Sitting On The Veranda With A Mint Julep

Posted on April 28, 2012 by leftcoastsouthernbelle

I have read and heard a lot of things recently that I find amusing, interesting, and funny.  I thought it would be cool to share some of them with you.

A friends Dad goes to the Opera House with his wife and friends for a concert.  They got their champagne and when the doors opened he panicked because it was general admission seating. He raced in to save seats not realizing that he didn’t have any play bills.  He came back out to join the group and his wife said…honey where are your shoes.

I asked a client how they were feeling and after a long pause she said, “I’m fine if you don’t ask me for any details.”

A stylist where I work had a persistent cough that her physicians were trying to diagnose.  Her clients would come in really concerned and say,  I hope your doctor will soon figure out the problem.   Well, one day a client came in and she was coughing…the client said what do you have lung cancer…TB.

I have several female friends who are experiencing the effects of “Hot Flashes”.  During a recent episode my friend  said that she was hotter than two rabbits making babies in a sock.

You can compare silence to the zero in mathematics.  People think it’s nothing, but actually it’s not.  It can be very powerful and necessary for your well being.

One of my favorite writers Rita Ruder said, “some people think having large breasts makes a woman stupid.  Actually it’s quite the opposite; a woman having large breasts makes men stupid.”

Love the moment…Flowers grow out of dark moments, therefore each moment is vital because it affects the whole.  Life is a successsion of such moments and to live each is to succeed. 

A woman called frantic about her appointment because she said you always calls me to confirm.  I said what time is your appointment?  It’s at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday with Elise.

Trying is having the intention to fail, so remove that word from your vocabulary, and say you will do it.

“Really Dad, I was gonna rake the leaves, but I was sure I could find an app for that.”

Our version of Woodstock is cuing in line for the newest phone or computer.

My friend Thorton had an incredible work ethic.  He would tell people on his job sites, “don’t just sit there doing nothing, do something even if it is wrong.  So, he and his wife Joy were leaving on holiday and she decided to be helpful and move his truck.  Well, she backed it in to their mercedes, and when Thorton came out with that disgusted look on his face, she said, “I did something even if it was wrong.”

“Dad, I finished setting up your account on Facebook, got your firewall up and deleted all of your spam.  Now, do you want to trade me cleaning the gutters for programming the TV remote?”

I must admit that the above item totally resembles me so many times, but I must say that I am getting better…at least that’s my opinion…which is what counts when you are trying to learn new things.

Here’s hoping you enjoyed and giggled a bit.

Ya’ll come back…

M.

Posted in Everything I read, Hear and See, Just sayin | 4 Comments

Are You Simply A Footprint By The River

Posted on April 18, 2012 by leftcoastsouthernbelle

I have been thinking about how the word friendship gets used and thrown around with no regard for its meaning. I see people treating their friends as if they are simply disposable. I will throw you away once there is nothing else I need from YOU, or want you to do for ME. 

My grandmother always said people like that were “INVISIBLE” totally missing footprints. They spend their lives being internally focused… so it’s all about THEM all day every day.

I feel that friends are an important ingredient in the recipe of life. They bring wonderful experiences and insights into our lives that are priceless. They know all about you and they love you anyway. It’s a relationship built on mutual trust and respect. It is supportive, enlightening, and provides an unconditional safe place to fall whenever you need it. 

Here’s something to think about …hopefully people let you know how they feel about you every day.  But, if not, what they say about you at the end of your life is all about how you lived your life, and how you gave of yourself along the way. You only have one life, what a waste having it only be about YOU…24/7…WOW…always the SAME.

You are the only one who can decide how you walk thru this world.  You can be like the footprints by the river, non existent,  or you can live as though we are all connected.

One day, you’ll be just a memory for some people.  Are you doing your best to make it a good one? 

 Just remember… it’s never to late…life is about making changes that help you grow and become a better person.

Ya’ll come back now…

M

Posted in Friendships, Honesty, Insights, Just sayin, Life, Life lessons, relationships, Truth | 6 Comments

How Long Will You Beat Yourself With The Same Old Stick

Posted on January 7, 2012 by leftcoastsouthernbelle

Recently, I find myself surrounded by people who seem to enjoy venting about the same thing every time that I see them.  We all have those moments where it’s just natural to have a “Bitch Session” but the intention should be to move forward, however they stay planted in the same place with no resolution.  My grandmother said, “that’s like the engine runnin’ but nobody’s driving.”

Many people think that venting helps ease our worries , but it really makes negative feelings worse, unless you are willing to truly step back and look at them with an honesty and truth that allows you to deal with it and then pick a new direction.

So, don’t keep rehashing; Move On!  There should be a beginning and ending to everything, if not, you’re basically just treading water which is fine if you’re becoming a certified lifeguard.  I’m just sayin…..

Ya’ll come back….

M.

Posted in Insights, Just sayin, Life, Life lessons, Talking in circles, Transformation, Truth | 5 Comments

Life Is Like The Sweet Smell Of The Morning Dew

Posted on November 24, 2011 by leftcoastsouthernbelle

I think waking up each day is an incredible gift.  It allows you to continue the evolving journey that opens your world to endless possiblities and promise.  It affirms that life is about doing what you truly love, because anything less is wasted time and will never make you happy or successful.  It’s like being lost and you continue to go in circles because you don’t want to ask for directions.  What is the point? 

