Hello everyone!
Just wanted to stop by and say **hello!** before I head out to go to the gym.
As promised, I will be posting pictures of hubby's special day this weekend.
I am working on some sleeves (did I mention a local coffee shop has agreed to carry my coffee sleeves?!? Yep, I am so very excited about that!), more details to come.
We also have a couple of friends coming over for dinner and canasta. It looks like a promising weekend so far!
What about you? What are you up to?
Hope you have a **lovely** Saturday!
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Lovely treasuries I am featured in. Thank you ladies!
I know it is hard to find my potholders in the middle of so many gorgeous finds! Thank you so much Three Sister's Harvest!
Mona, from the Sewing Granny, included me in her treasury as well! Mona is a fellow Angel, from the Etsy Angels team.
Thank you so much ladies!
Today is hubby's birthday! We are on our way to breakfast. Eggs benedict; sounds yummy, yes?!?
I will post pics later. Have a lovely day!
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Sharing....
There is usually a barrier between me and the world.... The only person I currently allow inside this barrier is hubby. I love how I can be myself around him and still be ok with it. I am often scared that if I let people in, they will either hurt me or be disappointed with what they see.
Because I want to change that, and let my hair down more often, I have decided to share some things about me, positive and areas that need improvement.
The good (thanks hubby for participating in this survey <3):
loving
funny
kind hearted
loyal & devoted
hard working
The bad:
insecure
the occasional pessimism
lack of motivation (this is just a nice way to say I am lazy sometimes)
jealous
afraid of trying new things, or being uncomfortable
What makes me happy:
Leela
Spending time with hubby
Watching House
Sewing & being creative
Helping a client who knows nothing about accounting. I love when it is all said and done
Helping those who are less fortunate
Good food
What makes me sad:
People who are selfish and petty
When I have tons of ideas in my head, but I am too scared to fail. It is good to dream, but you must act on it as well.
My brother & sister in law are moving away
That no matter how hard I work, I never seem to have enough money to do the things I want to: travel, volunteer, dedicate more time to my Etsy shop, help the needy, get my teeth whitened and a decent camera
It would be nice if I could know more about you too! I love when my readers post comments, and I promise to get back to each and every one of you. If you prefer, email me at oohleela{at}gmail{dot}com.
Because I want to change that, and let my hair down more often, I have decided to share some things about me, positive and areas that need improvement.
The good (thanks hubby for participating in this survey <3):
loving
funny
kind hearted
loyal & devoted
hard working
The bad:
insecure
the occasional pessimism
lack of motivation (this is just a nice way to say I am lazy sometimes)
jealous
afraid of trying new things, or being uncomfortable
What makes me happy:
Leela
Spending time with hubby
Watching House
Sewing & being creative
Helping a client who knows nothing about accounting. I love when it is all said and done
Helping those who are less fortunate
Good food
What makes me sad:
People who are selfish and petty
When I have tons of ideas in my head, but I am too scared to fail. It is good to dream, but you must act on it as well.
My brother & sister in law are moving away
That no matter how hard I work, I never seem to have enough money to do the things I want to: travel, volunteer, dedicate more time to my Etsy shop, help the needy, get my teeth whitened and a decent camera
It would be nice if I could know more about you too! I love when my readers post comments, and I promise to get back to each and every one of you. If you prefer, email me at oohleela{at}gmail{dot}com.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Business tip: Picnik
Selling online and on Etsy is fairly new to me. It feels so good (and it makes me feel so alive) to be able to learn something totally new everyday. But excitement aside, I am not going to lie: it has been quite a challenge, so I thought it would be helpful if I shared some of my struggles and tips from time to time.
Taking quality, professional looking pictures has been a big stumbling block to me. I took a photography course in college, but back then all I was interested in was taking pictures of my puppies while having fun. Never did I think that I would actually be using such a skill in my life.
I don't currently own a fancy camera. In fact my point and shoot camera is about 8 years old. I am just making do until I can put some money aside to buy a more appropriate (and expensive - yikes) DSLR camera. Which means I have had to rely on photo imaging software to come up with (somewhat) decent looking photos. BUT, photo imaging software is a foreign concept to me.
