As I look out my screen door today, it has come to my attention that there is a growing resentment against blogs and Facebook pictures and stories. The article I read referred to this as Compare and Despair and I will admit I have experienced this. You look at all the beautiful photos and read all the lovely stories and you feel a little below par as you sit in your pajamas with uncombed hair at 11am . I have to remind myself that social media is not a real representation of our lives. The "hyper-glee" that is reflected in social media is a difficult thing for anyone to display or sustain. We tend either to only post about the very best things in our lives or the folks that always have a negative attitude about life (which no one wants to read). I mean no harm.
The path I want to follow is an interactive blog where I want you to tell me what is going on in your life. I live a very peaceful life - not a lot of excitement but I prefer it that way. My house is a normal house in a normal neighborhood - no bells and whistles here. My family is beautiful and normal. We experience all the good and bad things that life offers. Some days I am happy, some days I am blue, and some days I am reflective. I am so thankful to be retired and able to do the things that make me happy. I am content - I am at peace with myself and my experiences and I think that is a successful life. This blog is meant to share fun crafts, cooking, decorating, collections, etc. Please comment and let me know what is happening in your lives.
FYI - Please visit my ETSY shop (address on the sidebar) to look over the vintage items I have for sale. As the holiday season approaches, remember vintage books and items make very thoughtful gifts - especially for those hard to buy for folks. I have a lot of items not in the shop. If you are looking for something specific just let me know and I will check my inventory.
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