There are times in life when everything seems opaque and uncertain. On the flipside, thankfully, there are times when the clouds seem to disappear and all becomes vividly clear. Neither one of these instances are moments that arrive on time or when we expect them, but when the latter occurs, a moment of silent ecstasy ensues.
Gathered today are twenty-six things I have learned, have realized, have accepted and am very thankful to possess as knowledge as I move forward trying to live a simply luxurious life. Some lessons for many of us come easy or are innate to our personal nature, while other lessons are earned through frustratingly fitful nights, tears, endless questions and angst. Regardless of how a lesson is acquired, the blessing is that the student (each one of us) didn’t give up until the aha moment presented itself.
Here is a glimpse at what I know so far . . .
1. Always dress well
2. Never reveal all
3. Find a local coffee house to frequent
4. Bring fresh flowers into your home
5. Choose to learn and grow every day
6. Slow down
7. Eat & drink less, savor more
8. Write thank you notes
9. Create a sanctuary that instills tranquility
10. Enjoy the morning
11. Drink water
12. Have a handful of go-to recipes that are sure to impress
13. Maintain your mystery
14. Reduce the clutter (clothes, decor, unhealthy relationships)
15. Choose quality (clothing staples, food – fresh, not processed)
16. Befriend people of all ages
18. Drink good wine
19. Have mandatory “me” time regularly
20. Be the kindness and quiet strength you want to see in the world
21. Enjoy meals around the table more often
22. Chase your dreams, but never chase a man
23. First walk around in someone else’s shoes before jumping to conclusions
24. Always do your best
25. When you get grumpy, take a nap
26. Revel in the knowledge that life is yours to create – get busy!
And thankfully, the journey of learning more life lessons goes on. Have a beautiful week.
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These are so true, I really needed that this morning!! Wonderful, I must do this, life is too short!! Beautiful way to start my day!! Have a great monday!! xx
ReplyDeleteReally heartwarming post, Shannon.
ReplyDeleteMy amendment to 25 is to eat something, I can be pretty snippy when I'm hungry.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post! I have to print this, hang it on my inspiration board and re-read it everyday! Definitely a mood booster! Thanks ^_^
ReplyDeleteSo much truth in this posting. So beautiful.
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Your best post ever!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love all of these! Thanks for posting!
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ReplyDelete27. Love love love your postings!
Loved the list ... delightful and insightful!
ReplyDeleteWonderful! Thank you! xoxo
ReplyDeleteI love your list! I will now try to bring home fresh flowers. You also inspired me to create my own list over at my little blog, italiagal. Here's the post: http://italiagal.blogspot.com/2011/05/michelles-27-things-i-know-for-sure.html
ReplyDeleteThe timing of this post is perfect! It is so inspiring! I am going to have to create my own list soon.
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ReplyDeletexoxo Allison
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Your posts are always so informative and very well put together. All of these important notes stay true, but one that I am having an issue with personally is privacy.
ReplyDeleteI tend to be a very private person with many things, and have been trying to make a friend see that this is just fine. She opens her life up on a regular basis, if only sugar-coated really, but often asks very pointed and uncomfortable questions. I have a hard time with this, but after reading your past post about privacy, feel fine to stand for what I believe and continue to be private the way I feel necessary.
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Wishing you a lovely day,
Sarah
What a lovely post Shannon! Thank you for sharing and passing on your wisdom, I must admit that it makes me feel happy and proud that I already practice some of these on a regular basis, my favorite are: Never reveal all, bring fresh flowers into the home, enjoy the morning, reduce the clutter and drink good wine!! Hope you're having a lovely week :)
ReplyDeleteCris - Thank you - thank you very much. I am very touched. :)
ReplyDeleteLovely post! Very enjoyable - thank you for sharing with your readers!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for this beautiful, inspiring post!
ReplyDeletegood post! thank you! well done!
ReplyDeleteI love this! I tweeted it today. This is a great list to ponder and act on -- my weekend project! As always, love your blog.
ReplyDeleteWe are a continent apart (Australia) but for some reason your posts arrive at a time when I really need them.
ReplyDeleteThank you.