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About Beth F.

I try to look for the positive in the people and situations I come in contact with! I believe in the power of positive thinking and I believe that even challenging circumstances can be learning experiences if we have a positive mindset! I'm having fun blogging at: http://picturingpositive.com

Ahhh, Kohlrabi!

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Beth F.

Last night I finally harvested my three kohlrabi plants.  After doing some research, I realize I probably should have done it last week.  The ideal size for taste is approximately a 2-3 inch diameter. I brought two of the kohlrabi … Continue reading →

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The earth laughs in flowers. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

Posted on July 8, 2013 by Beth F.

“The earth laughs in flowers.”  ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson I found this quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson and thought it was a wonderful saying to go along with some of my new and old favorite photos of flowers.  Enjoy! 🙂

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America The Beautiful!

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Beth F.

Happy Independence Day!  There are so many beautiful places in the USA.  Here’s one that inspired the poem that led to the song, “America The Beautiful”! Check out some great info about this song here:  Tween US page, “9 things you … Continue reading →

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Memories…

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Beth F.

“There are lives I can imagine without children but none of them have the same laughter & noise.” ― Brian Andreas Life would definitely not be the same without my kids.  It would, no doubt be much quieter, but a lot … Continue reading →

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5 Happy Habits to Practice Every Day

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Beth F.

Excellent ideas!! I always enjoy this blog! 🙂

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Let Yourself Be Surprised!

Posted on June 30, 2013 by Beth F.

I am a planner.  Before I visit a place, I’m the one who checks Trip Advisor, does numerous web searches for “fun things to do while visiting _____”, checks admission times, prices, etc.  In short, I want to make the … Continue reading →

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Oh the things you can see!

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Beth F.

From there to here, and here to there, funny things are everywhere. ~ Dr. Seuss These beautiful creatures were on display at the Birch Aquarium in La Jolla, CA.  I was mesmerized by them.  It makes total sense to me that … Continue reading →

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Expect something good!

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Beth F.

It’s the repetition of affirmations that leads to belief.  And once that belief becomes a deep conviction, things begin to happen. – Muhammad Ali On the first night of our San Diego vacation, we got to enjoy a game between … Continue reading →

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Enjoy the simpler things!

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Beth F.

One worthwhile task carried to a successful conclusion is worth half-a-hundred half-finished tasks. ~ Malcolm S. Forbes Sometimes we can get the greatest pleasure from the simplest things.   My yard and garden, small though they may be, offer me … Continue reading →

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Fathers

Posted on June 16, 2013 by Beth F.

Nothing I’ve ever done has given me more joys and rewards than being a father to my children. – Bill Cosby My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person: he believed in me. ~Jim Valvano On this day … Continue reading →

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Choose something that scares you & just DO it! :) You’ll be glad you did (when it’s over!)

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Beth F.

As you grow older, you’ll find the only things you regret are the things you didn’t do. – Zachary Scott I am not afraid to admit that I am very scared of heights.  Well, maybe not so much heights, but the … Continue reading →

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There are flowers everywhere…

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Beth F.

There are flowers everywhere for those who bother to look. – Henri Matisse

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