Putting Yourself Last??

I can remember a time when I was FIRST and I didn’t even have to think about it. I was the most important person in my universe and no one was going to push me out of MY spot. Funny how all of that changes when you have a family. But, we don’t have to be last on the list either. No matter how important your family is… and they will be right up there, there is no reason that suddenly everyone comes before you.

Today, you just might want to do something just for yourself! Doesn’t have to be a biggy… no I take that back. It should be a biggy. You are just as important as anyone else on your list. You just forgot!

Can You Find 5 Things To Like About Yourself??

I try to spend a little time each day reading something that I think that I need to learn from and most of the time it is an eye opener. I am nearing the end of Happiness Now by Robert Holden and one of the things that he wanted us (his readers) to do is to find 5 things that you would like to be complimented about. It’s a lot harder than you my first think. I sat there with my pen and file card  and began to think, but everything that came to mind, I found at least 5 reasons why it shouldn’t be on my list. Suddenly that old guilt factor was kicking in. One of the things that was on my list is that I would like to be thought of as a good mother. But my ego jumped right in and said… are you kidding?? You are wayyyyy to protective of your kids.  (Your) my son still had a curfew until he moved out on his own. He had to be the only 20 something in town who still had to be home by 2 a.m.  It is simply a case of my not being able to sleep until he was in the house.  But yes, I probably was too protective.  My daughter still lives at home and I at least like to have an idea of when she will be home. So, my ego was coming up with a ton of reasons why I was a lousy mother.   And that pretty much was how the entire session worked. But, Robert did warn us that the ego would try to do that. So, it might be a better idea to ask your kids for 5 things that they would compliment you on. That too was an eye opener.

Suddenly I had these attributes that I wouldn’t have even thought of. Now the next step is to write them down and read them 3 times a day for about a week. It certainly makes you think differently about yourself.

Three Words About Fear…

FEAR ISN’T REAL!

I don’t know where I read that, but it stuck in my mind. Fear isn’t real when you think about it. It is something that we have created in our minds  which is bad enough, but then we proceed to give it  a LOT of power.  I’m going to write those three words on a filing card and put it above my desk where I can see it several times during the day. Yes, I do need reminders as much as anyone.

FEAR ISN’T REAL…

I think that I will be miserable today.

Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done, it’s always your choice.

Wayne Dyer

Unfortunately, when you are feeling miserable, you really don’t feel like motivating yourself. At least that’s the way it is with me. But if Wayne Dyer says to motivate yourself… that’s what I shall try to do.

What makes You Happy?

Have you ever spent any time actually considering the things in life that you really enjoy? By the end of the day, I hope to have lots of suggestions from you. We will all benefit from everyone elses list. Actually, I should have asked yesterday. It was one of those days when I was in the deepest funk and today… the cause doesn’t even matter. Sound familar??

Today, I think that I will paint my nails. I just finished with an emery board, I think a nice soft color should be perfect.

Red Cashmere for Valentine’s Day

Just spotted these over at Saks… never thought of socks for Valentine’s Day, but apparently some people are! Come to think of it, I have never felt what cashmere would feel like on the feet. But with sore feet this morning, it might not feel half bad.

$48.00 at Saks just in case you are interested lol…

Sock Drawer Time

With any luck, you received socks for Christmas, so this is the perfect time to go through you sock drawer and get rid of anything that have holes or is missing a mate. We tend to hold onto hosiery that has long outlived its usefulness so now’s the time to start fresh.

**And if you didn’t receive socks for Christmas and you needed some… who’s fault is that? Make it easy on everyone next year by adding the request to your Christmas list. You receive a fresh supply that will cost you nothing and everyone’s happy!

The Secret to a Happy Kitchen

… is to have someone else do the cooking and cleaning up afterward. I guess that’s why I love to eat out so much. I don’t care what anyone says… I would never get bored with eating out.

All About Breakfasts

Cereals high in fibre will keep you full longer. Same goes for breads. A slice of brown will break down more slowly than white. So, the next time you are at the supermarket, be sure to check out the fibre content of what you buy. If you are full, there is last chance of snacking before lunch. I hate to think of how many calories are in a muffin… which we once thought were good for us!

Is this how you feel??

Now that I’m older, I let myself be who I am -bitchy and greedy on some days, nice and loving on others. Kyra Sedwick

Yeah, that pretty much covers it. That’s me lol…