It's a vicious circle. If we don't think positive we become pessimists... as a pessimist we don't have to be disappointed, but we aren't likely to get good results thinking like that...
Karen, in all reality, I won't. As corny as it sounds, the one thing I've always struggled to hold on to is hope.
Nick, it's not such a terrible secret, is it?
R.E.H., I'm a firm believer in you get what you think you deserve. I don't want to think about what life would look like if I quit hoping for the best.
I read in a book many years ago- "Life ain't fair, and I hope you never thought it would be". A good plan, a few rules, a little luck, and an optimistic outlook is all we can do... The rest just happens!
When you figure out how to do this.... let me know.
ReplyDeleteI always tell my kids the fair is in August.
ReplyDeleteThey don't like that answer either.
If I figure it out first I'll email you and let you know. If you figure it out first, you can do the same. K? ;-)
ReplyDeleteHappy Easter!
I'd like in on that e-mail chain. Maybe if we all put our heads together ...
ReplyDeleteI love your Sunday secrets Dana, they just hit me each and every time and I really should remember to tell you that more often.
its only fair when you win.....
ReplyDeleteNever give up on hope, Dana. Someday it will be your turn.
ReplyDeletei don't think you should change. that quality speaks highly of your character.
ReplyDeleteThat's an excellentb secret to share, Dana! Blessings and shalom to you!
ReplyDeleteIt's a vicious circle. If we don't think positive we become pessimists... as a pessimist we don't have to be disappointed, but we aren't likely to get good results thinking like that...
ReplyDeleteVicious...
I'm in the same boat...
ReplyDeleteDoes fair depend on circustance or perspective?
ReplyDeleteChoice or situations forced upon one?
Be prepared for the worst
hope for the best
then deal with the reality.
right?
Leighann, based on the comments, if I can write a book I'll make millions!
ReplyDeleteJeff, I can't believe I've never heard that one, but I really like it!
Jay, I didn't see any email from you - does that mean I need to keep working on it?
Dianne, I'll add you to the list!
ReplyDeleteDB, so the trick is playing only when you know you can win?
Corky, maybe it already is and I'm just not seeing it?
Karen, in all reality, I won't. As corny as it sounds, the one thing I've always struggled to hold on to is hope.
ReplyDeleteNick, it's not such a terrible secret, is it?
R.E.H., I'm a firm believer in you get what you think you deserve. I don't want to think about what life would look like if I quit hoping for the best.
Birdman, I think we need a bigger boat.
ReplyDeleteSage, I vote perspective! Your point is well taken, and I too, tend to subscribe to the "prepare for the worst, hope for the best" school of thought.
I read in a book many years ago- "Life ain't fair, and I hope you never thought it would be". A good plan, a few rules, a little luck, and an optimistic outlook is all we can do... The rest just happens!
ReplyDeleteToday's a good day to start expecting the best. You'll be surprised how it will change your life!
ReplyDeleteThat would then make you a pessimist....
ReplyDeleteNothing wrong with being a "careful optimist"?
no thats not it....what I meant was winners feel it was fair....its a perspective issue
ReplyDeleteBuff, I've always said it's better to be lucky than good!
ReplyDeleteRLL, you really are a "role model" in that respect. It's one of the things I admire about you!
Slick, yeah ... and I've often thought pessimists take the "easy" way out. It's that "careful" part of optimism I need to work on.
DB, got it! Must be these darn blond highlights I got last week *wink*
ReplyDeleteI stopped expecting good things, and therefore, I'm not disspointed. Now, if something good happens, I'm very surprised and thankful and surprised!
ReplyDeleteok blondie lets get back to nudie pictures I am shallow that way
ReplyDeleteDo it today Dana. You can make anything happen. Cheers!!
ReplyDeleteKeep setting yourself up... I realized that was the only way I was going to grow.
ReplyDeleteDana, I thought Jack Handy was dead?
ReplyDeleteBina, as much as I would like to quit expecting good things, I don't want to quit expecting good things!
ReplyDeleteDB, nekkid-ness is available on Thursdays only!
Matt, I can't read your comments 'cause I'm staring at the beauty of baldness!
Anndi, I know ... I know ... pain is good - but why doesn't this feel as good as a slap on the ass?
ReplyDeleteTMC, I actually had to Google "Jack Handy" How sad is that?