A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....01-13-04...Celebrate Living

Dutchess

[dutchess]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

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Celebrate Living...

Today we are featuring suggestions, observations and reminders on how to live a happy and rewarding life. Most are excerpts from "Life's Little Instruction Book" by H. Jackson Brown, Jr. I strongly recommend the books...there now being 3 volumes. If possible, please click on the music link below (Africa). We guarantee the combination will make you feel good all day. Enjoy!

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Suggestions on how to live a happy & rewarding life:

Take time to smell the roses.

Take a nap on Sunday afternoon.

Drink 8 glasses of water a day.

Never deprive someone of hope….it might be all they have….

Be thankful for every meal

Don't be afraid to say I'm sorry.

Don't take good health for granted.

Don't interrupt……Don't tailgate…

Improve your performance by….Improving your attitude.

Wave at children on the school bus.

Listen to your children.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Keep it simple.

Keep good company.

Keep your promise.

Be kinder than necessary.

Take good care of those you love.

Make it a habit to do nice things

Make it a habit to do nice things for people who will never find out.

Wear outrageous underwear under the most formal business attire.

VOTE.

Judge your success by the degree that you're enjoying peace, health and love.

Be a good loser.

Be a good winner.

Be romantic.

Live so that when you your children think of fairness, caring and integrity, they think of you.

Enjoy real maple syrup.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Never give anyone a fruitcake.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Sing in the shower.

Don't nag.

Don't gossip.

Don't expect money to bring you happiness.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Never give up on anyone. Miracles happen every day.

Say thank you a lot.

Say please a lot.

Take your dog to obedience school. You'll both learn a lot.

Slow dance.

Don't rain on other people's parades.

Don't postpone joy.

Stop blaming others. Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Take care of your reputation. It's your most valuable asset.

Count your blessings.

Whistle.

Marry only for love.

Call your mother.

Do more than is expected.

Be there when others need you.

Join us at the Finest Every Day.

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[dutchess]

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, One Nation Under God, Indivisible, With Liberty and Justice for All.

[dutchess]

Welcome to the Finest. Today let's sit back and "Celebrate Living"...reflecting on life's little pleasures... Please stop in and enjoy ours and maybe add your own... ( I'll add one...a successful FR fundraiser in less than a week...remember when they took well over two????)

[mhking]

Hi, everyone --

I know I don't drop in as often as I probably should, but I'd like to point out one of the "little things" that was pointed out to me in the midst of my self-pity this weekend: though I've been out of work and keeping the baby at home since October, she hasn't been sick once. Considering how many people have become critically ill with the flu and other nasty bugs, for Lynese to go all this time without even a sniffle is a blessing indeed.

[dutchess]

Sorry I got started so late today. Tried to post the first time around midnight....computer kept freezing up...Hate when that happens...Happened several more times this morning...guess it's time to get a new one...

Anyway I'm here...it worked and sure would LOVE a cup of coffee...hint hint!

[The Mayor]

I'll take your old one..

[dutchess]

for Lynese to go all this time without even a sniffle is a blessing indeed.

Thanks for sharing that. And what a sweetheart little Lynese is. Give her a hug from all of us here!

P.S. Also want you to know how much I appreciate being on your ping list. I learn much daily!

[The Mayor]

Forgetting those things which are behind . . . , I press toward the goal.

Instead of living in the shadows of yesterday, walk in the light of today and the hope of tomorrow.

[Aeronaut]

Good morning Dutchess

[dutchess]

I'll take your old one..

LOL...now...I've been thinking of ways for you to leave that liberal area and come to the more conservative midwest where there are job opportunities....Can a cranky weary tired old computer be an incentive????

P.S. Where's the coffee???????!!!!!

[The Mayor]

January 13, 2004

Looking Ahead

Read: Philippians 3:7-14

Forgetting those things which are behind . . . , I press toward the goal. —Philippians 3:13-14

Bible In One Year: Genesis 31-32; Matthew 9:18-38

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The month of January is named after Janus, the Roman god of beginnings. He was symbolized as a man with two faces, one looking back and the other looking ahead.

