As I lie here beside you, listening to every breathe you take, I cannot help but be so grateful for every day we have been together. After forty-one years of marriage, raising a child, enjoying two beautiful granddaughters, our lives have melded into one.
This wonderful blessing of sharing your life with someone who is always there for you, can be difficult. After all, we came together as two separate personalities, trying to adjust, and at times it can be trying.
Learning to compromise, and keeping still at times, we learn to read the other person. Bringing out the best in each other is a lifetime commitment. All the little things you do, show me your true dedication and love.
I love, admire, cherish, and thank you for all that you have done and all that you do. You are my soul mate and I cannot wait to spend the next forty-one years with you.
Your loving wife, partner, and other half,
Sherry
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
"Conservative" "My Most Distasteful Word"
Although this article is not a part of my former essays, I could not stop myself from voicing my opinions about this particular word.
All week long, the word "Conservative" has been used frequently in my presence. What does this word mean to me? I recognize it as meaning extremely "limited." One who is of limited thinking, closed-minded. Being very liberal in my thinking, I believe that "thinking out of the box," can solve problems, create solutions, and help mankind.
Where would we be if there was no one to "think out of the box" and come up with new inventions, new technology, drugs, etc.?
Why close ourselves off to any possibilities of aspiring to all that is aimed to better ourselves, should not be denied.
One person's opinion.
All week long, the word "Conservative" has been used frequently in my presence. What does this word mean to me? I recognize it as meaning extremely "limited." One who is of limited thinking, closed-minded. Being very liberal in my thinking, I believe that "thinking out of the box," can solve problems, create solutions, and help mankind.
Where would we be if there was no one to "think out of the box" and come up with new inventions, new technology, drugs, etc.?
Why close ourselves off to any possibilities of aspiring to all that is aimed to better ourselves, should not be denied.
One person's opinion.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
"Change=Evolving=Growth"
Think of all the possibilities, when you open your heart and mind to life.
It never ceases to amaze me why so many people prefer to keep the status quo and never want to make any changes in their lives. I would imagine that they feel safe in their comfort zone and that change scares them.
My thinking is that without change, we cannot grow and we remain complacent. Our experiences throughout our lives is what makes us stronger and, after all, isn't variety the spice of life?
Just think how boring life would be to never experience opening up to new challenges. How can one remain so stagnant and be so afraid to try new things?
Looking at issues from both sides allows you to be open and make better choices. Everyone has opinions and it is okay to disagree. By opening your mind to possibilities, you give yourself the freedom to expand your horizons and become more knowledgeable.
It never ceases to amaze me why so many people prefer to keep the status quo and never want to make any changes in their lives. I would imagine that they feel safe in their comfort zone and that change scares them.
My thinking is that without change, we cannot grow and we remain complacent. Our experiences throughout our lives is what makes us stronger and, after all, isn't variety the spice of life?
Just think how boring life would be to never experience opening up to new challenges. How can one remain so stagnant and be so afraid to try new things?
Looking at issues from both sides allows you to be open and make better choices. Everyone has opinions and it is okay to disagree. By opening your mind to possibilities, you give yourself the freedom to expand your horizons and become more knowledgeable.
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
"Relationships"
From the moment we arrive here, to our last breath, our lives are given meaning by the relationships we form. Of course, not all of our relationships are going to be ideal.
Since our personalities differ, it is not always easy to have a satisfactory or enduring one.
In our lifetime, if we are lucky to find at least one loving person who accepts us for who we are and brings out our best, we are lucky.
Being emotionally, spiritually, physically, and mentally fulfilled is a blessing.
Sharing our life with that "special person", does require some work.
Never take anyone or anything for granted, and be grateful on a daily basis.
What you give to a relationship, you should hopefully receive in return.
Since life is a journey, where we continue to learn and gain wisdom, if we do not learn from our past mistakes, we will keep repeating the same patterns.
After all, loving and being loved, is what life is all about.
Be good to yourself, be kind to others.
A kind word goes a long way!
Since our personalities differ, it is not always easy to have a satisfactory or enduring one.
In our lifetime, if we are lucky to find at least one loving person who accepts us for who we are and brings out our best, we are lucky.
Being emotionally, spiritually, physically, and mentally fulfilled is a blessing.
Sharing our life with that "special person", does require some work.
Never take anyone or anything for granted, and be grateful on a daily basis.
What you give to a relationship, you should hopefully receive in return.
Since life is a journey, where we continue to learn and gain wisdom, if we do not learn from our past mistakes, we will keep repeating the same patterns.
After all, loving and being loved, is what life is all about.
Be good to yourself, be kind to others.
A kind word goes a long way!
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
"Thank You"
With all my blogging geared toward Fashion and Self Image, I find it important to formally thank my wonderful son Terry for all his help, love and inspiration.
Terry lives in Paris, France and is my biggest fan. Returning home to Los Angeles on a visit, he presented me with the most amazing gift. He had all of my Blog articles published in a book. A mere thank you is not enough on my part to show him my appreciation and thus I deem it necessary to put it in print. Thank you, my most wonderful, loving son.
You are truly the light of my life.
From a Mother who adores you.
Love,
Mom
Terry lives in Paris, France and is my biggest fan. Returning home to Los Angeles on a visit, he presented me with the most amazing gift. He had all of my Blog articles published in a book. A mere thank you is not enough on my part to show him my appreciation and thus I deem it necessary to put it in print. Thank you, my most wonderful, loving son.
You are truly the light of my life.
From a Mother who adores you.
Love,
Mom
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
"Memories"
Sharing our memories of love, life, and the way we were.
Each one of us leaves an imprint in this world. Who we are, our likes, dislikes, loves and needs would be of great interest to our families and to new generations.
These memories will show how our hopes and dreams may have a connection to our children and grandchildren.
Recording information about our past, is storytelling, and keeps our memories alive.
"We are but mirror images of our ancestors".
If we can make a connection with our future generations, then perhaps they can better understand who they are, and where they are going.
Each one of us leaves an imprint in this world. Who we are, our likes, dislikes, loves and needs would be of great interest to our families and to new generations.
These memories will show how our hopes and dreams may have a connection to our children and grandchildren.
Recording information about our past, is storytelling, and keeps our memories alive.
"We are but mirror images of our ancestors".
If we can make a connection with our future generations, then perhaps they can better understand who they are, and where they are going.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
"Find and Embrace Your Calling"
Whether we believe this to be our "Calling or Passion", it is what can bring true meaning into our life.
Finding our "Path" and following it, makes our life happier, and more worthwhile. This energy emanates from our soul. It puts our life into focus, gives us the commitment and motivates us to deal with this wonderful responsibility. It validates us as an individual and can change our life.
I was thirty-one years old, when I discovered my true calling, or path. I have always loved helping people to be their best. For me it was to physically enhance their appearance with makeup and clothing.
The satisfaction I have received all these years can never be duplicated.
Finding our "Path" and following it, makes our life happier, and more worthwhile. This energy emanates from our soul. It puts our life into focus, gives us the commitment and motivates us to deal with this wonderful responsibility. It validates us as an individual and can change our life.
I was thirty-one years old, when I discovered my true calling, or path. I have always loved helping people to be their best. For me it was to physically enhance their appearance with makeup and clothing.
The satisfaction I have received all these years can never be duplicated.
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