Give yourself the right to make mistakes.
Think, speak, act positively.
Expect a certain amount of disappointment. "You can't win 'em all"
Make definite decisions.
Talk out your problems.
Make a change. Take a trip. This will reduce tension.
Take your moods into account.
Find out how someone else solved the same problem.
After awhile you learn the differences between holding a hand and chaining a soul.
And you learn that love doesn't mean leaning and company doesn't mean security.
And you begin to learn that kisses aren't contracts and presents are promises.
And you begin to accept your defeats with your head up and your eyes open, with the grace of an adult not the grief of a child.
And you learn to build all your roads on today because tomorrows ground is too uncertain for plans.
After a while you learn that even sunshine burns if you get too much.
So plant your own garden and decorate your own soul instead of waiting for someone to bring you flowers.
And you learn that you really can endure.......
That you really are strong.
And you really do have worth.
You can't change direction of the winds-but you can reset your sails."
Jane Davis
March 19, 1921-2012
Yes, she passed on birthday......
She completed her circle.
5 comments:
What a sweet treasure! And now I'm a bit weepy....
Love this!
Did your Grandmother really write all that? What a treasure to come across. And Karen, your children look just like you! I think all I saw all of your children's faces in these cute younger pictures of you. It's an interesting thing that she died on her birthday.
Such an incredibly wise lady. Thank you for sharing her words. I'm so glad you could go out there to visit family; that was very special to me when my grandma passed away.
Wow, what a wise lady. This is a beautiful tribute, Karen.
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