Yesterday however I came across picnik.com. Picnik enables you to edit your photos online, at the click of a button (or 2). It is super user friendly and intuitive, unlike Adobe Photoshop. And best of all it is free (and I always say if it is free is is for me).
Here is what my picture looked liked before I used picnik.com:
And here is the after:
Better, yes? If you have any tips you would like to share, I would love to hear from you! Have a great week!
Taking quality, professional looking pictures has been a big stumbling block to me. I took a photography course in college, but back then all I was interested in was taking pictures of my puppies while having fun. Never did I think that I would actually be using such a skill in my life.
I don't currently own a fancy camera. In fact my point and shoot camera is about 8 years old. I am just making do until I can put some money aside to buy a more appropriate (and expensive - yikes) DSLR camera. Which means I have had to rely on photo imaging software to come up with (somewhat) decent looking photos. BUT, photo imaging software is a foreign concept to me.
Yesterday however I came across picnik.com. Picnik enables you to edit your photos online, at the click of a button (or 2). It is super user friendly and intuitive, unlike Adobe Photoshop. And best of all it is free (and I always say if it is free is is for me).
Here is what my picture looked liked before I used picnik.com:
And here is the after:
Better, yes? If you have any tips you would like to share, I would love to hear from you! Have a great week!
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
I have a new computer!!!
Hello everyone!
I am beyond ecstatic today. I have been using the same laptop for the past 4 years. 4 years is a long time, especially for a relatively cheap laptop. But truth be told, I have always loved Mac's. In fact, a year or so ago, hubby took the Apple sticker that came with our iPod and stuck it on top of the VAIO logo on my laptop. It was there to remind me to work hard and save money so that I could actually afford to get a MacBook. I am proud to say that that day has finally arrived!!!
And to celebrate, I am going to make a nice laptop sleeve. I am trying to decide which tutorial to go with. Help a sister out, would you?
This one is from Sew, Mama, Sew!
And this one is from The Cottage Home:
I am beyond ecstatic today. I have been using the same laptop for the past 4 years. 4 years is a long time, especially for a relatively cheap laptop. But truth be told, I have always loved Mac's. In fact, a year or so ago, hubby took the Apple sticker that came with our iPod and stuck it on top of the VAIO logo on my laptop. It was there to remind me to work hard and save money so that I could actually afford to get a MacBook. I am proud to say that that day has finally arrived!!!
And to celebrate, I am going to make a nice laptop sleeve. I am trying to decide which tutorial to go with. Help a sister out, would you?
This one is from Sew, Mama, Sew!
And this one is from The Cottage Home:
Fabric-wise, I am thinking about using a pink and teal floral pattern on the outside and pink/white polka dot fabric on the inside. This is my first time making a laptop sleeve. Any helpful tips?
Have a LOVELY day!!!
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Love week!
Something to think about this Valentine's Day...
"If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails." Corinthians, 13:1-8
I have so much to celebrate this Valentine's Day: I have been blessed with a wonderful family, loving parents, an amazing and caring husband and a sweet, one of a kind puppy. I have also been blessed with friends, not many, but definitely people I can always count on.
That being said, I need to make plans to take my honey out on Valentine's Day. We are on a budget, and I would love to do something more creative than the usual dinner. My husband loves old cars, museums, bulldogs, to travel, the San Francisco 49ers and the San Francisco Giants. Any ideas?
Have a wonderful week, full of love and lots of inspiration!
"If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails." Corinthians, 13:1-8
I have so much to celebrate this Valentine's Day: I have been blessed with a wonderful family, loving parents, an amazing and caring husband and a sweet, one of a kind puppy. I have also been blessed with friends, not many, but definitely people I can always count on.
That being said, I need to make plans to take my honey out on Valentine's Day. We are on a budget, and I would love to do something more creative than the usual dinner. My husband loves old cars, museums, bulldogs, to travel, the San Francisco 49ers and the San Francisco Giants. Any ideas?