I saw this quote that Steve Jobs read when he was 17.  “If you live each day as if it was your last, someday you’ll most certainly be right.” Since then… I have looked in the mirror every morning and asked myself, “If today were the last day of my life, would I want to do what I am about to do today?” And whenever the answer has been “no” for to many days in a row, I know I need to change something.  Your time is limited….Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice.  And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition….Everything else is secondary.

So, if you are not laughing as much as you breathe, doing what makes you happy, and waking up every day excited,  then you need a new plan. 

Each of us has a fire in our heart for something, and it’s our responsibilty to find out what that is and keep it lit.

Ya’ll come back now…

M

Posted in Eyes on the road, Faith, Honesty, Insights, Just sayin, Life, Life lessons, Transformation, Truth | 2 Comments

Are You Living Life As the Engine Or The Caboose

Posted on November 19, 2011 by leftcoastsouthernbelle

I heard someone ask this question, and it reminded me of a conversation with my Mother.  When I was younger and throughout my life people have called me the oddball, weird and  different. She told me that those words describe someone who is unique, brilliant, and confident. They dance to their own personal rythmn and will never be out of tune with who they are meant to be in the world; an individual.

So, you better decide NOW for as long as you live whether you are going to care what others think, or script your own amazing life.

I quickly realized that all of the people that I admire, find interesting, cause me to think, have made the world better, and have put a dent in the universe without question have never been a caboose.

Clarity about who you are will always guide you to, and return you to your TRUE self.

Or, think of it this way, if you’re not the lead dog your view is always the same.

Ya’ll come back now…

M.

Posted in Acceptance, Courage, Insights, Just sayin, Life, Life lessons | 14 Comments

Tougher Than A Two Dollar Steak

Posted on October 27, 2011 by leftcoastsouthernbelle

Each day that we wake up the world presents us with things that inspire, challenge and at times make our heart weep.  When the later happens (the heart weep), we must lean on those things that bring us inspiration and the unbelievable strength that allows us to walk right up to our challenge and look at it without fear.

We all have the capacity to withstand much more than we think, so trust and believe in your inner strength.  It’s always amazing when you do things that surprise you in a meaningful way.

Ya’ll come back now…

M.

Posted in Faith, Insights, Just sayin, Life, Life lessons | 2 Comments

Just A Little Something To Keep In Mind

Posted on October 15, 2011 by leftcoastsouthernbelle

The Dalai Lama, when asked what surprised him most about humanity, answered, Man.  Because he sacrifices his health in order to make money.  Then he sacrifices money to recuperate his health.  And then, he is so anxious about the future that he does not enjoy the present; the result being that he does not live in the present or the future; he lives as if he is never going to die, then dies never having lived.

If anything about his statement seems to resemble how you have chosen to walk in this world,  you need to step back into the light and come up with a better plan.  Life is about living not simply existing.

Happiness is the spiritual experience of living each day and  every minute.

I’m back writing sooner then I thought and it feels so good.

Ya’ll come back now….

M.

Posted in Everything I read, Insights, Just sayin, Life, Life lessons, Lifestyle | 4 Comments

Sweet & Spicy Down To Their Tippy Toe’s

Posted on October 14, 2011 by leftcoastsouthernbelle

Lately, I find myself wishing for more time for some sweet and gracious women, who have brought light and a vision of the world that has forever changed my view.  I think we should see the glass as always full, and to remember that what you do each and every day reflects back to you. 

I will forever celebrate being a part of, and witness to, true tenacity, strength and intention.  So, live your life loudly, because that will make you participate, enjoy, and wake up every day with a beautiful light radiating from you and around you.

Miracles are REAL and I was lucky enough to witness six… Lisa, Margaret, Marion, Arleen, Helen and Nerida.

Nothing is so strong as gentleness, nothing as gentle as real strength.

In closing this new post it may be a while before I am able to write again.  Unfortunately, at work today I had my iPad stolen which is my only means of communicating with you.  I refuse to let this change my perspective.  I still see my glass as full and I am truly grateful for all of the people who hold me up and support me every day of my life.  It’s like Martin Luther King said, “The ultimate measure of a person is not where you stand in moments of comfort, but where you stand at times of challenge and controversy. ” So, if a person who dealt with what he did felt that way, how in the world can I let this incident change the way I look at life.

Ya’ll come back now….

M

Posted in Acceptance, Insights, Life, Life lessons | 2 Comments

It’s A Cherry Blossom World

Posted on October 9, 2011 by leftcoastsouthernbelle

I was thinking the other day that the world is such a wonderful place. It is always revealing new and incredible things to us, so how could you not pay attention. We get to learn and experience changes that enhance who we are as a person. It shows us that mistakes are just life lessons that are part of the journey. The best part of it is that it encourages us to continually grow and be better people.

So, you can either be the person in the ditch on the side of the road with blinders on, or you can keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel.

Ya’ll come back now….

M.

Posted in Eyes on the road, Hands on the wheel, Just sayin, Life, Life lessons | 7 Comments

Come Down Off The Cross Somebody Else Needs The Wood

Posted on October 1, 2011 by leftcoastsouthernbelle

There are people who have everything in the world, yet they still are never happy or content. The reality is if you have a roof over your head and food on the table you are 85 percent better than most people in the world. So, it totally makes me want to say it must be difficult living stuck on stupid. I remember my grandma saying that most people who are never happy are like dogs chasing there tail, in the end you’re in the same spot having bit your own ass.
So, try a new mind set where you live in appreciation and gratitude!!!!

Y’all come back now..

M

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