A blogger friend wrote that I have a "charmed life." My eyebrows went up. I certainly don't think so.
On the other hand, Art thinks he's been awfully lucky. He had an idyllic childhood growing up in a small town where he was much loved by everybody although he does say he had dishwater hands from working at the family restaurant.
My life wasn't so perfect, but I prefer not to think about the unhappiness and try to focus on the positive. Also it's good to keep some things to myself. My son keeps warning me not to expose so much on the Internet.
Whatever the case, my life improved 100% when I met Art. It's true. I'll give the man that much credit. He helped me grow, understand and forgive.
I am grateful for what I have. I keep remembering the quote that's been attributed to Gandhi but nobody seems to know who said it for sure.
"I was sad because I had no shoes. Then I saw a man who had no feet."
Kay, I absolutely agree 100%. Without putting too much out there, I must say that my life wasn't perfect either. I did however, always have the love and support of my parents which I will treasure & carry with me forever. I have the love and support of a great man who's taught me how to "let go" of the trivial events that keep trying to find their way into our lives. We may not have much in material things or a vast income but I feel we are rich in what's important in life; our love for each other and the blessings of our three boys! (not to mention a fantastic sister/brother/mother in law!)
ReplyDeleteYeah, everybody needs an Art.
ReplyDeleteKay, I just love that quote! I don't know who said it either but it is so true! You are blessed with Art for sure!
ReplyDeleteAww, Kay, you need to keep some things private. Hope you're okay. Chin up!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful testimonial to your husband, Kay! I am glad he has loved and cherished you and helped you grow, understand and forgive. Everyone needs such a person (man or woman) in his or her life.
ReplyDeletegood advice from your son. I have a tendency to let it all hang out and give too much info when someone just was being polite and asking how I am but really didn't want details. lol!
ReplyDeleteMy childhood was a pretty miserable one and I don't talk about it for the most part because it's behind me. My marriage wasn't the best either, but I have four wonderful children so how bad could it have been?? Whatever the unhappy things, I forgave them a long time ago and I try to stay focused on the now. I make every effort not to judge others in the present and in the past! And I love the saying by Gandhi! It's been one of my favorites for a long time! As long as we make every effort to enjoy each day and to be grateful for all that we do have then I think our lives can be good. Thanks for sharing all that you do! You're a good and lovely lady that I'm glad to call my friend!
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What a wonderful quote Kay. Art deserves a lot of credit but don't forget to give yourself some too. He must have recognized a wonderful person to want to spend his life with. I am so glad you found someone to enjoy such a happy life together.
ReplyDeleteYou may not have had a charmed life, but you certainly are a charming person.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Linda and Denise, you have to give yourself credit also. You seem like a very nice and caring person from what I read on all your posts. That saying you quoted is so true.
ReplyDeleteYour son is wise, you may have noticed I am a little more careful these days. That quote is very deep and really makes you count your blessings. And thank you for your lovely comment on my blog today, it was much appreciated.
ReplyDeleteyeah, charmed life alright. Didn't you just hurt your back lifting furniture? Or was it falling down the stairway.
ReplyDelete....I remember the proverb well.
"I was sad because I had no shoes. Then I saw a man who had no feet."
I hurt my leg on a construction job and it just dragged on for over two months. I've worked more hurt on a few occasions before, but that was for a week. This just wasn't going away. I mean climbing scaffolds with a full tool belt, and all that, and stumbling around on gravel, ain't fun at all. We don't get sick pay so I had little choice. If I quit the job altogether, I'd had been placed all the way on the very bottom of the union job call list. Then one night on my way home I walked by this person with a permanent handicapped leg, and my own strained leg never hurt from then on. I still limped around all day for another month or two, but it just never hurt.
We all have ups and downs in our lives .What one needs is a positive attitude,love and support of family n friends and of course the right partner .
ReplyDeleteBoth you and Art are inspiration to me.I am glad that i came across wonderful people like you.
You guys are the BEST! And to my sister-in-law, Nancy, thank you. It means a lot to me.
ReplyDeleteWalk a mile in my shoes.
ReplyDeleteI don't know who said that it but it always seems to fit. I think how lucky I am, in spite of my physical condition, now, when I see a lion in a cage at the zoo or a gorilla in the zoo. What a shame mankind can't seem to leave life alone and at peace.
I always wonder if Hollywood will ever put out a movie about human being abducted and put in cages for the Alien Population to stare out. I know about Planet of the Apes but that apes are no aliens to us. lol
You are doing good and that is the best.
Just catching up. Your blog is so entertaining and lively but thoughtful at the same time.
ReplyDeleteI have had a lot of bad things happen in my life, but I prefer to dwell on on the good things, so in that sense I have had a charmed life. I am happy now and perhaps I even appreciate the good things in my life more because I know they are blessings.
ReplyDeleteI have thought that some people I knew really did lead a charmed life and then you get to know them better and we all have our issues...I have had some real challenges, but it has made me a much stronger person... I hope..and a compassionate one...
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