Have a wonderful week, full of love and lots of inspiration!
Sunday, January 30, 2011
A sneak peek at my Valentine's Day project
Here is one of the things I have been working on over the past few days. I love pink and felt so when I came across this, making a pink garland, using felt letters and hearts made so much sense!!!
I hope I can get it done in time for Valentine's Day!
I used MS Word to get the pattern for the letters; the font is called Cooper Black and it comes with the software (I have MS Office 2007). I used 500 as the font size and chose to print the outline of the letters in order to save some money in ink cartridges (if you have MS Office 2007, highlight the letters, right click, font, effects - outline, enter).
What about you? What kind of cool projects are you currently working on?
I hope I can get it done in time for Valentine's Day!
I used MS Word to get the pattern for the letters; the font is called Cooper Black and it comes with the software (I have MS Office 2007). I used 500 as the font size and chose to print the outline of the letters in order to save some money in ink cartridges (if you have MS Office 2007, highlight the letters, right click, font, effects - outline, enter).
What about you? What kind of cool projects are you currently working on?
Free $10 gift certificate!!!
Hi everyone! How have you been?
Mollie, from Wild Olive, is giving away a $10 gift certificate to my Etsy shop, Ooh Leela! Visit her blog and check it out!!!
All you have to do is like Ooh Leela's Facebook page, go back to Mollie's blog and leave a comment saying you have done so.
We will pick a winner at 12pm CST tomorrow, 01/31/11. Good luck everyone!!!
Mollie, from Wild Olive, is giving away a $10 gift certificate to my Etsy shop, Ooh Leela! Visit her blog and check it out!!!
All you have to do is like Ooh Leela's Facebook page, go back to Mollie's blog and leave a comment saying you have done so.
We will pick a winner at 12pm CST tomorrow, 01/31/11. Good luck everyone!!!
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Gift certificates!!!
You can now find gift certificates in my Etsy shop!!! Buy a $10 gift certificate until 01/31/11 and receive a $15 gift certificate. What a DEAL!!!
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Luggage tags
Hello everyone! How have you been?
This week was absolutely crazy. So many new clients. It seems everyone's New Year's resolution this year is to file taxes on time.
I am however glad that I got to spend some time sewing and making new jars today.I feel so refreshed!
Remember when I blogged about luggage tags? I made these and gave them to my brother and his wife for Christmas. They will be traveling in a little less than 2 months, so I am sure they will come in handy. These tags look better than using a bandana or a ribbon to identify your luggage, don't you think? And they are super easy to make, even a beginner can finish each tag in about 30 minutes tops.
I found the tutorial at Joann's website, but ended up modifying it a bit. I used fabric instead of ribbon. Looking back, I think I should have used a layer of batting between the layers of fabric, to make it a bit sturdier. But oh well, live and learn right?
You can download the step by step instructions, in .PDF format here.
And here is how mine turned out:
This week was absolutely crazy. So many new clients. It seems everyone's New Year's resolution this year is to file taxes on time.
I am however glad that I got to spend some time sewing and making new jars today.I feel so refreshed!
Remember when I blogged about luggage tags? I made these and gave them to my brother and his wife for Christmas. They will be traveling in a little less than 2 months, so I am sure they will come in handy. These tags look better than using a bandana or a ribbon to identify your luggage, don't you think? And they are super easy to make, even a beginner can finish each tag in about 30 minutes tops.
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I found the tutorial at Joann's website, but ended up modifying it a bit. I used fabric instead of ribbon. Looking back, I think I should have used a layer of batting between the layers of fabric, to make it a bit sturdier. But oh well, live and learn right?
You can download the step by step instructions, in .PDF format here.
And here is how mine turned out:
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Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Free cross stitch pattern
Hello again everyone. I am on a roll today :)
I have just put this together. I hope you enjoy it. Please share pictures of the finished product and let me if you have any questions. I think that adding a couple of these, one on each side, will make it look even more lovely. Happy stitching!
I have just put this together. I hope you enjoy it. Please share pictures of the finished product and let me if you have any questions. I think that adding a couple of these, one on each side, will make it look even more lovely. Happy stitching!
