Half Full Friday... on Saturday this week. :-)

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“Happiness lies in those who cry, those who have been hurt, those who have searched and those who have tried. For only they can appreciate the importance of people who have touched their lives." ~ Unknown

Half Full Friday is a series of weekly posts that Eye Girl originally started in June 2009.  Now the it is hosted by Sprinkles at Wyldechylde.  We believe that a lot of our happiness is determined by our attitude about the things that happen to us. So by participating, we are deciding to see the glass as half full, instead of half empty. We are choosing to concentrate on the positives, instead of dwelling on the negatives. Our Half Full Friday posts are a way to do just that. They are a list of the things in our life that have brought us happiness over the past week. We are determined to find the something good in every day. Are you?

“It doesn't matter how long we may have been stuck in a sense of our limitations. If we go into a darkened room and turn on the light, it doesn't matter if the room has been dark for a day, a week, or ten thousand years -- we turn on the light and it is illuminated. Once we control our capacity for love and happiness, the light has been turned on." ~ Sharon Salzberg

For the next week, we challenge you to keep a list of at least one thing that brought you happiness each day.

I'm Happy and Thankful for many things every day... especially this week:

• For finally closing on the house and for the perfect buyer! God's plan for sure!

• For all the help I got moving into my new place!!  I appreciate everyone so much!!  

• For loving my new Home!!  It may take a little getting used to the beautiful deer looking in my patio door... but it's awesome living by a forest!!   

“You can’t afford the luxury of being unhappy. You have a responsibility towards your own life”. ~ Unknown

Have a Wonderful long weekend, everyone!!

Hugs and Much Love to you All,

~ Coreen XO

Moving On with Your Life

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"You are responsible for your life. You can't keep blaming somebody else for your dysfunction. Life is really about moving on." ~Oprah Winfrey

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"To be able to move on, one has to learn to forgive not only the person (or people) who have done one wrong but also oneself." ~Eugenia Tripputi

Like everyone else, I've made numerous mistakes in my life.  I've let people get to me, take advantage of me, and I accepted way less than I deserved both in treatment and respect.   

However, I've learned from each of those experiences, including the bad choices that I've made... but learned from.  Mostly because I have taken responsibility for my actions and my own life, instead of making excuses or blame someone else (at least I try not to).

So even though there are some things I can never get back and people who will never be sorry, I will know better next time to be more cautious.  With my recent move I have made a vow to myself, that from now on I will not settle for anything less than what I deserve in both life and love.  To me, that is truly moving on with your life. :-) 

"I've built a wall not to block anyone out, but to see who loves me enough to climb over it." ~author unknown

Half Full and Aloha Friday Question

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“Happiness always looks small while you hold it in your hands, but let it go, and you learn at once how big and precious it is.” ~Maxim Gorky

Half Full Friday is a series of weekly posts that Eye Girl originally started in June 2009.  Now the it is hosted by Sprinkles at Wyldechylde.  We believe that a lot of our happiness is determined by our attitude about the things that happen to us. So by participating, we are deciding to see the glass as half full, instead of half empty. We are choosing to concentrate on the positives, instead of dwelling on the negatives. Our Half Full Friday posts are a way to do just that. They are a list of the things in our life that have brought us happiness over the past week. We are determined to find the something good in every day. Are you?

“A 'fresh start' attitude can bring inspiration, personal growth, love and happiness into your life." ~Me

For the next week, we challenge you to keep a list of at least one thing that brought you happiness each day.

I'm Happy and Thankful for many things every day... especially this week:

• For more vacation days and starting to Move this week! :-)

• For the buyer fixing things on the house so we can close soon!!  

• For ALL the birthday wishes last week & talking to all 3 of my sons!  I was very touched..  Thank you everyone!!   

"You may have a fresh start any moment you choose." ~ Mary Pickford

It's also "ALOHA FRIDAY" Everyone!!  If you want to join in the fun? Post your own question on your blog and leave your link at the Aloha Friday post at An Island Life. Then you can visit the other participants if you wish...It’s a great way to make new bloggy friends or see what people are thinking about this week and join in a conversation or two if you like.

I watch out my window as the planes take off into space. Oh, that I could fly away and start fresh. But I must realize that fresh starts also come in the pretty wrapped gift called 'tomorrow.' ~ unknown

My question:  How do you get a fresh start?

My answer:  I believe it is from letting go of guilt and/or resentment, giving us a new attitude and even renewed enthusiasm about life. Although a positive atmosphere can help too. ;-)   

“I have always been delighted at the prospect of a new day, a fresh try, one more start, with perhaps a bit of magic waiting somewhere behind the morning...” ~ Joseph Priestley

I will be back as soon as I'm completely moved.
Have a Wonderful weekend, everyone!!

