Tuesday, March 15, 2011

A Lesson in Happiness

I love the earnest, wholehearted energy this little grandson of mine invests in everything he does...even turning lemons into lemonade. We could all take a happiness lesson from him, couldn't we? (scroll down for poem)

A Lesson in Happiness


When things don't seem to go our way,


we fret and frown and sadly say


that nothing in this world is fair,


then throw our hands up in the air.

Far brighter will our outcome be,

if we exert some industry

and do something our cause to aid.


(Like turn lemons to lemonade.)


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38 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 15, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Love the picture of your sweet grandson. The only way to live is turning lemons into lemonade. Very nice poem sweet Sue. Hugs

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  2. Brian MillerMarch 15, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    smiles. lovely little verse to brighten our day...yes i think there is something to learn here...

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  3. LeAnnMarch 15, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Sue, as usual I loved this post. The pictures were awesome especially your sweet grandon and the thoughts brought a smile to my face. I love turning lemons into lemonade.
    Blessings to you! LeAnn

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  4. Lisa LooMarch 15, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Cute verse--but I am so in love with that picture of your Grandson! Its another one of those that you can look at and think of something different every time! Plus his busy face is just too cute. Thanx for sharing!

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  5. anitamombanitaMarch 15, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    he's a doll! :)

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  6. DanyelleMarch 15, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Oh goodness, you captured the moment and his determination so well.

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  7. DarleneMarch 15, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    That is so cute Sue, both the picture of Bryce and the poem. I loved them both. I want that picture on my wall and I have no more wall. Whatever am I to do? You are the one that inspired me to put pictures on my hallway walls. What happens when YOU run out of wall space?

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  8. R MontalbanMarch 15, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    and see a glass as half full and not empty :-)

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  9. UnknownMarch 15, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    Ummmmm lemonade!

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  10. Secret Mom ThoughtsMarch 15, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Sweet photo of your grandson.

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  11. Gina KleinworthMarch 15, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Thanks for the smiles today Sue!!!!

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  12. WendyMarch 15, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    We love lemons and lemonade around here.

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  13. Grandma HoneyMarch 15, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    That poem is really cute, but I like seeing Brycie best of all!

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  14. DuckyMarch 15, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Such focus he has! I love moments captured like these.

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  15. 4 Lettre WordsMarch 15, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    This is so awesome, Sue! That 1st pic is precious.

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  16. - Jessi -March 15, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    What a cute post and there is much truth in it. I also like the name of your blog, it's so cute.

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  17. SaraMarch 15, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    So cute! What a great post

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  18. LisaluluMarch 15, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    wonderful! SMILES for everyone!! a great motto!

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  19. UnknownMarch 15, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Cute! Thanks for my lesson in happiness!!
    Perfect for a Monday!

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  20. VKMarch 15, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    Great way of looking at life.
    What an adorable pix of your grandson.

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  21. Actuary MomMarch 15, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    A great way to look at life!

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  22. CBMarch 15, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Great post - We definately cannot sit around watching the grass grow can we? Life is for living!

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  23. StefMarch 15, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    Could I just have a little sip of that lemonade?? Looks so yummy.

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  24. MarlaMarch 15, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Wonderful words of wisdom. :)

    Marla @ www.blueskiesphotoblog.com

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  25. yayaMarch 15, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    After having a cooking session with my Grandson, I have to love your post, your pics and the poem. What a cutie he is! I've learned much from these smart little people!

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  26. UnknownMarch 15, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    I'm at my moms house in northern cali and the weather is HORRIBLE! We had big plans to visit the beach and hike but we can barely get out of the house. We're trying to make lemonades out of lemons. Hope I can keep my attitude up!

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  27. CourtneyMarch 15, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    Very inspiring, Sue! I enjoyed it!

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  28. FYHMarch 16, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    What a handsome grandson you have...beautiful shots!

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  29. GretchenMarch 16, 2011 at 5:00 AM

    Great shot of your grandson... great post! =D

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  30. Liz MaysMarch 16, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    Yes! That's a much better alternative!

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  31. karenMarch 16, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    Yes. Perfect. Love the picture of Bryce. I had my testimony of faith combined with patience confirmed yesterday as you know. There is ALWAYS that best path for us. Sometimes its just unexpected. I guess its human to despair when our plans don't come to fruition. But now I'll (hopefully) always remember that there is a better plan out there. Keep working, don't lose hope, and be patient.

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  32. Moments and ImpressionsMarch 16, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    oh goodness - him making lemonade is perfect!

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  33. JessMarch 16, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    He's such a cute boy- and he already has life figured out.

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  34. AmyMarch 16, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    I like that. I have been feeling down in the dumps, and that was just perfect to help me see things otherwise. Thank you, Sue!

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  35. SusanMarch 16, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    What a good helper! I love lemons! Especially in lemon bars.

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  36. AmesMarch 16, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    This was lovely Sue. And your grandson is adorable!~Ames

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  37. EmMarch 18, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    when brennan doesn't want to do something, like eat dinner, he will say, "i give up." it's pretty funny. especially bc he doesn't understand that what he is saying doesn't really apply to what he is talking about;)

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  38. UnknownMarch 19, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    great poem and important lesson.

    do you think that pic with the ant and cracker is real? hmmm...!

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