If .......

Saturday, November 27, 2010

If I was told today was my last day. . . . . .
I would say no negative words, I'd look only for the good stuff
I would call up long lost friends just to say "hi"
I would eat at my favorite restaurant and enjoy each bite
I would say "I love you" to lots more people

If I was told I had only 6 months to live . . . . .
I would strive to be a better person than I have been
I would ignore the negative and focus on the positive
I would continue to exercise and eat healthy, 'cause "who knows?"
I would smile and laugh and enjoy life, it's shorter than you think

If I was told my best friend had only one day to live . . . .
I would hug her/him and tell her/him I love her/him

So why not live like today IS the last day of your life? Make better memories, make more people happy -- be a nicer, better person!

  

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MYRTLEBEACHWINS 11/28/2010 1:38PM

This is so true. The story reminds me of how so many older people live. They seems to have, "got it" in life. They enjoy slow long talks, unrushed meals and appreciate the smalles things in life. Report Inappropriate Comment

STILLFLYIN 11/28/2010 11:35AM

Nice reminder. Thank you. Report Inappropriate Comment

VITCHY-VICKI 11/28/2010 7:13AM

Blog If it was my last day I would eat everything I have always wanted to eat and not care about how much it is going to make me weigh Hope you have a long long life ahead of you and thanks for being a sparks friend Vicki Report Inappropriate Comment

OLDERDANDRT 11/27/2010 9:06PM

Life is too short to waste. Great blog!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

SQUIGGSIE 11/27/2010 5:07PM

Nice. We never know how long we have and should make the most of it, words to live by. Report Inappropriate Comment

THANKSGIVING!

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

T = Turkey of course, it's what most of us will be eating!
H = Health is important - don't blow it on just one meal
A = Apple pie for those of us who don't like Pumpkin (#1)
N = Never eat until you get that bad "too full" feeling
K = Keep cleaning as you cook, when you get done there will be no big mess!
S = Slice up the leftovers and freeze them while they're still fresh
G = Give to those who don't have as much as you
I = I don't have to cook today, I'm eating at a friend's home
V = Variety is what makes holidays special
I = If you fall off the wagon, get back on tomorrow!
N = Now is a good time to take a brisk walk, work some of that food off
G = Get a good night's sleep, and be thankful for all you have!

Happy Thanksgiving to all my Spark Friends!

  

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NOLAZYBUTT110 11/27/2010 11:57AM

Happy Belated Thanksgiving! Report Inappropriate Comment

MYRTLEBEACHWINS 11/26/2010 11:24AM

Very cute. Report Inappropriate Comment

CBEVNOW 11/26/2010 1:32AM

That is so good and TRUE. Hope your day was good mine was. Caroline Report Inappropriate Comment

PSMITH3841 11/24/2010 11:09AM

Have a great Thanksgiving, my friend! Report Inappropriate Comment

VITCHY-VICKI 11/24/2010 8:38AM

Happy Day Report Inappropriate Comment

Painting/Wallpapering the Dining Room

Monday, November 22, 2010

Some people never seem to be satisfied with the way their home looks. And I guess in many respects, I'm one of those people. I always need to find a room I can change, or paint, or at the very least . . . . . rearrange the furniture.

Moving in with George gave me a whole new house that was at my disposal. The master bedroom was the first to feel my presence - repainted from top to bottom, even the bathroom. Then the master bedroom walk-in closet got a new paint job because of the messiness of the installers when they added more insulation. So, as I looked around my eyes landed on the dining room. As you enter our home, if you look to your left you see the dining room, straight ahead is the living room; so of course I wanted them to see something special when they saw it. Not just the usual "white" walls. I knew my BF was one of those people who are a bit color shy but I, on the other hand, am not shy at all.

Have you ever heard of the wallpaper called "Illusions?" It looks like regular wallpaper, but you tear it into chunks and put it on the wall that way, with one piece overlapping the next. The total effect is a "faux finish." It's quite nice, but the only drawback is that it takes FOREVER to get a wall done. If you can imagine all those little pieces you have to tear and paste! But I wanted something that would look "different" and I wanted it to be an eye catcher. I used to be able to buy it at Lowe's, but now can't find it. I realize wallpaper is not as popular as it once was due to the newer textures on our walls. So I turned to the Internet -- where you can find "anything." Sure enough, I found a pattern that ranged in colors from creme to taupe to a deep rust. But then, to please my BF I chose a mild taupe for the remaining walls. To show you how mild and boring it is, the name of the color is "milk toast." How boring is that??? And as my new Illusions wallpaper is on the window wall, I'm thinking of a swag to top the window, and I'll try to match that boring "milk toast."