Working for great causes this month
Hello everyone! I hope you had a great weekend!
I got to spend it with my husband's grandmother, a strong and all around great lady who turned 92. Her mind is super sharp and she is super independent: she lives all by herself. I hope I can be like her when I grow up.
I have recently joined the Etsy Angels team on Etsy, a group of artists who work together to support a different cause every month. It gives me such a sense of accomplishment and I feel fulfilled in so many ways to be a part of such a great group of people.
This month we are supporting ORVAL, an organization who provides assistance to pet parents who cannot afford to take their pets to the vet. This allows people who would otherwise take their pets to a shelter to keep them.ORVAL also provides good care to those pets who end up at the shelter.
Our goal is to have 135 sales this month, and so far we have had 95. If you would like to know more or to shop, please click here.
I also came across this on Facebook yesterday. What a humbling story. I am happy to say I will be sending some kits their way. If you would like to participate or help me with the kits, please leave a comment and I will be happy to share more information.
Have a great day!
I got to spend it with my husband's grandmother, a strong and all around great lady who turned 92. Her mind is super sharp and she is super independent: she lives all by herself. I hope I can be like her when I grow up.
I have recently joined the Etsy Angels team on Etsy, a group of artists who work together to support a different cause every month. It gives me such a sense of accomplishment and I feel fulfilled in so many ways to be a part of such a great group of people.
This month we are supporting ORVAL, an organization who provides assistance to pet parents who cannot afford to take their pets to the vet. This allows people who would otherwise take their pets to a shelter to keep them.ORVAL also provides good care to those pets who end up at the shelter.
Our goal is to have 135 sales this month, and so far we have had 95. If you would like to know more or to shop, please click here.
I also came across this on Facebook yesterday. What a humbling story. I am happy to say I will be sending some kits their way. If you would like to participate or help me with the kits, please leave a comment and I will be happy to share more information.
Have a great day!
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Valentine's Day gift ideas
Time to go shopping again! I think these are sooooo cute! Check them out and don't forget: please support handmade if you can.
PS: Hubby, if you are reading this: hint hint nudge nudge ;)
Blessings everyone!
PS: Hubby, if you are reading this: hint hint nudge nudge ;)
Blessings everyone!
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Trying something different
I am super excited! I bought an embroidery pattern from Mollie Johanson, over at Wild Olive. Can't wait to get started!!!
What should I turn these into??? I am also working on a cool Valentine's Day garland. I will post pics soon! What sort of projects are you currently working on?
XOXOs & blessings!
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What should I turn these into??? I am also working on a cool Valentine's Day garland. I will post pics soon! What sort of projects are you currently working on?
XOXOs & blessings!
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Monday, January 10, 2011
Hooray I have bought some more fabric!!!!
I am definitely addicted to fabric. I love that new fabric smell, its texture, the patterns and vivid colors. When I buy new fabric I tend to stare at the beautiful patterns every 5 minutes or so. Then I think about all the cute things I want to create with those beautiful fabrics.
I bought some scraps last week (I LOVE fabric scraps)..... And winter is my favorite season, but I sort of miss summer (and my banana tree for that matter, that has frozen to death), and these patterns remind me of a hot summer day, palm trees, the beach, a nice mojito.... So I turned these:
Into this:
I decided to expand my line and make some nice potholders, with insul-bright and batting for extra protection and insulation. Your fingers will thank you! If you know someone who likes to cook, or someone who doesn't and always ends up burning their fingers, this would be the perfect gift!
If you like what you see, be sure to visit my Etsy shop. 10% of all sales proceeds go to help ORVAL this month. For more information about the Etsy Angels and ORVAL, be sure to visit http://etsyangelsteam.blogspot.com.
Sweet dreams!
