I grew up in Texas. The driving force in my family was my grandmother, Granny. When I was 10 years old, I had to attend ‘Charm School’. My Granny always impressed upon me that it wasn’t “Lady-like” to swear and whenever I felt the need to do so, I should spit it out of my mouth. So, when I get upset about something that warrants a good swear word, I simply say “Oh spit”. I never say the bad word and I have a clean conscience. I know that I’m honoring my grandmother by keeping to her word. I feel better for it as well.

- Lisa C.

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