Dear Dr. Laura,
I have no dilemma and can’t imagine ever calling you and here’s why. For years, running has been my primary form of exercise. Back when you were on AM radio, I would run in the evenings while listening to your show. I regularly averaged 40+ miles per week. You have accompanied me on literally thousands of miles of running and I will claim that as a result, I have acquired at least a Master’s Degree in what I call "Laurology". I missed your company for a while there and was so pleased to discover you again on satellite radio. I listen regularly and consider it “continuing education”.
I have been married to my “girlfriend” for 30 years. We spend countless hours running or walking together. No TV, no movie, no lousy meal at some restaurant. Just the two of us, each with the other’s undivided attention. We have also completed multiple races, marathons and triathlons together.
We are the parents of 2 nauseatingly well-adjusted young adults with never a lick of trouble out of either one of them. Our son is married and in medical school. He’s wired as a family man and will be choosing a type of practice that allows him to spend time with his future children. Our daughter, who has read "10 Stupid Things Women Do to Mess Up Their Lives" and is totally NOT boy crazy, just completed her undergrad degree and is going on to nursing school. We helped both kids with their undergrad degrees, but they’re on their own dime now. Despite the challenges of growing up with cystic fibrosis, our daughter is doing well. Here’s a bit of insight about her: Running for Her Life
Your consistent message of integrity and personal responsibility has provided strong threads that are permanently woven into the tapestry of our family. We appreciate what you do and will sometimes say, “That Dr. Laura, now she has some marbles!” You’ve done such a good job of sharing your marbles that, while it would be so nice to chat with you, I’m afraid I won’t be calling.
Jim