Wish I could include a picture, but I don't have the project done yet, so perhaps I will post it on my Spark Page once I get one.

  

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PSMITH3841 11/23/2010 3:46PM

As a designer, I suggest you re-think the milk-toast toppers....choose a stronger "color pop" from the Illusion....keep that wall sassy! Use colorful artwork(again, shades from the Illusion) to perk up the light taupe and keep the room balanced....If you're having the Swags made, ask for material swatches of the plan color and the more colorful fabric...if you're going with ready-mades purchase one of each color, hang them, and see which you prefer... other you can return! (I'm sure I don't have to tell you, checking the return policy of the store, first, would be a good idea LOL) Good Luck, can't wait to see pics of finished room...I loved Illusion, but you're right, it does take time to apply, but it's nearly mistake proof! Comment edited on: 11/23/2010 3:48:07 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

STILLFLYIN 11/23/2010 1:11PM

Sounds nice to me. Of course, I like all shades of beige and off white. :-) Report Inappropriate Comment

OLDERDANDRT 11/23/2010 12:16PM

Sounds nice! I don't think it will seem so boring once it's done!! Report Inappropriate Comment

VITCHY-VICKI 11/23/2010 8:02AM

I want to see it too can't wait - and I love to change things in my house too I have one room all whole room is painted Black and I have Japanese thing in that room right now and it is my exercise room now too no kids home so made it my exercise room. So need pictures of your room soon Report Inappropriate Comment

THPEAKY 11/23/2010 6:32AM

I can't wait to see it! Report Inappropriate Comment

As Soon As . . . . .

Saturday, November 20, 2010

How many times have you heard the phrase, or used it yourself; "as soon as."

As soon as I retire I'm going to travel
As soon as I lose 10 pounds I'm going to buy some new clothes
As soon as spring comes I'm going to paint the house
As soon as it cools off I'm going to start exercising
As soon as.........

Yes, sadly, the list can go on and on and on! Some of us never get to enjoy the "as soon as" because it's cut short by a heart attack or some other disaster. The best bet is to get out there NOW and start to live life to the fullest. There's never been a better time, and you're NOT getting any younger!

  

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THPEAKY 11/22/2010 8:07AM

Okay...MAYBE it's time for me to find another job Report Inappropriate Comment

OLDERDANDRT 11/21/2010 7:19PM

Guilty as charged! Gettin to it now!!! Lovin to live and livin to love (life)!!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

CBEVNOW 11/21/2010 4:14PM

Great advice, lots to think about. Hubby and i do as much as we can while we can. He still likes to work. Caroline Report Inappropriate Comment

VITCHY-VICKI 11/21/2010 8:00AM

Blog I need to go read my bucket list and get started on it no more waiting Vicki Report Inappropriate Comment

LIS193 11/20/2010 6:22PM

Great blog! Life is too short to wait. My dad passed away nearly 4 years ago at the young age of 68... Every day is a gift - make the most of it. Report Inappropriate Comment

PSMITH3841 11/20/2010 6:09PM

Amen! Do it now, don't put off anything....There's so much out there just too good to miss! Thanks for adding me as a friend, I going to add you now...How's come we never did this sooner??? Beats me! Report Inappropriate Comment

Window Washing Day!

Friday, November 19, 2010

I'm never sure exactly what that symbol on the left represents but it fascinates me -- looks like a window anyway, and that's what happened at our house today! Window washing time!

First thing this morning a guy comes to replace our big front window that is in our computer room. It was broken during a recent hail storm (the size of golf balls or bigger). Right after him came the man who was replacing our screens on EVERY window. They are the kind that cut down on the light that comes into your home -- here in Phoenix things get pretty hot and bright during those long summer months.

So. . . . . what better time to wash windows than when all the screens are down. George started, but it soon appeared he could not keep ahead of the screen guy, so I went out to help him. We are both pooped tonight -- but we've got nice shiny windows!!!

  

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PSMITH3841 11/20/2010 5:33PM

I'm with Jayne, my windows need a scrubbing too! We could make a party of it you know....might be a good time! Hmmm, wonder how many calories you two burned???? Report Inappropriate Comment

OLDERDANDRT 11/20/2010 4:27PM

I never could figure out that window emoticon either, but it suits your purpose!! Now that you've done your windows, want to come do mine? Report Inappropriate Comment

VITCHY-VICKI 11/20/2010 7:22AM

this is someone throwing the scale out the window for that is what I would like to do with mine today Now you can come to my house and wash my windows hate that job but if I get paid to do it not so bad Glad you can see out side again Report Inappropriate Comment

LYNHALTINER 11/19/2010 9:51PM

but you must feel great with clean windows Report Inappropriate Comment