Wednesday, April 1, 2009

[life lessons]

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If it sounds too good to be true
it probably is.
Pick your friends wisely.
Never take happiness for granted.
Try to finish what you start.
Don't sneeze too loudly
in public.
Wear lipstick on Sundays.
Remember you don't have to fake it
when you're with the right person.
There is nothing that can stop you,
short of death.
Recycle.
Smell strawberries,
roses and clean hair
with equal delight.
Drink water.
Have more books than clothes.
Always offer.
Buy a good coat.
Say please.
Don't rent a flat when you can see
rat bait in the kitchen.
A good bolognaise needs red wine.
As does cheese.
Take a day off. Don't be afraid to ask
for what you want.
But don't do it just because you can.
Write only, and flamboyantly,
with a fountain pen.
Wear sunscreen.
Say thank you.
Smile at people on public transport.
You'll either brighten their day,
or confuse them.
Find some stars for your sky.

9 comments:

  1. I have a poem along similar lines...called 'Self-help shortcuts'.
    x

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  2. Please post it Rachel! Let's get a theme going :) x

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  3. I love it Phil- the lipstick on Sundays got me!

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  4. One should wear lipstick all the time, but especially on Sundays!

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  5. I loved it! Remember you don't have to fake it when you're with the right person - was my favourite! x

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  6. Oh, this is so beautiful! Just beautiful.

    I like the idea of the theme. Can I join you in that?

    I've just discovered your blog recently, and I love it.

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  7. Lori, of course you can join in - please do!! I'd love to see what you come up with.

    Your blog is beautiful :)

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  8. I'm kind of in the middle of another post right now. The poem is on my website... under poems in the section called 'modern world'. Poem is 'Self-help shortcuts'. Website is www.crowd-pleasers.net

    Only a couple of clicks away!

    x

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  9. Beautiful post Philly. May I ask, have I inspired another quote of the moment?! Love you xox

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