When it comes to the world’s idea of beauty, who really “measures up?” Is it even possible when the picture of the “ideal body” is constantly changing? Not to mention that ideas of beauty vary from culture to culture. I was born in the late 1950’s so the picture of physical beauty I grew upContinue reading “Who Measures Up?”
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Grace and Confidence
“Beauty is grace and confidence. I’ve learned to accept and appreciate what nature gave me.” —Lindsay Lohan
Consider a Tree
“Consider a tree for a moment. As beautiful as trees are to look at, we don’t see what goes on underground – as they grow roots. Trees must develop deep roots in order to grow strong and produce their beauty. But we don’t see the roots. We just see and enjoy the beauty. In muchContinue reading “Consider a Tree”
Life is full of beauty
“Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble bee, the small child, and the smiling faces. Smell the rain, and feel the wind. Live your life to the fullest potential, and fight for your dreams.” – Ashley Smith
Dwell on the Beauty of Life
“Dwell on the beauty of life. Watch the stars, and see yourself running with them.” ― Marcus Aurelius, Meditations
The Most Beautiful People
“The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, known loss, and have found their way out of the depths. These persons have an appreciation, a sensitivity, and an understanding of life that fills them with compassion, gentleness, and a deep loving concern. Beautiful people do notContinue reading “The Most Beautiful People”
Being Comfortable in you own skin
“Beauty is about being comfortable in your own skin. It’s about knowing and accepting who you are.” ― Ellen DeGeneres, Seriously… I’m Kidding
Everything Has Beauty
“Everything has its beauty, but not everyone sees it.” —Confucius
True Beauty
Popular culture makes a big deal out of what it considers physical beauty. Every day we are bombarded with messages that we are not thin enough, or too thin. Our skin is too dark or too light. Our hair is too curly, or too straight. Our eyes are the wrong color. We are flooded withContinue reading “True Beauty”
When we are still
“When we are still, all settles into place. We take time to see the beauty. We take time to see the heart. And we naturally gravitate to others that resonate that inner calm. When we are still.” ― Tom Althouse, The Frowny Face Cow
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