Tag Archives: love

Love is worth celebrating, no matter your status ❤️

Posted on February 14, 2023 by Beth W.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in whatever way makes you happiest! ❤ Continue reading →

Posted in Carpe Diem, creativity, happiness, love, Love Yourself, Valentine's Day | Tagged Buddha, Karl A. Menninger, love, love yourself, roses, staying in for Valentine's Day, valentine's day celebration ideas, Valentine's Day, Victor Hugo | 11 Comments

Thankfulness

Posted on September 29, 2022 by Beth W.

Sometimes things happen that overwhelm us and make us question our ability to keep on going. Making it through the rough patches, though, helps us to cherish and to be thankful when life brings little miracles and blessings our way. … Continue reading →

Posted in accomplishment, angels, completing tasks, Dating, love, relationships, thankfulness | Tagged angel, cheating, Dating, generosity, givers, in God's time, Jean de la Bruyere, love, narcissistic personality disorder, organizers, projects, tough times | 21 Comments

What a difference!

Posted on January 10, 2022 by Beth W.

One year ago today, I could not have foreseen the events that would unfold. Exactly a year ago today, I tested positive for Covid, was dealing with mind games and threats from my narcissist ex and was feeling defeated, dejected … Continue reading →

Posted in Carpe Diem, creativity, Dating, feelings, happiness, independence, Let it go, Love Yourself, moving on, relationships, watercolor practice | Tagged adversity, alone, angel, caring, challenges, do what brings you joy, drawing, endings, ex-husband, happiness, hopeful, joy, kindness, letting go, life goes on, love, love yourself, painting, watercolor | 23 Comments

Love, love, love…

Posted on January 5, 2022 by Beth W.

Love is friendship that has caught fire. It is quiet understanding, mutual confidence, sharing, and forgiving. It is loyalty through good and bad times. It settles for less than perfection and makes allowances for human weaknesses. Ann Landers

Posted in accomplishment, love, Love Yourself, watercolor practice | Tagged accomplishing tasks, accomplishment, Ann Landers, art, do what brings you joy, love, valentine, watercolor, watercolor practice | 15 Comments

Wishes Come True

Posted on December 28, 2021 by Beth W.

Love doesn’t make the world go ’round. Love is what makes the ride worthwhile. Franklin P. Jones

Posted in anticipating good, Carpe Diem, Dating, Embrace Life, feelings, love, relationships | Tagged drawing, Falling in love, Franklin P. Jones, love, Vishal Arte, YouTube tutorial | 7 Comments

Nice and Easy

Posted on September 23, 2021 by Beth W.

Nice and easy Continue reading →

Posted in Dating, Embrace Life, happiness, living life to the fullest, love, relationships | Tagged Falling in love, happiness, Is it love?, love, Nice and easy, sweetheart | 15 Comments

Alone is not the worst thing to be

Posted on August 4, 2021 by Beth W.

I think this quote from Robin Williams is so accurate. I truly used to think that being alone was the worst thing that could happen to me. I’m an introvert, so huge crowds drain me, but I do crave connections. … Continue reading →

Posted in feelings, happiness, love, Love Yourself, patience, relationships | Tagged alone, drawing, hopeful, love, perfect person, robin williams, single, special someone | 14 Comments

Love Letter to My Gardens (or Why Gardening is Better Than Dating)

Posted on July 7, 2021 by Beth W.

After a very brief foray into the world of online dating, I have decided that I will stick to my flower and vegetable gardens. I’m sure there are some lovely gentlemen out there in the land of match.com and zoosk, … Continue reading →

Posted in Just Me | Tagged elephant ear, foxglove, gardening, gardening instead of dating, heart, love, online dating, strawberry, violas | 22 Comments

Love Them Anyway

Posted on July 2, 2021 by Beth W.

People are unrealistic, illogical and self-centered. Love them anyway. Mother Teresa I recently finished listening to the audiobook Everybody, Always by Bob Goff. I sincerely enjoyed it and can’t wait to hear his latest, Love Does when it is available … Continue reading →

Posted in Learning, love, patience | Tagged Bob Goff, bucket, Everybody Always, forgiveness, love, Mother Teresa, patience, tolerance | Leave a comment

You Are My Sunshine

Posted on June 12, 2021 by Beth W.

The anniversary of my Mom’s death is approaching soon and I have been thinking about her a lot lately. “You Are My Sunshine” was my grandparents’ song and as such has become a way to say “I Love You” in … Continue reading →

Posted in feelings, relationships, sadness, watercolor practice | Tagged family, love, missing you, watercolor, You Are My Sunshine | 14 Comments

WordPress Weekly Photo Challenge: Summer Lovin’

Posted on July 27, 2014 by Beth W.

Other things may change us, but we start and end with the family. ~Anthony Brandt A parent’s love is whole no matter how many times divided. ~Robert Brault My little pappy puppy, Romeo This week, the Weekly Photo Challenge asks … Continue reading →

Posted in postaday, Weekly Photo Challenge | Tagged beach, dogs, family, kids, love, ocean, postaday, summer lovin', Wordpress Weekly Photo Challenge | 9 Comments

Good grief

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Beth W.

The loss of some special people lately has started my little mind racing. Why do people deal with grief in such wildly different ways? For some the death of a loved one or family member gives rise to strong emotions … Continue reading →