Oh, Laura, this is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. I love it so much. And I'm only adding this because I want to join in:
(With the strict caveat that this does not condone any abusive/obsessive behaviour, or anything that makes anyone miserable) - Loving whole heartedly and joyfully is much happier and much more fun than waiting to be loved.
It's good for morale to master a tiny, deceptively simple but impressive thing, like making your own mayonnaise.
We all need periods of quietness and stillness, but busy, noisy life will always rush in like the tides, and fill in every gap. We need to practise being quiet and still - so we're able to give stillness to ourselves when we need it the most. If you're a reader, you'll always be able to find the stillness you need. And you'll never fear your own company. X
Same, same. I'd often like to (truthfully) say 'sorry, I won't be able to come to your party three months from now because I know I'll be exhausted and need time to rest'! xx
Oh, Laura, this is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. I love it so much. And I'm only adding this because I want to join in:
(With the strict caveat that this does not condone any abusive/obsessive behaviour, or anything that makes anyone miserable) - Loving whole heartedly and joyfully is much happier and much more fun than waiting to be loved.
It's good for morale to master a tiny, deceptively simple but impressive thing, like making your own mayonnaise.
We all need periods of quietness and stillness, but busy, noisy life will always rush in like the tides, and fill in every gap. We need to practise being quiet and still - so we're able to give stillness to ourselves when we need it the most. If you're a reader, you'll always be able to find the stillness you need. And you'll never fear your own company. X
Love love LOVE your list, thank you Daisy! It's so beautifully written too xxx
I also turned 44 last week and loved your list. Thank you 🙏🏼
Yay, happy birthday to you too! Xx
This really speaks to me! Thank you x
Thanks so much for reading, Louise! Any that particularly resonate? xx
Little of wisdom, thanks for sharing!
Thanks for reading! x
I always think I have to find so many reasons to say no - and as with 31. it's rare anyone else cares! XXX
Same, same. I'd often like to (truthfully) say 'sorry, I won't be able to come to your party three months from now because I know I'll be exhausted and need time to rest'! xx
When I wrote a piece about not really liking parties I swear the inviters doubled down!