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january 22, 2016 

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don't ask unless you really want it    

A group of us were cruising the Caribbean islands last week. At one point during an evening around the bar after dinner, as my large curly hair frizzed up more than I could stand, I asked the surrounding girlfriends if anyone had a hair tie or clip; I wanted to pull up my mop off my face; it was taking up too much space on the ship. :-D  

My friend Byrd said, "I have a pen" and proceeded to dig one out of her purse, then approached the back of my head. I said, "You're going to put a pen in my hair?" (I didn't really want a pen in my hair.) 

Her interesting reply was, "Don't ask for things you don't want."

Hmmmmm. What a wise Byrd. 
 
We do that sometimes, don't we? I know I do, especially with my husband. I ask his opinion on a decision for this or that trivial thing, and then I take none of his [impractical male :-] suggestions. Basically, I decide myself. At times, we seek out others for answers, then we don't really like or want them.

Don't ask for things you don't want. 

This concept can go much bigger, of course, than a trivial hair tie. It can tie into the concept of BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU WISH FOR ... and we all know how that can end. A woman I know wanted a baby, wanted a baby, wanted a baby!!! And she received TWO babies - TWINS! Yea, like that. The universe actually listens.

Do we REALLY want what we THINK we want? 


Share your brief thoughts on today's topic ...  
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snippeteer backtalk



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KAREN
 

 
"This is great! Too many times we go about our day in a mundane way and put blinders on to those who serve us in some working capacity. People feel invisible because of our blinders. Communication and interaction helps break up our mundane routines and provides opportunities.  Opportunities to make a friend, learn or expedite your day. We are all human and have good days and bad days. It reminds me of the golden rule, '
Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.' If you do not want to feel invisible, do not act invisible." 
BECKY E in FL 

"My kids always groan when we go to a store, because I tend to chat with the cashiers. Nothing major, just chit-chat. They always say I don't have to share my life story (I don't) but I do like to talk and get to know people a little. Being nice and friendly usually reaps nice and friendly back. Makes for a pleasant exchange for all! So I am with you, Suzanne!"
KAREN R in MD

"I agree that it does not take anything at all for you to compliment someone and make their day. I will tell strangers that I like their dress or how pretty their hair is or how polite their child is - nearly always get a smile. I know when people mention how much they like my nails - it gives me a lift. So easy to lift up each other - more of us should try it. Thanks for giving us food for thought each week."
MARY B in MD

"Thank you, Suzanne, for sharing your perspective! I always enjoy reading your column."
JAYNE
 
"Suzanne, not to keep repeating myself, but another great snippet. I can relate because I always talk to people I don't know and it is always interesting. But then I relate to all of your snippets - it must be the Italian heritage. We were probably raised the same way with the same values."
PHYLLIS I in MD 
 

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(since 2006) 
 
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An assortment of inspirational snippets to encourage, empower, validate and motivate, inspired by Suzanne's countless bike rides through scenic Baltimore County, Maryland and along Florida's Gulf beaches. Whether you're a cyclist or not, you'll latch onto these wise words of inspiration to guide you while pedaling up and down life's hills.