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Wednesday, February 25, 2015

~~~To Be, or Not to Be~~~

I have been thinking lately about growing older, and how attitude affects EVERYTHING we do. The choices we make and the way we live.  I see alot of negativity; on TV, on social media, in the news etc. So, it got me thinking and I made a list of what and how I want to BE. And how I do not want to be. I want to BE:
Loving
forgiving
generous
happy
positive
thoughtful
serene
fun loving
empathetic
creative
strong
reliable
a good friend
supportive
encouraging
joyful
nurturing
respectful
gentle
humble
a good listener
accountable
compassionate
hopeful
spiritual
knowledgeable
accepting
 I could go on but I also want to say I do not want to be ANY of the opposites of these. Some things I need to work on. And I will continue to do that.  I have found that as I get older, I feel a LITTLE wiser and focused on how I want to give back to the world. I don't know what exactly prompted this post. I will let you know how I do on getting better at some of these things on my list:)
Thanks for the love and support I feel from all of you. Have a beautiful day.
XO, Pinky
This is an old picture but the only one I could find of just me. This was my daughters wedding day and one of the happiest days of my life.
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30 comments:

  1. Barbara F.February 25, 2015 at 8:37 AM

    I think you already have all those qualities, Pinky.

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  2. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeFebruary 25, 2015 at 9:00 AM

    I agree with Barbara, I think you display all of these qualities beautifully.

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  3. cathy @ connecticuthousewifeblog.comFebruary 25, 2015 at 9:50 AM

    What a wonderful post. I agree with everything. And, yes, I do pop back to look at your replies when I view your next post! The thought of starting a blog seems wonderful to me, but at the same time I am as computer un-savy as can be. I'm going to talk to my son about it when he comes home from college. Maybe he'll help!

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    1. Pinky at Designs by PinkyFebruary 25, 2015 at 9:58 AM

      That would be GREAT! I, too, am VERY computer unsavvy so that is why I have a little, tiny blog. Someone else set it up for me and keeps me current. Her name is Linda and you can reach her from my sidebar. She is great!!!

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2015 at 9:59 AM

    Beautifully written Pinky, and wise words for every one of us. I agree with Barbara, you already have all of these qualities.
    Maureen Curlee
    (I don't have a profile, so had to use Anonymous :-(

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    1. Pinky at Designs by PinkyFebruary 25, 2015 at 4:48 PM

      Hi Maureen and thanks so much for coming by and leaving such a nice compliment.

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2015 at 3:55 PM

    Hi Pinky and a great post! You're so right - we don't have a long time on this earth and we need to live it to it's fullest and make a difference. Thanks for popping in to see me.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  6. PatFebruary 25, 2015 at 5:12 PM

    Pinky,
    Dear friend, you continually bless my life in amazingly wonderful ways!!!
    Since our first blog visits 'til the present day. . .
    you are all of these to me. . .and so~o~o much more.
    Thank you for the reminder that each of us can be a little kinder each and every day!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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    1. Pinky at Designs by PinkyFebruary 25, 2015 at 10:39 PM

      Thank you, Pat. You are always so uplifting and encouraging. XO

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  7. Linda @ Life and LindaFebruary 25, 2015 at 7:28 PM

    Beautiful qualities Pinky and you have them. We just age gracefully. xo

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  8. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsFebruary 25, 2015 at 11:22 PM

    You my dear are certainly all of the above!!!

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  9. Sum of their StoriesFebruary 26, 2015 at 3:06 AM

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  10. Sum of their StoriesFebruary 26, 2015 at 3:06 AM

    That's funny that you are thinking this as you get a little older. I've always told my kids growing up that they can make whatever choices they like but they always need to consider what kind of person they want to be.
    Your list sounds pretty good to me. If we all strove to be like that life would good eh! I also think it's important to always try, if we fail we just pick ourselves up, apologise and then keep trying. (and that is a beautiful photo)

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    1. Pinky at Designs by PinkyFebruary 26, 2015 at 12:57 PM

      I have always strived to be all these thinngs and to instill tyhese traits in my children too. I just wanted to do a post about how I want to be living. Thanks so much for your visit!!!

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  11. JacquelineFebruary 26, 2015 at 6:14 PM

    What a beautiful list! This is inspirational and I sense all of these qualities in you!
    I love this photo of you! We really don't get our photos taken that often and this one is so happy and elegant!

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  12. Bargain Decorating with LaurieFebruary 26, 2015 at 8:36 PM

    Great list and great attitude!

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  13. Ivy and ElephantsFebruary 26, 2015 at 9:24 PM

    An awesome list and one that we can all aspire to achieve. I wish you well on your change, and applaud your
    wisdom.
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  14. Yvonne @ StoneGableFebruary 27, 2015 at 10:08 AM

    You are all that and more! I should know... I have the privilege of calling you friend! xo

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  15. KathysueFebruary 27, 2015 at 6:02 PM

    Beautifully and Simply written. I am sure you are all of the above on your list. More power to you, beautiful lady!!

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  16. KellyMarch 2, 2015 at 9:08 PM

    I hope that you can continue to focus on being all of those things. It's certainly helpful that you've already thought it through and decided to be mindful of it. I do think as we get older we know more about ourselves and have the patience to make changes that we need to make than when we were younger.

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  17. Helen's DecorMarch 5, 2015 at 11:59 AM

    Pinky, what a great list to share with us. Love your dress for the wedding...beautiful style. Thanks for sharing.

    Helen

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Thanks you for leaving your lovely comments. xo, Pinky