I bought some scraps last week (I LOVE fabric scraps)..... And winter is my favorite season, but I sort of miss summer (and my banana tree for that matter, that has frozen to death), and these patterns remind me of a hot summer day, palm trees, the beach, a nice mojito.... So I turned these:
I decided to expand my line and make some nice potholders, with insul-bright and batting for extra protection and insulation. Your fingers will thank you! If you know someone who likes to cook, or someone who doesn't and always ends up burning their fingers, this would be the perfect gift!
If you like what you see, be sure to visit my Etsy shop. 10% of all sales proceeds go to help ORVAL this month. For more information about the Etsy Angels and ORVAL, be sure to visit http://etsyangelsteam.blogspot.com.
Sweet dreams!
Sunday, January 9, 2011
We had a great time at my brother's wedding!
Hi everyone! My brother got married last Friday! It was a simple wedding, but everyone pitched in and it was magical to say the least.
I made some party favors: lavender scented candles in a cute mason jar. After many trials, they turned out perfect! I was so inspired and so determined, it was meant to be. Kudos to mom for helping me.
The pictures are not that great because it was 1am by the time we finished them and the lighting was not adequate. The silver tags say to love and to cherish! Sooo cute!
I also added a few touches to a plain guest book I found at Michaels:
They got married at City Hall in San Francisco. The architecture is so beautiful, all of us were in awe. Some wonderful friends offered to take pictures. I think these pictures turned out so nice!
We had lunch here. Amazing food and great service. Reasonable prices too.
Facebook fans: take advantage of the coupon I have just sent you. And remember, 10% of all sales proceeds this month go to support ORVAL (Ouachita River Valley Animal League) in Louisiana. For more information, please visit: http://etsyangelsteam.blogspot.com/
Off to bake strawberry cupcakes for hubby! Sunday is splurging day! Yay!
Have a lovely week! XOXOssss!!!!!!!
I made some party favors: lavender scented candles in a cute mason jar. After many trials, they turned out perfect! I was so inspired and so determined, it was meant to be. Kudos to mom for helping me.
The pictures are not that great because it was 1am by the time we finished them and the lighting was not adequate. The silver tags say to love and to cherish! Sooo cute!
I also added a few touches to a plain guest book I found at Michaels:
They got married at City Hall in San Francisco. The architecture is so beautiful, all of us were in awe. Some wonderful friends offered to take pictures. I think these pictures turned out so nice!
We had lunch here. Amazing food and great service. Reasonable prices too.
Facebook fans: take advantage of the coupon I have just sent you. And remember, 10% of all sales proceeds this month go to support ORVAL (Ouachita River Valley Animal League) in Louisiana. For more information, please visit: http://etsyangelsteam.blogspot.com/
Off to bake strawberry cupcakes for hubby! Sunday is splurging day! Yay!
Have a lovely week! XOXOssss!!!!!!!
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Hard work pays off: the AFTER photos
We did it! Granted, we still need to do a bit more decorating, and I am still looking for a sewing table, but I am very pleased with how it all turned out.
Check out the before pics.
Here is the office - sorry hubby forgot to take before pics, but it was chaotic, believe me...
And here is my sewing/arts and crafts room (everything is neatly stored away). This room also serves as a guest bedroom, and Wii room.
Our motto throughout the process was to reuse what we already had, purge and donate what we did not need. I used to be a paper junkie, I printed everything out and filed it all away for at least 7-10 years. I have recently discovered Google Docs (it is free!!!), and oh my, I am in love with it. We must have gotten rid of at least 6-7 storage boxes. Everything is stored online. Done!
Let me not forget to share an important milestone: Ooh Leela has a fan on Facebook :) :) :) Thank you so much Kate (you rock)!
If you like what you see here, show me some love on Facebook (some deals and promotions will only be available to Ooh Leela's Facebook fans).
I hope you have an amazing week!!!
Check out the before pics.
Here is the office - sorry hubby forgot to take before pics, but it was chaotic, believe me...
And here is my sewing/arts and crafts room (everything is neatly stored away). This room also serves as a guest bedroom, and Wii room.
Our motto throughout the process was to reuse what we already had, purge and donate what we did not need. I used to be a paper junkie, I printed everything out and filed it all away for at least 7-10 years. I have recently discovered Google Docs (it is free!!!), and oh my, I am in love with it. We must have gotten rid of at least 6-7 storage boxes. Everything is stored online. Done!
