The Straw

Have you ever heard the expression regarding, "The Straw that broke the camels back?" What a mighty Straw that must've been. Now that I think of it more in detail, perhaps it may not have been a Straw at all. I know you must be thinking to yourself, "what thee heck is this all about or what is the significance of The Straw? I am glad you asked. In a number of adages there are references to Straws. Ever heard someone say, "That was the last Straw!" Is there a difference between that Straw and the one that broke the camel's back; maybe, maybe not. But what I do know for sure is The Straw is of significance.

Today, I write to encourage you all to be on the look out for The Straw. In other words, when you find yourself at wits end, or you know you have about all you can take---step away. If you know someone is already upset and you know they still deserve a couple more pieces of your mind---save it. Don't be The Straw and don't reach your Straw limit. Neither is a good thing, and none of us want to see you or that Straw of you are so upset you are breaking backs.

Drink responsibly--use a Straw, but don't be one.