I bought a card recently for my daughter that said, "In my daughter I see myself reflected, only better." The funny thing is, my Mom bought the same exact card for me. I guess this is probably true for all Moms. We see our smile in hers, our sense of humor, or impatience. We relive our youth through her various dance recitals, prom gown shopping, and recall our very first broken heart as we rub her back and dry her tears.
When I was asked to consider the question: What is the most important thing you want for your daughter? My answer was simply, for her to always follow her heart. It's her inner compass. If she stays true to herself she will always find happiness.
What is the most important thing you would like your daughter, (or son), to know?
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Debby, under the glamour of your beautiful pics lie the most poignant posts - there is a lot more to you than meets the eye.
ReplyDeleteGood morning beautiful! Your post MIRRORS mine in so many ways. As I was pondering what I would post about, this idea came to me, but in an unexpected way.
ReplyDeleteI have no children, but if I did, I would want them to know that they are truly loved so that they can have the confidence to turn around and TRULY LOVE BACK, with no reservations or doubts.
Enjoy a week full of POSITIVE and wonderful possibilities to shine, shine, SHINE! Anita
Beautiful post. I have been blessed with two sons, to whom I constantly tell how crazy about them I am... not just totally love them, but really like them as they are fun, generous, loving.
ReplyDeleteI miss my daughter so much. It is really hard to have her living on the other side of the world. It has been almost a year since I have seen her and hugged her. Cherish each moment, ladies, it goes by so quickly!!
ReplyDeleteLove this wonderful message. I don't have a daughter but for my sons I am always advising them to think big, aim high and never give up on their dreams. I do believe they can do anything. I always let them know we are here for them unconditionally and that we love them for who they are. I focus on their postiive attributes of which there are many and do my best to let them know how much they are cherished.
ReplyDeleteYou are loved. Unconditionally, and always. That is what I have always made sure my son and daughter have known. But to my daughter, probably this; you are much stronger than you think you are.
ReplyDeleteThis is so true, I am such a true reflection of my own mom as my daugher is of me. The one thign i tell her constantly is to treat others as she wants and expects to be treated. She is a remarkable girl and on a daily basis I am so proud to be her mom (as I am of my other kids)
ReplyDeleteI love the first photo - the chandelier and collection of different shaped mirrors creates a stunning look. What a beautiful message in the card you bought.
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I always tell ALL my kids how much we love them and always focus on one or two qualites that they have that makes them unique and special and that we cherish about them. I also make sure that my kids know that we are always here to listen, in a non judgmental way and we really do follow through with that, if they are willing to talk and open up to us, we will listen and not judge, so far we are blessed to have really great relationships with our kids.
ReplyDeleteSuch a gorgeous post- for me, it's that they are loved...no matter what:)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the article for House of Fifty. You deserve it Debbie. Your blog is amazing!
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful images, Debby! Congratulations on House of Fifty. Enjoyed reading it as always!
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Teresa
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THE most important thing I wish for my daughter - whew. Just one is hard.
ReplyDeleteI hope that as she goes through her life, reaching for her dreams, she is able to manage the bumps, disappointments and hardships with a strong heart. That she will be able to pick herself up, shake off the dust and continue on with an open and hopeful heart. I think having the skills to get through the "junk" is one of the great keys to a joyful life. I also hope she finds someone who will love and treasure her as much as we do.
Interesting how I can think of a million things I hope and wish for her and so few for myself.
What a beautiful post! I am glad I found your blog this morning! I have two daughters that I adore to pieces! I always tell them that true beauty begins inside your heart, treat others the way you would want to be treated and to always know that I love them from the moon and back and that will never change.
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I so agree with Tabitha says. You are a fountain of beauty and inspiration. Chandeliers and mirrors are also my weakness.
ReplyDeleteTo believe in herself, that's where her strengths lies
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Debby, I have said the exact words to my daughter. We do see our reflection in our daughters {only better}. Empowering our daughters to follow their instincts is such an important lesson. When I was teaching birthing classes years ago, I remember so many young women feeling overwhelmed at the thought of becoming mothers. Part of that was due to so much in-put from others. I recall asking parents-to-be to read, listen, take it all in.. and then do what you feel is best. Such an important lesson !
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your day! We have our first day of 70 degree weather so I have to hurry up and run out to get a little vitamin D!!
leslie
Im going to check out House of Fifty now, you are the perfect addition for that question!
ReplyDeleteGood question Debby!! Not having any daughters I will defer to my granddaughter.....
ReplyDeleteI pray that she always keeps God as her focus, to realize that God sees her inner beauty and in the end others will too.
The day she was born I told my son," You are her first mirror, she will see herself as you see her!" He adores her and she is this wonderfully happy child, inside and out!!!
How sweet, Debby! You have one wonderful family. The love and respect you have for each other is so heartwarming.
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If I have a daughter I'd want her to be happy and healthy : ) Beautiful post, Debbie! As always : )
ReplyDeleteGood evening, beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThank you SO much for your visit and lovely comment. It means so much to me that my writing can spark a tear to flow....BLESS YOU! Anita
A lovely post. I have two sons, and now a precious baby granddaughter (well...she's 4). I'm keenly aware of my responsibility (since I am blessed to be a constant part of her life) to help her parents to raise her to be strong and to know her heart. Oh, what an awesome responsibility and privilege! Thank you for the food for thought. ~Zuni
ReplyDeleteI love the new design!! Hope you're having a fabulous week!!
ReplyDeletePS did you ever get that job? I'd love to hear about it!
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Sharon