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Wednesday, October 21, 2015

What I Believe....




A dear friend of mine writes a column for the Salt Lake City Tribune and recently wrote the most thought provoking column I have read in a long time.  Ann Cannon is one of those writers that brings emotions you love to feel.  Find her column here.  She wrote about the concept of beliefs and the ongoing "This I Believe Project" (http://thisibelieve.org)  Ann inspired me to think about what I believe in....


I believe being surrounded by books is more comforting than macaroni and cheese

I believe the sound of my children laughing together is the best sound created.

I believe dogs are the best barometer of our worth, if your dog loves you then you are OK!

I believe hugs should be at least 9 seconds long and several times a day.

I believe older people have the best wisdom.

I believe a drum line at a football game could make you forget all your problems.

I believe good feelings from a sweet memory should be brought out and worn often.

I believe in learning, whether a formal education or simply living life, it equals the same.

I believe winning is wonderful, loosing is educational, and having the right attitude about both is inspirational.

I believe Frankincense is a miracle essential oil.  Or maybe magical...whatever, it is amazing, and it works.

I believe the things you should never be without in the kitchen is a great olive oil, fresh herbs, onions, garlic and celery.  With that you can create anything.

I believe you should never make excuses for wanting to set your table with the "good stuff".  Your grandmother will be happy you did.

I believe knowing who "your people" are is important.  Know where are your grandparents and great-grandparents are from and celebrate them!

I believe having a hobby and making time for it is imperative.

I believe lipstick and a strand of pearls help you feel pretty.

I believe prayer is the greatest power on earth.

I believe sitting by a fire in a comfortable chair, with a great book, watching it rain or snow is the essence of comfort.

I believe in having a favorite blanket and a favorite bathrobe.

I believe in the magical powers of a donut you bought while no one was looking.

I believe furniture finds you...

While I believe in the intelligence of order, keeping a few odd things does not clutter make.

I believe some books are holy and are filled with truth.  They make us better for having read them.

I believe God talks to us, and if we are willing to listen, our lives improve.

I believe we are all entitled to our own beliefs and deserve the respect of others as we follow the "dictates of our own conscience"

I believe making assumptions about what people are like will rob you of the potential of a great friend.

I believe the causal effect of forgiveness is intelligence.  Anger literally halts our progression and keeps us from finding the answers that are always there.

I believe in the power of words, be careful how you use them.

What are your beliefs?

34 comments:

  1. Lots of very good things to appreciate in what you have shared. Thank you.

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    1. Thank you Marsha..I appreciate you reading my little list!

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  2. I believe that nothing can ruin a good day unless you let it.

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    1. It is all about choice for sure....love you Leslie!!

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  3. I believe that you are a good woman, and that good women rule the world!

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    1. I think they do, although no one really knows about it, right?

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    2. As long as they do not know, we have ultimate power....

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  4. This is lovely, you've inspired me to make my own "I Believe" list! And the fire with a book and a blankie? YES. ❤️

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    1. Oh Marnie I hope so...that is what it did for me. I was so appreciative of Ann to start it

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  5. I'm not sure I could rattle off my beliefs this minute but the thought process has begun! Beautiful.

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    1. It is so much fun to spend some time alone for introspection to consider what we really do believe. I was hoping we would all start thinking...I did.

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  6. I believe that spending time with a three year old improves your day and your life. :)

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    1. That always did for me...I look back on those days wistfully

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    2. I looked back wistfully until I had two of my grandchildren (without their parents) for two weeks. Reality set back in very quickly! They are wonderful, but they are exhausting! I suppose it doesn't help that I am a bit older than when the younguns were my own....

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  7. What a lovely post. Thank you for sharing it!

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  8. I love the I'believe series on National Public Radio and the books they've published from it. I think it's a beautiful exercise and I'm putting it on my weekend list..thanks, Donna. BTW, I believe women are the salt of the earth and bring taste, spice, flavor and yum to the world in every way!

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    1. I am one of those forever students who needs/wants assignments. This was one I really enjoyed. Thank you for reading and BTW women are the salt of the earth...it has been said they will bring more good to the world than we will ever know.

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    2. Hmm, where have I heard that before, Donna?

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  9. I believe in the power of curiosity and receptivity, of expecting the unexpected, of thriving on surprises...and of thinking highly of myself :-)

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    1. I am working on thriving on surprises...lately the surprises are hard to keep up with!!

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  10. I agree with just about everything you said. That is a great list.

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    1. thank you, it was fun to think of things I believe in. Not the deep doctrinal stuff, the fun stuff...

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  11. I believe it is a great list too! It needs some wine and chocolate.

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    1. Every list can be improved....a very fluid list for sure...thank you for reading.

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  12. I love your belief system. I'm similar on most every one... except I believe that macaroni and cheese tastes best when reading a good book while eating it.

    Fun (and thought-provoking) post!

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    1. Thank you so much for reading, it was a fun list to make. It helps me to remember all the wonderful things of my life

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  13. I believe that luck is when preparation meets opportunity!
    Estelle

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    1. That is one of my favorite sayings. It isn't just a saying however, it is true. Thank you for reading, and thank you for being so patient with my social media skills.

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  14. Love your list of beliefs! So true about the furniture finding you lol. You list would make a good infographic too!

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    1. I would love to hear your funniest furniiture finding story...mine are hysterical. Thank you for reading....

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  15. Great list! The power of words is truly amazing. Words can turn you around and either make things better or not. I've experienced both ways. I've watched my sons turn against each other over stupid words texted while intoxicated. It is beyond sad. I've had the pleasure of kind words from strangers who have read my words. Life is crazy and wonderful like that.
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