Epiphanies
I read a lot of what others write in books, magazines, on blogs, and in random other areas. Some styles I truly adore. Why, just the other day I found Kelly Diels. I subscribe to Problogger.com and she was the guest post. She wrote about luck and how it failed her when she moved her blog from one platform to another. Of course I had to go check out her actual blog when I was done reading that post. I must have spent a good hour going from one post to another. It’s about time a girl was noticed for more than just her Cleavage.
Then there is Heather Kephart. I’ve written about Heather a few times already, but she really deserves it. She wants to be a writer. Funny, I think she is a writer already. Her posts draw you in and make you feel good. Tell me, when was the last time you wrote about The Fart That Shook The Earth and were talking about yourself? Be sure to read the comments, too.
I will never be that writer
It’s okay. I will be the writer I am meant to be. Once in awhile I will let loose with something fun and zany, but mostly I will come through with thoughtful albeit long-winded words and descriptions. I always knew my strength was in the art of the writing and not the speech of it all. I do know the direction of my November writing and will work to weed out the unnecessary and tweak the important parts. Much will be scrapped and much will be savored. All will be edited, probably within an inch of its life.
Epiphanies happen when we least expect them
Isn’t that why they are called epiphanies? Otherwise, they would just be another day in the life and yada yada yada. No, these things hit us like a ton of bricks and, ouch. I think I’m seeing some stars here.
I am therefore I am. Yessireebob, I am. Am I? Yes, yes, I think I am. What? 
Happiness
I am. I cannot explain it nor would I want to pick it apart and ruin it. I am happy. I am saddened by many things and I am happy for so much more.
Tra la la
I have decided I would rather live in blissful ignorance than to be miserable and in the know. I want to be educated, but not snobbish. I want to know what I need to know and not what is none of my business. I want to hug my dog and my kids. I want to stare at my chickens as they bring me peace. And I want to write more poetry. Funny, since I am not that into poetry.
What about you?
Is this a happy time of year or a stressful one? Are you trying to keep up with the Joneses? Did you hear they are in bankruptcy now? Really, it’s not about the money spent, it’s about the time. So, tell me, what makes you happy?
Twitter: HeatherKephart
Thank you, Anne! xo I think you’re the bees knees, and a really good writer as well. (In whichever order you prefer.) Beautiful post. This used to be a fun time of year, but somewhere along the way became an incredibly stressful time of year. Why do we work so hard to outdo ourselves every year by outbuying ourselves? I noticed that the last two years the majority of Christmas gifts have remained in a box in the closet, unnoticed and unused. Time to make or purchase small, simple gifts and put the focus of the holidays back on the togetherness, the food, the music, and of course, oops – the God.
.-= Heather Kephart´s last blog ..Goodyear Great Songs of Christmas =-.
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Anne
Twitter: AnneOnline
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December 10th, 2009 at 2:22 pm
@Heather Kephart,
I have been trying to keep things simple, but the economists [is that right?] keep telling us we need to spend in order to get out of this depression.
I miss the good old days when Christmas was Christmas and spending time with family was the priority. Presents are nice, but it’s the time spent together that is remembered. This year Dwayne is getting slippers and the kids are getting clothes. I’m getting a brand new Scrabble game ~ I can’t wait!
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Twitter: HeatherKephart
Whoops, I noticed right as I hit send that, apparently, “outbuying” is not a real word.
.-= Heather Kephart´s last blog ..Goodyear Great Songs of Christmas =-.
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Anne
Twitter: AnneOnline
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December 10th, 2009 at 2:15 pm
@Heather Kephart,
Whenever I hit on a word that I’m not sure is real I just add a hyphen and it seems to work just fine!
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I love this time of year, everyone seems to be “on their best behavior” LOL;)
I don’t go overboard on the spending now that my son is grown up, but there were years when I was still paying for Christmas in June.
I hope you have a happy and safe holiday season!
.-= Ms. Freeman´s last blog ..Don’t Get Stuck In the Quagmire of Thinking Small =-.
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Anne
Twitter: AnneOnline
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December 10th, 2009 at 8:08 pm
@Ms. Freeman,
When my kids were little their dad would get so excited over the presents. I would buy the clothes and he got to get all of the toys. It’s a good thing we didn’t have any credit or things could’ve gotten out of control.
Now, I just look forward to the family gifts ~ this year it’s Scrabble and I am ready! Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays to you, too!
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Twitter: AussieSire
I leave buying gifts to the wife, seeing as how she enjoys shopping so much.
As to the quality of your writing Anne, I don’t find anything wrong with it at all. We are all individuals with our own personalities and style of writing. If that wasn’t so I reckon the world would be pretty boring.
I think that it’s now time to check out some cleavage, which also makes the world more interesting.
.-= Sire´s last blog ..Will Commenting Harm Your Blogging Success? =-.
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Anne
Twitter: AnneOnline
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December 10th, 2009 at 8:13 pm
@Sire,
You know, I do that and I don’t mean to, I think. My writing comment that is. I wasn’t fishing for compliments or approval, but you and Heather both picked up on something. {scratches head}
Yet, my play on cleavage was quite intentional.
At least I still know how to pique the male interest. lol
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Man, I feel like I’m following Sire around everywhere. lol
First, I’m thinking you have to have come across something in your mind that you hadn’t expected to find for it to be an epiphany; then again, I missed part one, so maybe you discovered something new about yourself there, so I’ll have to to take a look.
Second, you have a wonderful writing style, sort of self deprecating and colorful at the same time. In a weird way it reminds me of my style.
Third, I have to admit that I’m one of those folks who doesn’t necessarily like this time of the year. As an independent consultant, I’m constantly looking for the next dollar, but I know this time of year is useless in trying to get new business because no one is going to want to spend any money since they’re putting it towards holiday spending. That, plus I have so many more years of being depressed at this time of year than happy, and it’s somewhat hard to overcome.
Love this stuff; can’t wait for tomorrow’s post!
.-= Mitch´s last blog ..Be Sure You Know Your Audience Before You State Your Case =-.
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Anne
Twitter: AnneOnline
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December 10th, 2009 at 8:22 pm
@Mitch,
Actually, my epiphany was more of an enlightenment. Oh, and if there is more in my mind that I don’t know about then that would explain so much.
I always remember being with family this time of year. My family is in Florida while I am in Virginia, but my kids are with me and it could be much worse. In fact, last year I lost my job right before the holidays. Yet, my thought was ‘now I have more time to spend with my family’. Did I really grow up to be one of those mushy people? lol
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I just remember always feeling lonely at this time of the year, even though I always spent time with my parents, because I didn’t have a special someone.
.-= Mitch´s last blog ..My Top 12 News Stories Of The Decade =-.
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Twitter: Bloggertalk
This year has been very stressful on my entire family, but we’ve made it through and stuck together.
I do plan to enjoy myself this Christmas and try to just forget about the stress. In Feb I’m leaving to visit a friend because goodness knows I need a holiday.
As for Christmas and the way things use to be I think many people have forgotten the true meaning of Christmas.
Somewhere the joyous day that we all remember as a child has been traded for a big commercialized nightmare.
.-= Rose´s last blog ..Social Networking Relationships-Online Drama =-.
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I agree about Heather. I like your writing too. Everyone writes in their own way and we’re too judgmental about ourselves I think.
As to Christmas, we’re celebrating the good news that my mother’s surgery is done and that no more cancer was found. No tree or decorations yet and probably a store made dinner, but we’re happy to be together as a family!
.-= ConnieFoggles´s last blog ..I Caught Santa Product Review And Giveaway =-.
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