Let me not forget to share an important milestone: Ooh Leela has a fan on Facebook :) :) :) Thank you so much Kate (you rock)!
If you like what you see here, show me some love on Facebook (some deals and promotions will only be available to Ooh Leela's Facebook fans).
I hope you have an amazing week!!!
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Food for thought: Regina Brett's 45 life lessons and 5 to grow on
Found this here.
Originally published in The Plain Dealer on Sunday, May 28, 2006
"To celebrate growing older, I once wrote the 45 lessons life taught me.
It is the most-requested column I've ever written. My odometer rolls over to 50 this week, so here's an update:
1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.
2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.
3. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
4. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
5. Pay off your credit cards every month.
6. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.
7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.
8. It's OK to get angry with God. He can take it.
9. Save for retirement starting with your first paycheck.
10. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.
11. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.
12. It's OK to let your children see you cry.
13. Don't compare your life to others'. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
14. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it.
15. Everything can change in the blink of an eye. But don't worry; God never blinks.
16. Life is too short for long pity parties. Get busy living, or get busy dying.
17. You can get through anything if you stay put in today.
18. A writer writes. If you want to be a writer, write.
19. It's never too late to have a happy childhood. But the second one is up to you and no one else.
20. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer.
21. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.
22. Overprepare, then go with the flow.
23. Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple.
24. The most important sex organ is the brain.
25. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.
26. Frame every so-called disaster with these words: "In five years, will this matter?"
27. Always choose life.
28. Forgive everyone everything.
29. What other people think of you is none of your business.
30. Time heals almost everything. Give time time.
31. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.
32. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch.
33. Believe in miracles.
34. God loves you because of who God is, not because of anything you did or didn't do.
35. Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger.
36. Growing old beats the alternative - dying young.
37. Your children get only one childhood. Make it memorable.
38. Read the Psalms. They cover every human emotion.
39. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.
40. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd grab ours back.
41. Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.
42. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.
43. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.
44. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
45. The best is yet to come.
46. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
47. Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.
48. If you don't ask, you don't get.
49. Yield.
50. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift."
May your day be filled with blessings, joy, family and love! Ciao Bellas!
Originally published in The Plain Dealer on Sunday, May 28, 2006
"To celebrate growing older, I once wrote the 45 lessons life taught me.It is the most-requested column I've ever written. My odometer rolls over to 50 this week, so here's an update:
1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.
2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.
3. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
4. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
5. Pay off your credit cards every month.
6. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.
7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.
8. It's OK to get angry with God. He can take it.
9. Save for retirement starting with your first paycheck.
10. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.
11. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.
12. It's OK to let your children see you cry.
13. Don't compare your life to others'. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
14. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it.
15. Everything can change in the blink of an eye. But don't worry; God never blinks.
16. Life is too short for long pity parties. Get busy living, or get busy dying.
17. You can get through anything if you stay put in today.
18. A writer writes. If you want to be a writer, write.
19. It's never too late to have a happy childhood. But the second one is up to you and no one else.
20. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer.
21. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.
22. Overprepare, then go with the flow.
23. Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple.
24. The most important sex organ is the brain.
25. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.
26. Frame every so-called disaster with these words: "In five years, will this matter?"
27. Always choose life.
28. Forgive everyone everything.
29. What other people think of you is none of your business.
30. Time heals almost everything. Give time time.
31. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.
32. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch.
33. Believe in miracles.
34. God loves you because of who God is, not because of anything you did or didn't do.
35. Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger.
36. Growing old beats the alternative - dying young.
37. Your children get only one childhood. Make it memorable.
38. Read the Psalms. They cover every human emotion.
39. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.
40. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd grab ours back.
41. Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.
42. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.
43. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.
44. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
45. The best is yet to come.
46. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
47. Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.
48. If you don't ask, you don't get.
49. Yield.
50. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift."
May your day be filled with blessings, joy, family and love! Ciao Bellas!
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