“Marvelous things” are behaviors that you can develop to make your life more marvelous.
*Displaying manners at all times. This makes you a person that people like to have around. People see that you put others' feeling ahead of your own – you are not catty, selfish, etc.
*Knowing your etiquette – allows you to feel comfortable in all situations.
*Being well put-together. You never know who you will see – this means clean/neat/pressed. This shows that you think well of yourself and others – you are aware of others – it does not mean being at the height of “fashion”.
*Developing a happy outlook about your life – people will gravitate to you because you are happy and have a positive outlook about life and life’s situation. No one likes a “downer”.
*Being someone who is kind and generous in spirit.
*Having a sense of humor (that does not depend on getting laughs by teasing others).
All these attributes you can develop to enrich your world with friends and life experiences. To be a happy camper is truly a marvelous way to live. What does your deportment say about you? Written by MaryCatherine, posted by Esther
Monday, May 31, 2010
Saturday, May 22, 2010
MARVELOUS FINDS: Here is a (growing) list of marvelous finds – things to make your life marvelous in every way!
It's easy being green (and eating green) with LunchSkins by 3greenmoms. Ditch the plastic baggies and pack food in these adorable, reusable sandwich bags.
Lands' End Pocket Dress - Love dresses...here are a few that are perfect for the summer
http://canvas.landsend.com/
http://www.target.com/
Blue Book of Stationery
http://www.amazon.com/
Chanel No. 5 - a great signature scent
http://www.chanel.com/
Tod's Gommini Moccasino – stylish casual shoes - no more fllip-flops
http://www.neimanmarcus.com/
Hermes Scarves
http://usa.hermes.com/
Shoe Shine Kits
http://shoeshinekit.com/
Personalized calling cards and a case
http://www.neimanmarcus.com/
Guest gifts- something unique to your town
http://www.aprespeau.com/
Dark mandarin chocolate pearls - great indulgence
http://www.godiva.com/
Tea and talking go hand in hand
http://store.barrys-tea.com/
Opi Nail Polish for hands and toe
http://www.nailpolishdiva.com/
Arm and hammer baking soda - use to whiten teeth
http://www.armandhammer.com/
Burberry trench coats http://us.burberry.com/
tic tacs - No need to chew gum in public...ever
http://www.tictacusa.com/
Mont blanc pens
http://www.globalgiants.com/
Crane stationery
http://www.crane.com/
Champagne - Add some bubbly to your day
http://www.veuve-clicquot.com/
Waterford Crystal 12 days of Christmas champagne flutes
http://www.neimanmarcus.com/
Caual table linens
http://www.williams-sonoma.com/
Pashminas
http://www.thepashminastore.com/
Greek yogurt
http://www.stonyfield.com/
Flaxseed - richest source of omega fatty acids and lignans (potent cancer fighters) known in nature; great immune function; helps with weight management
http://www.whfoods.com/
Gelato - less fat and sugar than ice-cream
http://boccato.com/
Jane Austen book (compilation) and the movie
http://www.amazon.com/
Unique hostess gifts - soaps
http://www.cambriacove.com/
Pecan turtles http://www.deandeluca.com/
Kenneth Cole Handbags - Day and Evening
http://www.kennethcole.com/
Beautiful Aprons for Entertaining
http://www.cambriacove.com/
Cellex C Serum - for beautiful skin - combine with a Retin-A prescription
http://lovelyskin.com/
Best Dry Shampoo Ever - no time for a hair wash? No problem
http://www.theall-nighter.com/
The Vermont Store: Everything Natural and Old Fashion That You Need – from soaps to cotton hand gloves
http://www.vermontcountrystore.com/
Life Extensions - great site for nutrition, health and wellness
https://www.lef.org/
Beauty Products Mecca
http://www.sephora.com/
Stunning Beddinghttp://www.serenaandlily.com/
Day Planner and Organizershttp://store.franklinplanner.com/
Personalized Self-Inking Stamp
http://www.cambriacove.com/
Monday, May 17, 2010
MARVELOUSLY WELL-ENTERTAINING
It's not much fun to sing Happy Birthday to yourself; it is so much more enjoyable to have family and friends surrounding us while they sing and rejoice in our life. And who else can really appreciate where we've come from than those who knew us when? Consequently, we invite our closest family and friends to share our special events with us.
