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Irish Quotes to send some positive wishes

Laura Siner — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 20:45:06 +0000

In NYC, and many other areas, we are getting close enough to spring to start eagerly awaiting its signs. Little streams running here and there as the snow melts away. A day when a hat and gloves seem optional. Maybe the sight of a brave crocus or other early-season flower emerging. And wait, is that perhaps a bud on that tree?

However, to the question of “Are we there yet?” the answer is, unfortunately, “No”. We need to hang on just a little longer before the sun is slightly stonger, the breeze milder, and the flowers and trees start to peek out from hibernation.

While we wait for these positive signs, here are some positive wishes to fill this seasonal hump period. With St. Patrick’s Day a couple of weeks away, a few upbeat messages from the Green Isle that might offer a whiff of spring for your spirits.

As sure as there are leprechauns to make a wish come true, tis nothing but the happiest of days I’m wishing you.

Like the shamrocks of Old Ireland may your joys grow all year through- and Irish luck and laughter be a part of all you do.

Lucky stars above you, sunshine on your way, many friends to love you, joy in work and play- laughter to outweigh each care, in your heart a song- and gladness waiting everywhere all your whole life long!

Many blessings to cheer you each day the year through and the luck of the Irish in all that you do.

Here’s hoping we’ve seen the last snowstorm, spring is on a fast track, and you are at least feeling sunny wherever you are.

If you’ve got a favorite positive/sunny message please add a comment and share it below.

A special message for your Valentine’s Day gift

Laura Siner — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 03:25:09 +0000

With Valentine’s Day just a couple of weeks away, I’m beginning to see hearts in shop windows and a lot more red and pink about. Of course there are those who do their best to ignore the hearts and flowers and breathe a sigh of relief when we reach the second half of February. On the other hand, many take Valentine’s Day as an opportunity (or maybe a reminder?) to tell those we love how much we care. But, what to do if words don’t come easily? Borrow from those with a gift for poetry and romance.

Here’s a few messages that could make a Valentine’s Day gift even more special.

Doubt thou the stars are fire, doubt that the sun doth move, doubt truth to be a liar but never doubt that I love.

–William Shakespeare

Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength,
While loving someone deeply gives you courage.

–Lao Tzu

Love doesn’t make the world go ’round; love is what makes the ride worthwhile.

–Franklin P. Jones

A kiss is a lovely trick designed by nature to stop speech when words become superfluous.

–Ingrid Bergman

If you are a natural romantic with a gift for words and poetry, you can write your own message (or series of messages). Have them each wrapped inside a rich fudge brownie to be discovered with each delicious treat.

A little inspiration

Laura Siner — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 20:38:58 +0000

I think most would agree that there has been far too much discouraging news of late. With just about everyone facing some sort of increased difficulty these days and many goals and dreams placed further out of reach, I decided I’d post a few inspirational quotes. Just a few thoughts that might provide an extra little boost to help maintain our spirits and the determination to keep plugging forward.

I don’t think of all the misery but of the beauty that still remains. — Anne Frank

Do the one thing you think you cannot do. Fail at it. Try again. Do better the second time. The only people who never tumble are those who never mount the high wire. This is your moment. Own it. — Oprah Winfrey

Start by doing what’s necessary, then what’s possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible. — Saint Francis

Creativity, the ultimate problem blaster

Laura Siner — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 05:30:35 +0000

Everywhere we look there is bad news about the economy and significant challenges to be faced. Governments, businesses, arts organizations, families, and individuals are all hunkering down to get through this difficult patch. The situation is serious, but, regardless, we must stay positive and hopeful so we can push on through. More than ever, we need to muster our creative energy to find new ways to tackle the problems we face.

Creativity can solve almost any problem. The creative act, the defeat of habit by originality, overcomes everything. –George Lois

We often hear that we need to be practical and pragmatic during times like these and that may be true, but if so, let it be a creative pragmatism that will open up new possibilities as it gets us past current problems.

No Resolutions for 2009

Laura Siner — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:11:36 +0000

It’s that time of year when many of us think about resolutions or goals for the new year. Over the past several years I’ve taken to setting intentions for the year rather than resolutions. With intentions, I can continually remind myself of what I want in my life and renew my intentions at certain points in the year if need be. There’s never the feeling that a resolution has been “broken”, which can too easily lead to abandoning the idea altogether.

Here’s another take on approaching the New Year. I like this one quite a bit too.

Forget the resolutions. Forget control and discipline…too much work. Instead try experimenting. Go in search of something to fall in love with…something about yourself, your career, your spouse. — Dale Dauten

So often the impulse when trying to improve and enrich our lives is to clamp down and work harder to change something we feel doesn’t measure up. What if we instead more fully embraced what is great in our lives?

Whether you decide to make resolutions, set intentions, or more fully embrace what you love about your life, may 2009 be a fulfilling and fabulous year for you!

Play and pure foolishness

Laura Siner — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 19:20:15 +0000

Given that inspirational or thought-provoking quotes are included in each individually wrapped Sweet Muse brownie, it is understandable that occasionally people ask me what my favorite quote is. Frequently when they do, I stammer, “Uh, hmmm, well…” because there are so many that I love and trying to think of just one puts me into momentary brain lock.

But, I’d love to share favorite quotes on this blog, giving myself, and everyone who might wish to play along, ample time to consider the choices.

This first one I have taped above my desk. “Each day, and the living of it, has to be a conscious creation in which discipline and order are relieved with some play and pure foolishness.” — May Sarton

I like this quote because it reminds me that even though I might need to hunker down and make things happen on any given day, I must always remember to leave at least a little room for spontaneous play, a silly joke, a walk in the park, or a favorite treat and not take myself or my work too seriously. I don’t always adhere to the advice, but the quote helps to remind me to take breaks from the serious stuff each day to laugh and enjoy and to not put these simple pleasures off. With that, I think I’ll go take a moment to play!