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Labor Quote by Ree Drummond

“Immediately, I kicked into gear and did what the plan dictated: I got out of bed and took a shower, washing every last inch of myself until I squeaked. I shaved my legs all the way up to my groin and dried my hair and curled it, and put on layers of shimmery makeup. By the time I gently tapped…” quote by Ree Drummond
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““Immediately, I kicked into gear and did what the plan dictated: I got out of bed and took a shower, washing every last inch of myself until I squeaked. I shaved my legs all the way up to my groin and dried my hair and curled it, and put on layers of shimmery makeup. By the time I gently tapped Marlboro Man on the shoulder and told him the news, I looked like I was ready for a night on the town…and the contractions were intense enough to make me stop in my tracks and wait until they passed. “What?” Marlboro Man raised his head off the pillow and looked at me, disoriented. “I’m in labor,” I whispered. Why was I whispering? “Seriously?” he replied, sitting up and looking at my belly, as if it would look any different. Marlboro Man threw on his clothes and brushed his teeth, and within minutes we were in the car, driving to the hospital over sixty miles away. My labor was progressing; I could tell. I felt like something was inside my body and wanted to come out. It was a normal sensation, given the circumstances.””

Ree Drummond

About This Quote

Source Novel: Unpublished short story, 2025

Urgent preparation and emotional intensity can coexist, highlighting resilience in crisis.

In simple terms: Prepare quickly, stay calm.

Key Takeaway

Act decisively while managing stress.

Themes

crisis management resilience body awareness

Mood

dramatic intense

Type

narrative personal experience

When to use this quote

  • emergency response
  • personal health emergencies
  • childbirth
  • high‑pressure tasks

Key Concepts

stress response psychological coping

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance urgency with clarity?
  • What strategies help maintain composure under pressure?
A Different Perspective

Intense emotions may impair judgment if not regulated.

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