People will say, entertaining is so much work, why bother? Yes it is work but what a great feeling you have when you have entertained in style and everyone has had a great time. We all like to have special times in our lives. I do believe that unless you make it special for yourself no one else will. Spoil yourself, spoil your family and friends and those who you want to be your friends. Let it be common knowledge that you think highly of others and they are worthy of your time and efforts.
Work on your tablescape. Why what a pretty, appealing table! The food will taste so much better when presented with care. Why wait to use your favorite dishes? Why use paper napkins? Break out the linen; you have them, use them. When you treat others as being special and worth your time and effort to provide them with the best possible environment you can, will they not return the favor? Yes, most will.
When you are preparing your food for your party, prepare enough to serve your family the week following the party; spoil yourself with planned leftovers. This way you'll reward yourself for a job well-done when you serve the leftovers during the days that follow; you have made yourself special, you have been thoughtful to yourself, is this not a marvelous thing?
What is the answer to why we entertain? Everyone will have their own answers but to me, I think that it nourishes my soul by allowing me to connect with others on more intimate bases. I find that I am given an education in human behavior, my guests keep me informed not only with what is going on in their lives, but what society is up to as well. My family and friends are generous with their ideas and feeling so they keep me inspired, keep me in awe of whom and what they are. So many times my family and friends lift my spirit, they help me to move forward in my life; because of them I have knowledge, I have grown not only intellectually but emotionally as well. I have had my opinions changed and I have changed the opinion of others. I have become more broad-minded with my listening, I think this is how society moves forward with new information. We are kept updated with the news of what is happening with society. Where would I be, if I did not entertain?
I certainly would not have nearly the joy I have; I am marvelously well-entertained and educated by my family and friends. How fun it is to be educated while we share a good laugh, a strong hug, a few tears, and a good repast, hear good stories and feel loved and cherished. How marvelous is this?
People will say, entertaining is so much work, why bother? Yes it is work but what a great feeling you have when you have entertained in style and everyone has had a great time. We all like to have special times in our lives. I do believe that unless you make it special for yourself no one else will. Spoil yourself, spoil your family and friends and those who you want to be your friends. Let it be common knowledge that you think highly of others and they are worthy of your time and efforts.
Work on your tablescape. Why what a pretty, appealing table! The food will taste so much better when presented with care. Why wait to use your favorite dishes? Why use paper napkins? Break out the linen; you have them, use them. When you treat others as being special and worth your time and effort to provide them with the best possible environment you can, will they not return the favor? Yes, most will.
When you are preparing your food for your party, prepare enough to serve your family the week following the party; spoil yourself with planned leftovers. This way you'll reward yourself for a job well-done when you serve the leftovers during the days that follow; you have made yourself special, you have been thoughtful to yourself, is this not a marvelous thing?
What is the answer to why we entertain? Everyone will have their own answers but to me, I think that it nourishes my soul by allowing me to connect with others on more intimate bases. I find that I am given an education in human behavior, my guests keep me informed not only with what is going on in their lives, but what society is up to as well. My family and friends are generous with their ideas and feeling so they keep me inspired, keep me in awe of whom and what they are. So many times my family and friends lift my spirit, they help me to move forward in my life; because of them I have knowledge, I have grown not only intellectually but emotionally as well. I have had my opinions changed and I have changed the opinion of others. I have become more broad-minded with my listening, I think this is how society moves forward with new information. We are kept updated with the news of what is happening with society. Where would I be, if I did not entertain?
I certainly would not have nearly the joy I have; I am marvelously well-entertained and educated by my family and friends. How fun it is to be educated while we share a good laugh, a strong hug, a few tears, and a good repast, hear good stories and feel loved and cherished. How marvelous is this?
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