Don't Sweat The Small Stuff

In my email today, I received this from a dear friend of my daughter's who recently suffered a family tragedy of her own. I found it compelling that she can pick herself up and find some inspiration to trudge ahead in life. God Bless!

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

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!!!

Comments

Mental P Mama said…
Amen, there is much inspiration out there. Sending good thoughts to your friend.
I really miss Erma Bombeck.
She was an incredible lady who made us smile at ourselves in spite of our shortcomings. Life is too short to sweat the small stuff. Live large, laugh often, and dance like nobody's watching.
Chere said…
Erma Bombeck was and is one of the best. She always seems to hit life right on the head. I needed that reminder to "Don't Sweat the Small Stuff". Thanks Deb

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