May 25, 2013

i'll never forget...

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Day 25/31: Something someone told you about yourself that you'll never forget (good or bad).

I prefer not to focus on the negative things people have said about and to me and prefer sticking with the positive. That doesn't mean I don't remember those negative comments said to my face or behind my back (but within earshot), I just don't like giving them any more of my time and attention; if that makes any sense.

That, and I'm all about choosing joy, so with that in mind, here's my response to the prompt:

I'm not sure when she said it, but I'm quite positive it was at a family get-together. I had probably just ducked away from the camera my aunt was holding in an effort to dodge being caught in the limelight. My grandma had caught that moment and she looked at me, and told me "You have a beautiful smile."

And that's something I'll never forget. I don't really consider myself beautiful. I have scars on my face, my eyes aren't the same size when I smile, and I am not (nor desire to be) model-thin. When my grandma told me that, however, it brightened my spirits and reminded me that beauty isn't about appearances, it's about joy and happiness. So smile I will, and I want to remind you to smile, too.


"You're never fully dressed without a smile."



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  1. Perfect people are boring. YOU are beautiful!

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    1. Isn't that the truth? :) And thanks girl, and I think you're pretty beautiful yourself!

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  2. your smile is great!!

    love that photo of you,you just look so happy and content :)

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    1. Thanks, girl! Those words made my day. :)

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  3. You are beautiful, dear friend and YES you have such a great smile!!

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    1. Thanks, girl! I was not expecting to get these words of affirmation from this post so it was quite a nice surprise to get them in my inbox this morning. Thanks again! :)

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    1. Thanks, girl! And I love your smile as well. :)

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  5. You are so beautiful and don't let anyone allow you to believe any different.

    http://mels-corner.blogspot.com/

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    1. Thank you! Sometimes I do let others make me believe the opposite, so thank you for reminding me of that (and for stopping by my blog, too!). :)

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  6. you = beautiful plus a stunning smile my friend! xo

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    1. Thank you! And you're pretty stunning yourself. We have to meet each other someday! :)

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  7. AWww, you DO have a lovely smile! There's something about a smile that adds so much warmth, beauty and life to every face. Your grandmother was so sweet to say that to you. You're beautiful and I'm so glad I found your blog today!!

    Christy
    Sunny with a side of...

    So I tried the may blog challenge too.. and lasted all of about 5 posts. haha I'm such a failure. So proud of you that you've kept this up! :)

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    1. Thank you! Those are seriously such sweet words to hear from someone I've just met (or met via the blogging world). :) Thank you so much for stopping by!

      And this challenge has been a crazy tough journey and there were definitely times when I felt like quitting! But now I'm at the point where I just can't quit! :)

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