with courage and self-reliance.
4. “Money doesn’t grow on trees.”
“Money doesn’t grow on trees” was a frequent reminder that financial resources are finite and must be earned. This phrase emphasized the importance of hard work and fiscal responsibility, teaching Boomers early on that money is the reward for effort, not an automatic entitlement. It was a practical lesion in economics, instilling the value of saving, budgeting, and planning. For Boomers, financial freedom wasn’t a given – it required discipline, effort, and perseverance, lessons that remain relevant today.
5. “Children should be seen and not heard.”
“Children should be seen and not heard” was a common phrase in family settings, encouraging restraint and respect for adults. It emphasized the value of listening rather than speaking, teaching Boomers to observe and learn from the older generation. This lesson in patients help them develop a sense of humility, recognizing that not every moment was theirs to speak in.
6. “Rub some dirt on it.”
“Rub some dirt on it” was a mantra for resilience, encouraging kids to toughen up and keep going after minor injuries or setbacks. It was a lesson in self-reliance, teaching Boomers not to make a big deal over small discomforts. By discouraging excessive attention to minor injuries, this phase fostered emotional and physical endurance. It taught children to face discomfort without seeking help or sympathy, building a generation ready to face life’s challenges with grit and determination.
These sayings, while often tough or even seemingly harsh, were crucial in shaping Baby Boomers resilience and determination. Today, the lessons they learned in their youth continue to echo in how they approach the world, emphasizing the value of hard work, perseverance, and emotional strength – lessons that seem all the more relevant as life becomes more challenging.
Must it be said over and over again that global warming is not a hoax or con job. As a world, we have been polluting the atmosphere since the industrial revolution and as a country, have been trying to restrict the admittance of atmospheric pollutants for some time now. But the current administration is trying to throw out all the existing rules and regulations. We are quickly reaching the ‘too late point’ for recovery. We will definitely ‘reap what we sow’ with the continuation of large acreage wildfires, extended seasons with more powerful hurricanes and tornadoes, sea level rising with more mass flooding and a continuation of record breaking heat on earth. You can do something about it! Vote!
I’m just saying.
Funny March Quotes:
“After a certain age, time just drizzles down upon your head like rain in the month of March.”
“March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb.”
“March is the month God created to show people who don’t drink what a hangover is like.”
“Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party!'”
“It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it’s summer in the light, and winter in the shade.”
“Despite the forecast, live like it’s spring.”
“Our life is March weather, savage and serene in one hour.”
“March was an unpredictable month when it was never clear what might happen. Warm days raised hopes until ice and grey skies shut over the town again.”
“In March winter is holding back and spring is pulling forward. Something holds and something pulls inside of us too.”
“In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt.”
“That’s the trouble with March – the warmth never lasts. There’s that narrow stretch when it parades as spring, just enough for you to thaw if you’re sitting in the sun, but then it’s gone.”
“Spring is when life’s alive in everything.”
“I love March as it gives me hope that new beginnings are always beautiful.”
“No matter how chaotic it is, wildflowers will still spring up in the middle of nowhere.”
“Blossom by blossom the spring begins.”
“Spring will come and so will happiness. Hold on. Life will get warmer.”
How many months have 28 days? All of them!
Two old women gossiping. “I’ve already told you more than I heard.”
My hobbies include napping, reminiscing, and asking, “What did I come in here for?”
I used to bounce back. Now I creak forward.
I don’t repeat myself because I forgot—I do it because you weren’t listening.
Remember, laughter is good medicine at any age. So keep smiling, keep laughing, and remember that growing older is better when we can laugh about it together.
Have an awesome day and know that someone has thought
about you today. You make the world a better place just by
being in it.
Live life for today.
Look for a single moment of joy each day.
Pray for tomorrow.
Cherish your blessings.
And visit with your precious memories often.
Thank you for visiting.
Your Ballard High School Class of 1966 Reunion Committee.