Although I have been an avid reader for many splendid years of The Star, I have never responded with pen to paper until now.
I am 46, and when I read Lewis Diuguid’s column “Home is where lessons of life must be taught” (11/23, Opinion), it was refreshing to hear such a long-overdue reminder of putting in perspective the importance of administering praise only when it is truly worthy of merit. Keeping it reserved, seemingly as a challenge to attain as a reward, encourages one to strive to become better, if not the best.
And Lewis, compliments did not come often in my family either, but I am darn glad because I know when they did come they were earned.
Alicia Curry
Lake Lotawana
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