The Angie Thomas Show

12/11/2025

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10/24/2025

This holiday season, the Potsdam Food Co-op is giving thanks the best way we know how — by giving back. As a community-owned cooperative, we believe everyone deserves access to good, wholesome food. That’s why we’re hosting a Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway, to help ensure that every table in our community has something to celebrate this Thanksgiving.

We'll be giving away FOUR turkeys. We invite you to nominate yourself or a family in need to receive a free turkey — no questions asked, just kindness shared. Whether you’re facing a tough season or know someone who could use a little help, we want to make sure good food and warm community spirit are shared with everyone.

Nominations can be submitted online at www.potsdamcoop.com/turkey-giveaway. Submissions will be accepted through November 14th, and the pickup will take place on November 21st.

From our Co-op family to yours, thank you for being part of a community that cares. Together, we can make sure everyone has something good on the table this Thanksgiving.

10/15/2025

10/15/2025

If your child doesn’t make their bed, wash their dishes, do their laundry, or keep their backpack organized—this isn’t just “a phase.”
It’s a reflection that the habits of responsibility haven’t been built yet.

Your child isn’t lazy. They’ve simply learned that someone else will always step in and take care of things.
When that happens long enough, they stop feeling responsible altogether.

Too many teens today grow up without doing chores or managing their own space—not because they can’t, but because they were constantly rescued, excused, or ignored.
And now, they expect life to work the same way: effortless, with someone else cleaning up the mess.

But every small task—making the bed, washing a plate, organizing a bag—isn’t just about neatness.
It’s training for life.

A real story

A mother once shared that her 17-year-old son had never made his bed.
Her reason?

> “Poor guy, he’s in school all day—he’s tired when he gets home.”

One weekend, he stayed home alone.
By the third day, his room looked like a storm hit it. His bed was a “nest,” dishes piled up, and he hadn’t showered.

When his mom returned, he simply said:

> “I didn’t know where to start.”

He could do it.
He just never had to.

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A quick check for parents

Look at your child’s bed.
If it’s not made, don’t scold—reflect.

Ask yourself:

Am I raising my child for comfort, or for life?

What lessons am I skipping today that life will inevitably demand tomorrow?

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Practical parenting shifts

Start small. A simple daily habit—like making the bed before leaving home—teaches structure and pride.

Don’t reward the basics. Keeping their space clean isn’t extra credit—it’s self-respect.

Be consistent. When they push back, hold firm. Consistency builds character more than comfort ever will.

And most importantly: Don’t do it for them again. Not even once.

A child who can’t make their bed today might struggle to put their life together tomorrow.
Every habit left unbuilt becomes a burden they’ll carry later—sometimes one heavy enough to break them.

Raise children who are ready for life—before life itself teaches them the hard way..
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10/09/2025

OUR HOURS ARE CHANGING!!
✨After reviewing our foot traffic trends, we've come to the decision to update our hours to reflect the needs of the community.

Monday - Saturday ⏰ 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday ⏰ 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We may not be your early-morning coffee stop, but we'll be here for your mid-morning break. Especially on Mondays when you need that coffee refilled, accompanied by a tasty scone😜

10/08/2025

PLEASE! DON'T BE CRUEL!

NEVER, NEVER dump a rabbit. They have been domesticated by humans and won't survive. So, what does DOMESTICATED mean? Below is some basic information.
➡️ Domesticated animals develop genetic and behavioral changes that make them better suited for life ALONGSIDE humans, often LOSING some adaptations that helped them survive independently in the wild. ⬅️
➡️ Truly domesticated animals (such as dogs, cats, rabbits, cattle, and chickens to name a few) have populations that are genetically distinct from their wild counterparts AND CANNOT THRIVE OUTSIDE THE HUMAN-CREATED NICHE WITHOUT ASSISTANCE! ⬅️

Donations needed (& appreciated) - go to ↩️
Linktr.ee/rabbittracktrailrescue - our Bio on IG






Sources - National Academy of Sciences, Fiveable Inc, Darwin's Ark, Britannica