That Inspirational Girl: #32 Life Lived Colorfully







I think Ernest Hemingway said it best when he said, "Live the full life of the mind, exhilarated by new ideas, intoxicated by the romance of the unusual." The only thing blocking the path of the life we want to lead is our self. When the impossible presents itself, decide how you can turn it into a probability. Don't be deterred by the bumps in the road, as there will be many. Don't listen to the people who tell you that you can't accomplish or change something, that is their insecurity speaking, not yours. Go ahead and turn those darn lemons into lemonade!

What small step are you taking today to make your dreams and goals a reality?


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24 comments :

  1. I'll be loading some new pillows on my website today...hey it's for my business and it makes me happy. Not great leaps but it's something!

    Happy Monday!
    XX
    Debra~

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  2. Love the message...something we all need to remember. I have dedicated 2012 to making it a year of "doing" not thinking or wondering....and getting the online store was one of the first things on my list, which I have done, feels great.....life is one big risk, somethings will work out, others not but I never want to be too old to do anything and look back and wonder what if..........hope you had a happy Easter Debby! Missed being around in blogland:)

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  3. Going to the gym so I can enter my 40s feeling better than ever. Does that count? :)

    Happy Monday, Debby! xoxo

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  4. great post Debby! I hope you had a wonderful weekend :)

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  5. "Intoxicated by the romance of the unusual"....love that phrase! This is a wonderful post from pictures to words! Thanks!! Enjoy your Monday!

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  6. I always love your message and your beautiful photos! I am definitely inspired in 2012 and have been doing all sorts of new things ... and cannot believe it is already April!! Let's keep it moving forward!!

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  7. This is a great message to start the week with Debby...Thank you, as always, for the inspiration and the beauty!!! Hope you had a wonderful Easter weekend!!!

    Have a GREAT day!!!

    Patti

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  8. Beautiful photos and words to start the week!!! Ah yes ... I think I have made more lemon aid these past few years than in my whole life prior..LOL... But through it all I am learning and taking small steps into acceptance ... the sooner we accept that what we can not change , we become free to put our energy, heart and soul into the wonderful new adventures that will emerge. (I know at times easier said than done... but I do try to remind myself often).

    Wishing you a beautiful week!! Hugs, HHL

    P.S. gave you and Jen a little shout out on my blog...xo

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  9. Beautiful images, and fabulous advice, Debby!!
    Happy Monday.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  10. Great post! I've made 2012 the year of me and I have been writing down my goals and their progress as I go. I'm happy to say I accomplished 2 this past week! Others will take longer, but it's all baby steps towards greatness. :)

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  11. Every girl is so different but I find myself wanting to be each one. Always inspires.

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  13. Another amazing and inspiring post this is!! I used to say, "When live gives me lemons I like to make lemonade with vodka!" I also love the collage, it's gorgeous! Have a great day!
    xo
    Sharon

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  14. One breath taking photo after another, followed by a beautiful arrangement of words. What a lovely post! I spent the better part of this morning writing on change that I will be posting soon. I hope you are enjoying the day!

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  15. jus trying to savour and enjoy life as it comes, and trying to make it better step by step. Lovely post Debby, as always xo

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  16. I so want to be THAT girl!!! I just love that you always seem to have a message that resonates at that very moment!

    Thank you for the beauty in your words and your pictures!!
    xoxo Elizabeth

    ps: I do believe in love at first "cupcake" sighting! :)

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  17. Yes ma'am! I do agree. And when lemonade isn't sweet enough, add a little Passion Fruit Tea to it for a wonderful twist on the traditional Arnold Palmer. Sip away, and life is truly grand! ;)

    Love this post!
    Keri

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  18. Very inspiring words Debby. My small step is letting my imagination run wild at times.

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  20. Great reminder that we should always have goals and objectives, and that it's never too late to make a change or start something new. Besides using a to-do list, I am determined to be more willing to put myself out there regardless of my personal insecurities.

    Also I love that skirt at the top! I'd like to get a pleated skirt but I'm concerned it will make me look hippy.. I usually go for the more tailored look to hold everything in :)

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  21. I want to be this girl!
    And I love that Shakespeare quote xo

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  22. "Don't listen to the people who tell you that you can't accomplish or change something, that is their insecurity speaking, not yours"... wow that is going on my bulletin board... AMAZING! It is so true, the greatest gift you will ever receive is the gift of loving and believing in yourself. Debby you are so talented! your image arrangements are matched with the perfect words that never fail to strike curiosity, wonder, and inspiration!

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  23. I am so late.....Debby thank you for visiting me!! AND YOUR BLOG LOOKS SO WONDERFUL AND FRESH!!! Anita

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  24. I just fell in love with that orange skirt... and I'm not a person who wears orange!

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