Hugs and Much Love to you All,

~ Coreen XO

Everyone Needs Someone

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Everyone Needs Someone

People need people and friends need friends

And we all need love for a full life depends

Not on vast riches or great acclaim,

Not on success or on worldly fame,

But just in knowing that someone cares

And holds us close in their thoughts and prayers-

For only the knowledge that we're understood

Makes everyday living feel wonderfully good,

And we rob ourselves of life's greatest need

When we "lock up our hearts" and fail to heed

The outstretched hand reaching to find

A kindred spirit whose heart and mind

Are lonely and longing to somehow share

Our joys and sorrows and to make us aware

That life's completeness and richness depends

On the things we share with our loved ones and friends.

~ Helen Steiner Rice

Half Full and Aloha Friday Question

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“The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate." ~Oprah Winfrey

Half Full Friday is a series of weekly posts that Eye Girl originally started in June 2009.  Now the it is hosted by Sprinkles at Wyldechylde.  We believe that a lot of our happiness is determined by our attitude about the things that happen to us. So by participating, we are deciding to see the glass as half full, instead of half empty. We are choosing to concentrate on the positives, instead of dwelling on the negatives. Our Half Full Friday posts are a way to do just that. They are a list of the things in our life that have brought us happiness over the past week. We are determined to find the something good in every day. Are you?

"Because time itself is like a spiral, something special happens on your birthday each year: The same energy that God invested in you at birth is present once again." ~Menachem Mendel Schneerson

For the next week, we challenge you to keep a list of at least one thing that brought you happiness each day.

I'm Happy and Thankful for many things every day... especially this week:

• For taking a vacation day today for my birthday! :-)

• For getting closer to selling my house... still praying it all works out!  

• For having a plan for the next year of my life! ;-)

"Count your life by smiles, not tears.  Count your age by friends, not years." ~ unknown

It's also "ALOHA FRIDAY" Everyone!!  If you want to join in the fun? Post your own question on your blog and leave your link at the Aloha Friday post at An Island Life. Then you can visit the other participants if you wish...It’s a great way to make new bloggy friends or see what people are thinking about this week and join in a conversation or two if you like.

"Our birthdays are feathers in the broad wing of time." ~ Jean Paul Richter

My question:  What do you enjoy most on your birthday?

My answer:   Hearing from the people I love and care about!   

"Birthdays are about celebrating opportunities that life presents."~ unknown

I hope you all have a wonderful & safe weekend!!

Hugs and Much Love to you All,

~ Coreen XO

I'm here if You need Me

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"Shared joy is a double joy; shared sorrow is half a sorrow." --Swedish Proverb

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I'm Here If You Need Me ~ by: Pam Fraser

Life's events don't always happen,

Just as they are planned.

For you this is a trying time,

I fully understand.

Moments like the present,

Tend to upset and confuse,

I'll try to give you my support,

In any path you choose.

I'll listen always with my heart,

I'll do what I can do,

I'll hope for brighter things to come.

My thoughts remain with you.

You know your situation.

You're alert to life's demands;

But don't forget I am here.

I'm one who understands!

I am Here

Half Full & Aloha Friday Question of the week...

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“May God grant you always...A sunbeam to warm you, a moonbeam to charm you, a sheltering Angel so nothing can harm you. Laughter to cheer you. Faithful friends near you. And whenever you pray, Heaven to hear you.” ~ Irish Blessings

Half Full Friday is a series of weekly posts that Eye Girl originally started in June 2009.  Now the it is hosted by Sprinkles at Wyldechylde.  We believe that a lot of our happiness is determined by our attitude about the things that happen to us. So by participating, we are deciding to see the glass as half full, instead of half empty. We are choosing to concentrate on the positives, instead of dwelling on the negatives. Our Half Full Friday posts are a way to do just that. They are a list of the things in our life that have brought us happiness over the past week. We are determined to find the something good in every day. Are you?

"Once a happy thought gets started, you can't help but feel warm-hearted." ~ Author Unknown

For the next week, we challenge you to keep a list of at least one thing that brought you happiness each day.

I'm Happy and Thankful for many things every day... especially this week:

• For the pain and emptiness from missing my oldest son and his precious dog :-) getting better each day.  Also happy that he calls on the weekend. :-)

• For those trying to save the town I both work in and am moving too soon, from flooding.  The community is coming out and working together!!  

• For getting to talk to a good friend last week.  One of the few people I trust in this area.  I had a wonderful 'warm' feeling for the rest of the day and weekend.  We should talk more often. ;-)

"Friendship is missing them when you're apart, but somehow feeling warm inside because you're close in heart.”~ Me

It's also "ALOHA FRIDAY" Everyone!!  If you want to join in the fun? Post your own question on your blog and leave your link at the Aloha Friday post at An Island Life. Then you can visit the other participants if you wish...It’s a great way to make new bloggy friends or see what people are thinking about this week and join in a conversation or two if you like.

"A warm, happy heart can get us through the toughest of times.” ~ ME

My question:  What is something that 'warms' your heart?

My answer:   Heartfelt conversations with people I feel totally comfortable with!   

"May you have warm words on a cold evening, a full moon on a dark night and a smooth road all the way to your door.” ~ Irish Blessings

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!!

Hugs and Much Love to you All,

~ Coreen XO