<b><a href="http://www.overheardinnewyork.com/archives/017862.html">Portrait of the Life-Coach As a Young Boy</a></b><br/>
<!-- ID = 96364 -->Weary mom with two kids: I'm afraid today is almost too much for mommy.<br/>Toddler: Why?<br/>Weary mom: Because we have to get Sylvia (motions to stroller) home before she falls asleep, and we're pushing our luck.<br/>Toddler: We can do it.<br/>Weary mom, sighing: I admire your spirit.<br/>Toddler: What's "spirit"?<br/>Weary mom: It means your attitude. Your confidence.<br/>Toddler, with renewed energy: We can do it!<br/><br/>--Railway Station Platform<br/><br/>Overheard by: Rich Mintz<br/>via <a href="http://www.overheardinnewyork.com/">Overheard in New York</a>, Jan 30, 2009