Sitting Under The Rainbow With.... Is a new piece that I am introducing. When I find people who are interesting, with their own life experience to add. Erma Bombeck was a lovely lady, respected and cherished by many. Sadly, she was diagnosed with Cancer and before she come to the end of her battle with the dreaded disease she did as most of us would; an honest reflection of her life and the changes she would make if it were possible to live her life over.
When I received the email containing the thoughts of Erma Bombeck it reminded me instantly of my earlier post, 'Be Careful What You Wish For' . Where I cover the fact of, why is it that we always wait until a near death experience before we make the necessary changes in our life.
IF I HAD MY LIFE TO LIVE OVER - by Erma Bombeck
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I would have gone to bed when I was sick instead of pretending the earth would go into a holding pattern if I weren't there for the day.
I would have burned the pink candle sculpted like a rose before it
melted in storage.
I would have talked less and listened more.
I would have invited friends over to dinner even if the carpet was stained, or the sofa faded.
I would have eaten the popcorn in the 'good' living room and worried much less about the dirt when someone wanted to light a fire in the fireplace.
I would have taken the time to listen to my grandfather ramble
about his youth.
I would have shared more of the responsibility carried by my husband.
I would never have insisted the car windows be rolled up on a summer day because my hair had just been teased and sprayed.
I would have sat on the lawn! With my grass stains.
I would have cried and laughed less while watching television and more while watching life.
I would never have bought anything just because it was practical, wouldn't show soil, or was guaranteed to last a lifetime.
Instead of wishing away nine months of pregnancy, I'd have cherished every moment and realized that the wonderment growing inside me was the only chance in life to assist God in a miracle.
When my kids kissed me impetuously, I would never have said, 'Later. Now go get washed up for dinner.' There would have been more
'I love yous'; more 'I'm sorry's.'
But mostly, given another shot at life, I would seize every minute...look at it and really see it.. Live it and never give it back.
STOP SWEATING THE SMALL STUFF!!!
Don't worry about who doesn't like you, who has more, or who's doing what
Instead; let's cherish the relationships we have with those who do love us.
Let's think about what God HAS blessed us with, and what we are doing each day to promote ourselves mentally, physically, and emotionally.
I hope you have a blessed day .
I would have gone to bed when I was sick instead of pretending the earth would go into a holding pattern if I weren't there for the day.
I would have burned the pink candle sculpted like a rose before it
melted in storage.
I would have talked less and listened more.
I would have invited friends over to dinner even if the carpet was stained, or the sofa faded.
I would have eaten the popcorn in the 'good' living room and worried much less about the dirt when someone wanted to light a fire in the fireplace.
I would have taken the time to listen to my grandfather ramble
about his youth.
I would have shared more of the responsibility carried by my husband.
I would never have insisted the car windows be rolled up on a summer day because my hair had just been teased and sprayed.
I would have sat on the lawn! With my grass stains.
I would have cried and laughed less while watching television and more while watching life.
I would never have bought anything just because it was practical, wouldn't show soil, or was guaranteed to last a lifetime.
Instead of wishing away nine months of pregnancy, I'd have cherished every moment and realized that the wonderment growing inside me was the only chance in life to assist God in a miracle.
When my kids kissed me impetuously, I would never have said, 'Later. Now go get washed up for dinner.' There would have been more
'I love yous'; more 'I'm sorry's.'
But mostly, given another shot at life, I would seize every minute...look at it and really see it.. Live it and never give it back.
STOP SWEATING THE SMALL STUFF!!!
Don't worry about who doesn't like you, who has more, or who's doing what
Instead; let's cherish the relationships we have with those who do love us.
Let's think about what God HAS blessed us with, and what we are doing each day to promote ourselves mentally, physically, and emotionally.
I hope you have a blessed day .
She ends her heart felt life reflection with,
'Friends are quiet angels who lift us to our feet when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly.'How many of those reflections could you agree with? How many are you going to take action to change, today?
Until next time,
Beverley x
'Smiling From Within'
2 comments:
Hi, Smiling,
I read with much enthusiasm, your blog about the late Ms. Bombeck. I loved her witty humor. One of my favorite sayings came from her, as well. I believe it was in her book, "If Life is Such a Bowl of Cherries, Why am I Always in the Pits?" She wrote of favorite passages from the bible, hers being, "And it came to pass". When asked why, she responds, "Thank God! I'm glad it didn't come to stay!"
I'd give anything to have her wisdom. Since I don't have 'anything' to give, I'll settle for trying to emulate her style. LOL
Su
Hello Suruha,
I'm glad you liked this ones it's my new edition. I'm always looking for new people to write about their story or any experience they've had!
Welcome aboard,
Beverley x
'Smiling From Within'
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