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Purple Hat Wisdom
1/10/2008 8:04:56 AM

In memory of Erma Bombeck who lost her fight with cancer.  Here is an 'angel' sent to watch over you.

 

 

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IF I HAD MY LIFE TO LIVE OVER - by Erma Bombeck
(Written after she found out she was dying from cancer)

 

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I would have gone to bed when I was sick instead of pretending the earth would go into a holding pattern if I weren't there for the day.
 
I would have burned the pink candle sculpted like a rose before it melted in storage.

I would have talked less and listened more.


I would have invited friends over to dinner even if the carpet was stained, or the sofa faded.



I would have eaten the popcorn in the 'good' living room and worried much less about the dirt when someone wanted to light a fire in the fireplace.



I would have taken the time to listen to my grandfather ramble about his youth.



I would have shared more of the responsibility carried by my husband.


I would never have insisted the car windows be rolled up on a summer day because my hair had just been teased and sprayed.



I would have sat on the lawn with my grass stains.


I would have cried and laughed less while watching television and more while watching life.



I would never have bought anything just because it was practical, wouldn't show soil, or was guaranteed to last a lifetime.


Instead of wishing away nine months of pregnancy, I'd have cherished every moment and realized that the wonderment growing inside me was the only chance in life to assist God in a miracle.


When my kids kissed me impetuously, I would never have said, 'Later. Now go get washed up for dinner.'  There would have been more 'I love you's'; more 'I'm sorry's.'


But mostly, given another shot at life, I would seize every minute... look at it and really see it
.. . live it and never give it back.   STOP SWEATING THE SMALL STUFF!!!

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Don't worry about who doesn't like you, who has more, or who's doing what!


Instead, let's cherish the relationships we have with those who do love us.

Let's think about what we have been blessed with, and what we are doing each day to grow ourselves mentally, physically and emotionally.

I hope you have a joyous day!!

Judy

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Re: Purple Hat Wisdom
1/10/2008 8:13:00 AM

Though I have seen this many times before, it struck me a bit differently when I read it today, and had the need to share it with all of you!! 

Be blessed and have a GREAT day!

Judy

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Re: Purple Hat Wisdom
1/10/2008 8:14:14 AM
What a great tribute to a wonderful lady. Thanks Judy for sharing this. Stephen
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Re: Purple Hat Wisdom
1/10/2008 8:28:43 AM

Hi Judy

Thanks for this beautiful tribute I cried as I read it.  My husband has terminal cancer and we are grateful for everyday he has with us.  He believes being positive is a very important part of the fight.

     

God Bless

Fionnuala

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Re: Purple Hat Wisdom
1/10/2008 8:32:56 AM

Hi Stephen,

Thank you so much for visiting.  Life gets in the way - everyday.  A reminder to stop and smell the roses from time to time, is a good thing I think!

Have a great day!

Judy

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