Some people have trouble looking ahead with hope because they keep looking back and moping over the mistakes of the past. Their outlook for the future is dimmed, and their enthusiasm is dampened. But there is no use "crying over spilled milk." History is likely to repeat itself if they keep on brooding over failures of the old year, or continue complaining about the injustices they suffered during the last 12 months. Nothing is gained by continually grieving over the past.

On this day early in the new year, begin by confessing your sins to the Lord and accepting the gracious forgiveness He offers (1 John 1:9-10). Make right what needs correcting, and then, "forgetting those things which are behind," press onward with confidence and trust in your heavenly Father (Philippians 3:13-14). That was Paul's secret, and it worked.

Let's stop looking back and brooding over past failures. Rather, with a forward look, let's move ahead with hope and joy. —Richard De Haan

THINKING IT OVER
What mistakes of the past are still burdening you?
Have you confessed them to God and accepted His complete forgiveness? (1 John 1:9). When you do, your future will hold great promise.

Instead of living in the shadows of yesterday, walk in the light of today and the hope of tomorrow.

[dutchess]

Ah...coffee's on....thanks!

[Temple Owl]

Good morning all and thank you, dutchess for a fine post. I am going to do all of that.

[dutchess]

Good morning Aeronaut. I finally did it! Logged my first hour in my very own flight log on Sunday. Will be training in a Diamond Eclipse. I will admit I was a little nervous...it was a pretty windy day...but once we got about 3,000 feet it was pretty neat. My turns were VERY wide and you should have seen me initially taxi. Felt pretty bad for the instructor...I WAS ALL OVER THE RUNWAY! But...I'm up for the challange!

[Aeronaut]

Way to go Dutchess!!! You're gonna love it.

[dutchess]

Hi Temple...good to see you. Should have added...give your dog a piece of cheese. Think I'll go do that right now...Have a great day!

[iceskater]

Hmmm....where to start? Some of my favorite things these days.
When my cat, Lucy, jumps up on the couch and keeps me company.

Pretty much any time I skate. I've been landing a jump I've struggled with for what feels like forever. Inconsistently, but it happens with some regularity now. I've even had witnesses which means it's "real." LOL

My performance review - really positive.

And I'll feel a whole lot better once I get the results back on some tests I've had to have done.

[Aquamarine]

Beautiful, very well done!
I've found if the music is playing while trying to post it can lock things up, that may have caused your problem last night.

Found some more sayings from 'Life's Little Instruction Book' (which was one of my dad's favorite little books that he gave away as gifts).

Whenever you hear an ambulance siren, say a prayer for the person inside.

Hold a child's hand when crossing the street.

Don't forget that a couple of words of praise or encouragement can make someone's day.

Remember that a minute of anger denies you sixty seconds of happiness.

On your birthday, send your mom a thank-you card.

Never criticize your country when travelling abroad.

When you hear a kind word spoken about a friend, tell him so.

When loved ones drive away, watch until you can no longer see the car.

Keep a backup copy of your personal address and telephone book.

Never buy a coffee table you can't put your feet on.

Say something positive as early as possible every day.

Regardless of the situation, remember that nothing is ever lost by courtesy.

When staying at a hotel or motel, don't accept a room next to the ice or vending machines.

Enjoy the satisfaction that comes from doing little things well.

Never go near a kid who's holding a water hose unless you want to get wet.

Never refuse a holiday dessert.

[Pippin]

GOOD MORNING EVERYBODY!

I know I was absent yesterday, I was on the Dementional Doorway thread most of the time. Great folks over there too! :O)

(just don't tell them because it might go to thier heads, HEE! HEE!)

Could'nt resist that, Darks! LOL!

What I do for happiness?

Ignore negative people (They'll alway get you down)

Look in a mirror and say "I love You" (It's not vanity, it's making it better for you to love others)

Unlike a certian Dem. candidate from Vermont, see EVERYONE as my neighbor, brother, and sister ( regardless of weather I agree or disagree with them!)

Say "Thank You" to God each morning for the new day.

Come to FR to get my perspective on what really matters. (And to get away from my liberal coworkers)

HAVE FUN!!!!

[The Mayor]

Join us at the Finest Every Day.

That is a must!!
Alot of good suggestions there, and look at todays Daily Bread it's kinda the same..

[dutchess]

Yes...your daily bread is perfect for today. A very good reminder to look toward the future. Thanks for posting it every day...