What I Know For Sure

We need to do things that will make us feel better about ourselves.  This is so important for our emotional well-being.  And then when we feel better on the inside we look better on the outside.  Yes, getting a manicure and pedicure will make you feel better and look better, but I think we need to do more. 

What I Know For Sure

"Life is an open door to all that is possible. And that's a powerful thing." states Oprah in the October issue of "The Oprah Magazine".

"What I Know for Sure"

Beautiful nature does not have a problem with transformation.  Day transforms into night and then into day again.  One season changes into the next then into the next.  People have a much harder time changing.  We talk about changing for the better but sometimes do little to make that change.  There are so many ways that we can better ourselves.  I can name a few......eating healthier, working out (even if you start with small steps like marching in place or turning on the radio and dancing),  finding enjoyment in reading books,  taking a walk in your neighborhood and looking around at all the beauty, reaching out to a person in need, donating clothing to a charity, etc.

It is important to be the best that we can be.  Old Japanese proverb - "Fall down 7 times - get up 8".  If there are issues in the way of our changing then we have to address them.  We cannot leave things to fester and grow.  As Oprah states: "Rocks unattended turn into mounds, and then mountains".  We cannot ignore problems.  Even if we take baby steps and  chip away little by little we will make progress.  Reaching your potential is important.  We can do wonderful things!  "I'm talking about the real deal" says Oprah.  "Whose life did you touch?"   " This I know for sure is what matters.  For me, it's the only goal worth aiming for: a transformation of consciousness that allows me to know that I am no better or worse than any other being.  That I simply am."  Yes we all have it within us to reach out and better ourselves.  If we do fall down we must get up and try, try, try again.  Never give up!!!!! 

xoxo Elyse 

Quotes from "Oprah" magazine

"What I Know for Sure"

Hi Ladies,
What can you say about Oprah Winfrey? That she is amazing, awesome, beautiful, kind, giving, compassionate, smart, straight forward. You don't have to say her last name. She is Oprah, our friend. Oprah is the voice of reason. She is everything wonderful in this crazy world that we live in. If I could meet one celebrity it would be Oprah Winfrey. I don't get to watch her shows as often as I would like. With working full time and chores, errands and blogging it is a treat to get to watch The Oprah Show. But I do love my Oprah magazine. I must admit that each month I get so excited when I am in the supermarket or CVS and I see the new issue of the Oprah Magazine! It is the only magazine that I buy! The O magazine is so chock full of great advice, encouraging words, inspiring stories, fashion and make-up tips, etc. I find comfort in my copy of The Oprah Magazine. I read it for days and days, every bit of information. I also will admit that the first page that I read is the last page.....The famous...."WHAT I KNOW FOR SURE." In some of my low moments Oprah has put things into perspective for me. A few months ago Oprah talked about her interview with Charla Nash, the woman who was brutally attacked by her friend's chimpanzee. Charla Nash talked about how she looks forward to getting better and stronger. How can you ever complain about anything after hearing this brave woman's story. Thank you Oprah for bringing it to us. I just got my August issue and as usual turned to the last page. Oprah talks about how she likes a bargain just like anyone else. She goes on to explain how she has bought cars and houses and many things for her friends and family over the years. "I get a lot of pleasure from bringing pleasure, and I love using money to help others create a better life for themselves. But even the greatest gifts lose their value over time. I know for sure that the best deal is an investment in the things that will sustain your joy." I think that I might have just had an Aha! moment. I think that I understand what Oprah is saying. This blog that I am doing requires a lot of time. Right now it is 1:30 a.m. and I am still typing away. But it brings me joy so I am going to continue to be the best blogger that I can be!
Ladies.....please, please, please try to find something that brings you joy. A walk outside, a good book to read, The Oprah Magazine, coffee with a friend, etc. Us ladies over 50 have to stick together and encourage each other to be the best that we can be. How wonderful to have role models like Oprah Winfrey. She is truly amazing! I know that I cannot compare my little blog to building a school for girls in South Africa but this blog is something that I am building and it makes me smile.
Ladies....if you could sit down and have coffee with a celebrity who would it be? I'm going for coffee with Oprah, my friend!!!
Talk soon.......Elyse Rose