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Past Blessings
True Blue Farmgirl
1083 Posts
Brenda
Orchard Prairie
WA
USA
1083 Posts |
 Posted - Aug 25 2011 : 8:50:08 PM
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This week has been a week filled with chaos and stress. But, as I was rushing around grumbling as I went, I realized that I was missing the blessing God had for me . . . so I stepped back and took a true look at my life and realized how blessed I really am. I explained my week on my blog and I hope it challenges each of you to live in the moment and not in your circumstances. Check out my blog at http://pastblessings.blogspot.com.
Hugs & Blessings,
Brenda
Come visit my blog at http.//www.pastblessings.blogspot.com |
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FarmDream
True Blue Farmgirl
1085 Posts
Julie
TX
USA
1085 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2011 : 9:58:50 PM
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Brenda, that was a wonderful post. My planner is one of my best friends. I'm also honest with myself. I know I only have so many hours in a day and when I write down my list of wants and needs it can't always get done. Counting your blessings really helps.
~FarmDream is Farmgirl Sister #3069
Live Today, Cherish Yesterday, Dream Tomorrow
http://naturaljulie.etsy.com
http://julie-rants.blogspot.com |
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2011 : 8:01:23 PM
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Loved your blog- and love the name of your little farm! I am currently in the process of coming up with a name for my "house/farm" (even though my kids and hubby think I am crazy for wanting to name our little 3/4 acre)!
I agree with you- that you really just need to live in the present and take one day at a time...
I always say "Attitiude is EVERYTHING...SMILE!
Smiles,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.. |
Edited by - laurentany on Aug 29 2011 8:05:11 PM |
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2011 : 8:15:53 PM
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I was just thinking about this last night. I am constantly thinking ahead to when things might be better than they are now. Or when I might have my "me" time back again. And I just need to live right here, right now, and not look so forward to "later" because it will come sooner than I think. Anyway, thanks for posting this. I will try to live right here in this moment.
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
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KathyC
True Blue Farmgirl
583 Posts
Kathy
Gastonia
NC
USA
583 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2011 : 12:19:52 PM
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Thought I would share something that was in one of our agents paper some time ago. I keep and copy in a folder on my desk and get out out once in awhile to read or make a copy to share with someone that comes into my office that might need a lift.
How Will You Live Today
I woke up early today, excited over all I get to do before the clock strikes midnight. My job is to choose what kind of day I am going to have.
Today I can complain because the weather is rainy or I can be thankful that the garden is getting watered for free.
Today I can feel sad that I don't have more money or I can be glad that my finances encourage me to plan my purchases wisely and guide be away from waste.
Today I can grumble about my health or I can rejoice that I am alive.
Today I can lament over all that my parents didn't give me when I was growing up or I can feel grateful that they allowed me to be born.
Today I can cry because roses have thorns or I can celebrate that thorns have roses.
Today I can morn my lack of friends or I can excitedly embark upon a quest to discover new relationships.
Today I can whine because I have to go to work or I can shout for joy because I have a job to go to.
Today I can complain because I have to go to school or eagerly open my mind and fill it with knowledge and adventure.
Today I can dejectedly murmur because I have housework to do or I can feel grateful for shelter for my mind, body and soul.
Today stretches ahead of me, waiting to be shaped, and her I am, the sculptor who get to do the shaping. What today will be like is up to me, and I shall decide what kind of day I shall have.
Gratitude is a great attitude.
Have a good one!
Kathy |
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Dorinda
True Blue Farmgirl
1023 Posts
Dorinda
St. Cloud
Florida
USA
1023 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2011 : 12:29:39 PM
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Hi Brenda, So glad you mentioned this. I have recently done this with my life. Getting focused back on my home and family. And enjoying every minute of it!
Seize The Day!
Dorinda |
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Cindy Lou
True Blue Farmgirl
2325 Posts
Susan
Lonsdale
MN
USA
2325 Posts |
Posted - Sep 02 2011 : 11:41:00 PM
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Brenda, Past Blessings Farm! What a wonderful way to remind yourself daily of what makes life worth living.Thanks for sharing your blog too.
Kathy,
Thanks for sharing that list. I've seen different versions of the same theme but especially appreciate what you have shared.
Susan
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
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embchicken
True Blue Farmgirl
1487 Posts
Elaine
Ocean
NJ
USA
1487 Posts |
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Past Blessings
True Blue Farmgirl
1083 Posts
Brenda
Orchard Prairie
WA
USA
1083 Posts |
Posted - Sep 03 2011 : 11:49:14 AM
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Ladies . . . what a blessing and encouragement you all are!! Love you, farmgirls!
Hugs & Blessings,
Brenda
Come visit my blog at http.//www.pastblessings.blogspot.com |
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Tea Lady
True Blue Farmgirl
645 Posts
Lorraine
Morris
IL
USA
645 Posts |
Posted - Sep 03 2011 : 2:22:38 PM
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Great post Brenda - hugs & blessings right back to ya... I couldn't agree more about choosing to see the blessings in everything.
Lorraine
(aka Tea Lady)
Farmgirl #1819
www.birdsandteas.com |
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