I like this week's corner view topic "wisdom from an elder". There is so much to be learned, from those who traveled the road before us.
My parents have been good examples of wisdom they shared in words, by examples and silently.
One that is always a reminder and stays close to me, especially as my birthday is approaching. The day I turned 18 when my mom came up to wish me a happy birthday. She pointed to our front door and said "the world is big and can be cruel at times, I have taught you all that I know, now go out there and show me what you learned". I hope I was able to show her what I have learned and that my head was not always in the clouds.
This beautiful illustration is of our door, done by my sweet friend Debra, visit her blog here.
My dad was a quiet man, but his examples spoke clearly. Family was always first for him and he loved to spend time with his. As he grew older, he looked forward to his family coming to visit. He also taught me and my sisters to not only love one another, but to carry that love throughout our door. If someone was a bit challenging his advise was to shower them with extra kindness.
One of my dad's funny words of wisdom for his girls and later on to his grandchildren would be, not to take any wooden nickels. This always gave each of us a chuckle and brings a smile today as I wonder if heaven has any wooden nickels.
The first Christmas without my dad I had some wooden nickels made up and gave everyone their very own bag of wooden nickels.
Hope your day is golden my friends,
Joyce
xo
Spread love everywhere you go; first of all in your own house... let no one ever come to you without leaving better and happier. Be the living expression of God's kindness in your face, kindness in your eyes, kindness in your smile.
~Mother Teresa~
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You are truly blessed having parents like that. I love there words of wisdom and Mother Teresa quote. You certainly haven't had your head in the clouds always I have to say I've learned a lot of life lessons from you. And post like this continue to remind me whats important. I thank you for that. xo
Lovely words, my friend. Sometimes quiet people don´t need lots of words, and your moms words in your 18 birthday, were perfect.
You little Sweetheart~ You are fortunate to have your dear Mom nearby. I miss my Mom every single day. She always offered such sage advice~ I didn't always appreciate it the way I do now. Your Mom has the most loving face~ the apple didn't fall far from the tree here. Have a wonderful day dear.
It's nice that the wise words you remember are those your parents told you. The wooden nickels are a sweet and funny memory.
they sound wonderful. now i see where you get it from. have a great day joyce. kisses!
Beautiful wisdom, thanks for sharing. Love the Mother Teresa quote too.
such a wonderful way to start my day! thanks for sharing such wonderful memories of your parents....
xoxo
your parents did a wonderful job raising such a thoughtful and caring women. i think actions speak much louder than words, too. their advice is very wise, no surprise, and i love the quote from mother theresa. your photos are dear and the painting is wonderful. enjoy your day, joyce.
What a beautiful quote. And what a beautiful family. I always enjoy your corner, Joyce.
what a beautiful post.
Your parents sound like wonderful people, and you are right. We learn so much from them!!! Love the drawing of your door! Have a great day, Joyce!
What a beautiful post and wonderful parents.
Your parents gave you great wisdom and you so generously share that great example with others. I have never personally met you but can feel the love in your heart across many miles. You have personally helped me many days get through difficult challenges. Bless you. Thank you for you. xoxoxo
dear joyce
what a wise parents!!!
and what a beautiful surprise you made to your family at christmas. hope this year be fukk of joy to you and your whole family.
i miss you too
have an amazing day!!!
ps. my birhtday is 25/02.
Hi Joyce, what a lovely post. It is funny, my dad said the same thing about wooden nickles.
I just love that quote from Mother Teresa, so true!
XOXO
Oh how wonderful-- both of them! Your parents sound like great people and they've certainly passed on good info :)
A great family is more than a luck, it's a ticket for happiness ;) XoXo
I liked the extra kindness and the wooden nickels.
Thank you for the uplifting post, Joyce! You are a reflection of all the good things you have been taught! xo
Wise words and love your door by Deb! Have a wonderful day, and I give you permission to have your head in the clouds.
pve
This is truly beautiful...between your lovely learned wisdom and the photo of your puppy my, typing has become blurry.
You sound like a perfect example of the wisdom given to you and I like the MT quote as well.
I am very sorry for the loss of your puppy...xoxo
Hi Joyce,
I enjoyed reading your post. I did not grow up with any grnadparents so I am always intrigued to learn from other people's elder family members. This was a sweet tribute to your family. Always so thoughtful.
I'm glad I don't have any wooden nickels. Good wisdom from your parents; you are blessed. You obviously have taken their advice to go out the door and spread goodness.
I love your Mother Teresa quote. Talk about wisdom, peace, and devotion... Your parents seem like wonderful people. I too am lucky to have good parents. It's truly a blessing.
Have a good day!
What a wonderful tribute to your parents.
smart mamma and beautiful tribute to your dad, joyce. thank you.
nicola
http://whichname.blogspot.com
wonderful words .... I love your bags of wooden nickels :)
Your bags of wooden nickels are perhaps the sweetest and most clever gift ever! I may have to "borrow" it. You are blessed to have had your life road paved by such wise architects...your parents sound like amazing people.
And I love the Mother Teresa quote (that little lady had some great ones, didn't she? :-)
your parents left you with some very valuable gifts ...
Your parents sound wonderful! I love what your mom told you, so simple, so true. just perfect!
I feel the love here....
Your Christmas gift (wooden nickels) made me cry.
Beautiful Joyce, XXX, Carmie.
Surely your parents passed on lots of wisdom and love to you, thank you for sharing it with us:)
xo
Oh Joyce, what a touching post! Wish I would have been blessed with a parents like yours... You are a fortunate person, and for what I came to know you through our "conversations" on the blog, you are just the nice person they intended to grow up!
Have a nice day
How lucky you are to have such beautiful memories. Your dad certainly instilled some wise ideas inside of you. I love Mother Teresa's quote. I copied it put it here beside my computer. Thank you for sharing.
Beautiful, Joyce! I love the gift you gave out! So special and very thoughtful!
Happy Weekend!
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